Tesla Model Y - DIY Ceramic Coat to do yourself and save $$$$
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Protecting your Tesla Model Y is a critical step in making the car look as good as possible for as long as possible. Tesla is not known for delivering cars with excellent paint finish, so it increases the need for adding as much protection as you can.
Ceramic coats are expensive to have professionally done. There is a lot of labor involved, and many shops charge you that "Tesla Tax" for getting your Tesla ceramic coated. That said, there are DIY options available at a significantly better price.
Installation is straight forward and easy enough to do. The most critical step is the initial clean. Getting all the contaminants out of the paint is vital to the successful installation of a sealant like a ceramic coat.
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I did this today! My 2 week old MYLR looks amazing! Thanks you saved me $1,800. This is so easy to do especially with the newer 1 stage kit. The video shows the older 2 stage kit (base+top coat). Now is just 1 application.
My steps:
Got XPEL full front PPF and tinting installed professionally 3 days ago ($2,500)
Analyzed the instructions several times.
Decontamination wash
Sprayed Iron Remover
Clay bar using iron remover as lubricant
Decontamination wash
Moved the car into garage:
Used the Squeaky Clean product that comes in the box
Used Ceramic (1 towel for removal and 1 towel for finishing)
Moved the car outside to see any missed spots found a few sun light helps to spot them. After a few hours I was done put the car back in the garage to cure.
Seriously! It’s the most shocking overpriced service you can pay for. The results rock with Ceramic, but DONT pay someone stupid money for this
I ordered the kit yesterday and got only one ceramic coating bottle with the kit. So we don't need the TOP coat (2nd stage) with the new kit?
Thank you for your detailed steps- very appreciated
I took delivery of my Mode Y less than a month ago, I stumbled upon this video and decided to give this a try. I applied the first coat at around 5PM and the next day I started the second one. I can see how this can be challenging if your car has dents or scratches but if your car is new, don’t think about it just do it. It’s super easy, got my $10 discount wich covered shipping (to my location) the car looks great I wish I could share a picture, thank you for the video and the recommendation
For real! Ceramic coating prices from pros is a TOTAL ripoff! Just look at my pics on Instagram…almost 50k miles later and this thing still shines amazingly
Doing the exact same thing!
Just reporting back, I was so glad I put this ceramic coating on my Y. recently a pickup kissed my back bumper. Thanks to the ceramic coating, no damages to my bumper. :)
Wow, that’s impressive.
Just finished my ceramic coating on my new 2023 model 3. This video was extremely helpful and my car looks amazing. Definitely worth the watch and glad I decided to do it now.
So glad to hear. I have been extremely pleased with how this has held up
How much does it cost?
guys I just got my notification to pick my tesla next week! have been waiting since May!
Super excited to join the community!
(Debating to do a blog about picking it up lol)
Nice congrats!
Nice! Ceramic coating is a must. Thank god no more waxing every 6 months! I use different brand though. I use Avalonking on every panel including glass and plastic trim
cheers
This is an excellent video! Brand new owners wifh no experience can be easily motivated to DIY this task! Thanks again?
Glad it was helpful!
Model Y's still glossy since you released this video and showing off with the light show. Thanks for the advice and the discount!
So much fun!
@@BeardedTeslaGuy absolutely!
I will def do this once i receive my Model Y. I didnt for my current Model 3, but i will just keep it clean as much as i can because i will trade it in for my other Model Y. Thanks again BTG!!
Cheers
It was totally worth it for me to take it in and have the paint handled, buffed, corrected etc. I mean the car needs to be pristine before applying the coat. And the Tesla paint job was a mess. For me, it was worth it to have professionals handle it. All that said, if you have the time and a garage, you can no doubt do it yourself.
Yea, some cars have some pretty bad paint on them that may benefit from a pro fixing it
@@BeardedTeslaGuy I love the channel btw. Helped navigate my decision to get a Model Y Perfomance. Took delivery in August and feel lucky I did given the price hikes and inventory. Phew!
Always appreciate the videos but I will use a professional shop to apply, it is much more expensive. Living in a condo with outdoor parking makes it near impossible, not knocking the video without a driveway/garage I dont see how it can be done properly. Keep up the good work!
Yea, if you don’t have the space to do this right, not worth doing it yourself. It really needs a chance to cure properly in order to last
Outstanding info and video again BTG! Thank you! We expect delivery of our MYLR and XLR in April (hopefully) and will do this ceramic coat on both soon as we can after receiving them. We were supposed to get the Y in December, but you know how that goes! Keep up your excellent and informative videos!
Cheers and super congrats on the new fleet!
Reminds of me of the oldschool polishing and waxing. :)
Haha
Thanks! Gonna have to order this stuff when my comes in January! Appreciate ya, man
Cheers
My friend just paid $3500 to PPF entire car...She also paid $2000 for the color, because, you know, red. So my friend is already $5,500 into the paint!!! Plus ceramic this, hyperbolic that! This is insane folks! what are we doing?
Hahaha seriously
Actually $3500 is a pretty decent price for ppf lmao. Usually it’s ~6k
@@jwang41 exactly, and the fact that used cars are selling for a pretty nice value, to sell your car with pristine paint and it’s a 2020 model, that’s money to the bank.
I have a friend just like this except he paid $7k for ppf and tinf. Its wild
@@djkim23 HAHA yeah thats so CRAZY!!
great vid. it's crazy how thin the hood is. paper thin, the main thing i hate about the car.
Yea, it certainly feels that way, especially when you close it by hand.
always recommend the paint is POLISHED before ceramic coating! I dont care if the car is brand new from the factory since the car has to be transported and moved across the country or county. Polishing removes the top layer of clear and coat and removes paint imperfections such as swirls, marring, oxidations, etc.
I have applied ceramic coatings and when customers ask to get ceramic coating applied with polishing, the coating usually fails after 6 months and is a waste of 100s of dollars and then they come back to me to have it reapplied by polishing and then ceramic coating
Also the 3-5 year claim is with proper maintence. pH neutral soap, constant toppers, no automatic car washes, hand wash only, no neglected cars. Ceramic coatings are for those who want to properly maintain their car themselves and make their live easier.
Thanks for sharing your experience
@@BeardedTeslaGuy no worries man your videos are very informative and I ordered a tesla model y because of you. I’m only 20 but the value the cars hold is the best spending of my money at this age
Ceramic coatings are AWESOME and are main part of my business at this point with everyone wanting ceramic coatings
Want people to learn how to diy but also get
@@BeardedTeslaGuy Can you use this only or do you need to get PPF? Quotes in my area for PPF are outrageous and im not confident enough to do it myself?
@@tonysunshine1962 you dont need PPF to do this. You can do one or the other or both.
Soaps you recommend? Koch chemie good? Also what is toppers?
As you mention the high price for ceramic coating is the paint correction
Another great DIY video saving you $$$. Thank you BTG!
You bet!
Brother,
Excellent info and encouragement! 2 questions:
1. Did your new M-Y arrive with perfect paint, or did you have to get paint work done after receipt, and so you could then do the ppf?
2. Do the TESLA logos on front and back use only an adhesive double sticky tape... i.e. so I could remove them and have no holes beneath them??? This way i could install new matt black ones on top of the ppf... if at all. :-)
Cheers,
Eric
You can remove the logos, it’s just 3M holding them down. My paint was “good enough” upon delivery so I didn’t do anything special to it.
@@BeardedTeslaGuy Thank you for the kind reply. I think I will remove them before I have the ppf installed. I wish you were in NC!
Cheers,
Eric
Thanks for the continually excellent content! Two questions from someone who is very new to taking care of cars like this:
1. Can this product also be used to protect the white seats, or is that a different fabric specific ceramic coation of some sort?
2. Can this be applied over a vinyl wrap? Does it matter if it is a matte wrap?
Thanks again! (And sorry if this comment shows up more than once. Seems to keep disappearing, not sure if it's an issue on my end.)
I would not use this on the seats, but it can be used on a vinyl wrap on the exterior. There is a product in one of my videos where I used an interior ceramic product on the seats
@@BeardedTeslaGuy ok great, thanks for the added info. I take a look at your other video. I've been consuming endless amounts of content since placing my order two months ago and your videos are always my favorite. Keep up the excellent work!
Amazing video with lots of details and self-learned lessons! Just wondering if the coating can be done outdoor between the coatings? Since I don't have a garage but our driveway does have a roof over the vehicle to avoid direct sunlight and all that
I’m pretty confident to ceramic my same color model Y myself rather than spending thousands on someone else to do it. Thanks for the confidence and sharing your thoughts ☺️
Yea, its a total joke having a shop do it.
@@BeardedTeslaGuy yes, DIY ceramic coating is not exactly hard labor. Put on some tunes, or a ball game, and just get started.
Thanks for the great videos, Justin. I just used your link and discount code to get some of this stuff for me brand new Model Y. I really like your videos, so thanks for the terrific content. I share and tell folks about your channel, too, as you and your family deserve it. Keep up the excellent work!
Greatly appreciate you!
Great video. Appreciate your attention to detail in these videos. Just ordered the ceramic coating now. Thank you!
So glad it was helpful!
If ur car has the ppf.. u put the ceramic on top of the ppf??
Was wondering if you noticed any discoloration where the ceramic got on the black plastic wheel surrounds or door handles? Was thinking of masking those off with painters tape before doing this.
no, it wont discolor them. In fact, it will actually protect them from some of the harsh chemicals in car wash
Epic, definitely doing this myself
Yea, not worth paying to have this done
Are you suppose to wash, de-iron, and decontaminate first?
Hey, love the videos but just a heads up that you misspelled “Install” on the thumbnail for the video
Ha, nice. Gotta love being on vacation
For a new car do I need to do a clay bar treatment before I apply the ceramic coat? Thanks
It is advised to properly set the paint with correction yes
How’s the coat holding up? I just took delivery of black MY LR and having this done next week. I would totally do it myself but noticed paint isn’t perfect after looking closely with a good light in garage. The company doing the work will be doing all paint correction, installing the rear door ppf on doors (tesla factory ones) & 5 year ceramic entire car and wheels!
Ceramic is holding up great
Shouldn’t a respirator be worn, especially since it’s an enclosed garage
You can wear a respirator if you like.
Hey can I ask: looks like you did not use the ceramic coating on the windows. Can you do that? Do you need a different product? which one do you recommend? I had a nanocoating on my new windscreen on my Mercedes by CarGlass (stone chip replacement) but that lasted maybe a few weeks not more. so was really not worth the money. So I guess windows are difficult esp the windscreen because you swipe all the time.
I plan to get a PPF done professionally when I buy the M3LR right away next year at a specialist here (expensive BUT worth it I think) so there should not be an issue with scratches etc. And then do the CC myself because my father (RIP) as a car mechanic would turn in his grave if I could not do the equivalent of the old-fashioned car waxxing we always did together (and THAT was hard work, and often on a hot summer, took hours) :-)
Yes you can treat the windows
@@BeardedTeslaGuy thx. btw there is no protective ppf or so for the windscreen i guess. never seen it. would be great to avoid stone chips (had to replace my windscreen twice) ;-)
Do you do the windows too? What about the camera lens, headlight lens and body trim?
You can do all surfaces! The wheels, windows, window trim, etc.
if you're looking to wrap your car, would you do the wrap first and then you can apply your own coating on afterwards?
Yes, you cannot apply PPF or a wrap over ceramic. It won’t adhere.
in between first and second coat are you supposed to not go out driving around?
What about headlights and windshield? Just painted areas?
Great question
You can do windows no problem. You really should leave the car between coats
Is there a new video of you applying the ppf?
Yes
can you ceramic coat windows after they have been tinted?
How would this do on a stealth wrap? I find it very easy to remove bugs from my current, clear PPF, and I’m not sure how crazy I want to get worrying about the ceramic. I’d love to have it on the windshields too though.
Do you have the automatic opening frunk? I see an upgrade link listed in your notes. Does it integrate with the software?
Love your videos. I watched you apply PPF, and had planned to get brave and put it on the front/back bumpers of my kids’ new civic…and the dealer put ceramic coating on the whole thing, so I guess that idea is out the window!
Ceramic can be applied to everything. It may add some shine to the stealth finish, but it would be minor
I didn't read all the comments, but can you drive your car between applications?
Yes but you’d have to clean the car again before the top coat
Video was good like usual! But that music was on point today! 🦾
Haha cheers!
Music was 🔥
Good job. When I did my car I had my lover wipe while I did the application. She didn’t mind and we got it done quickly. I took her to dinner and we made love that evening. WIN WIN!
Sounds too good to be true…😂😂
love your videos. thanks for all the great information. you are the best! quick question, do I need to/have to do the PPF or Ceramic coating is enough? thanks again
You don’t have to do PPF but ceramic only helps with light scratches. PPF is like armor on the car
Video starts at 4:53
Can this be applied in a driveway on a windless day or do I need a garage? If indoors, did you need ventilation?
You could do it in the driveway, just make sure all debris (dust) is off the paint before applying. It evaporates very fast so the curing taking 24 hours doesn't really matter if debris is on the car after it evaporates and you buff off.
Thanks for the video!
Curious to know - when you applied the PPF, did you avoid the glass (headlights, windshield, and top glass)?
Page to buy the material is not loading for some reason.
Give it another try. Every once in a while it’s doing maintenance
Thanks for the vid and the links.
Welcome!
people have to see these videos as introductory to new things, Otherwise we wouldn't possibily ever acknologe their existence. If you buy it or not, your own research will tell you.. I Love your Videos. I also bought a M.Y and your videos had some influence on my decision besides tons of my own Research...thanks
Cheers
When applied to the windshield, does the ceramic coat have as good a water repellant effect as a specialty hydrophobic product?
Yes. Ceramic is hydrophobic
Great Video!! I just took delivery of our MY. Did you use the “Squeaky Clean” before applying the ceramic coating? Our paint looks perfect, no dirt, so wondering if it’s necessary. Maybe just wipe down with alcohol to remove any dust. What are your thoughts?
I used dawn dish soap to thoroughly wash the car
Just curious did you think of doing graphene instead of ceramic? Graphene is less likely to have water spots and longer durability.
No I didn’t consider
The climate bill was just passed today, Any changes to EV tax credits? When is the update? Or am i not following this correctly thanks
Update is live
Thanks for the video, you are not waiting to haze in second day right? Just applying the ceramic coat and buff it out?
Also how do you apply the protective spray before the wash? Just spray it or apply it with a cloth?
They product hazes in 5 to 10 minutes. Just buff it off
@@BeardedTeslaGuy what do you think of hydrosilex?
Hi, did you also apply this on the glass roof panel?
Yes
It I apply heat to the coating after I buff it off and then do the second coat? I want to speed up the process and get it done in 1 day.
Great question...I don't believe that speeds up the curing process, but to be honest, I do not know for sure.
I have EXPEL PPF. I’ve had good results with the self-healing properties applying warm water and then rubbing the PPF. Does the ceramic coat affect the self-healing ability of the PPF?
I am not sure it would impact the self healing qualities of the film.
Can the car be driven within the two days of applying or does it have to be put?
You can drive it but your best to leave it there to cure
Great video... question. Have black paint. Will it leave swirl 🍥 marks?
Shouldn’t as long as you clean the surface really well and don’t use an old dusty rag
Do we have to install the PPF first before the ceramic coat?
Yes, unless you are not doing PPF then apply right to the paint
How do you know if your car needs to be clay barred??
Put your hand in a zip lock bag and run it across the paint. You’ll feel a ton of stuff if it needs to be clay bared
Great video, very informative. Can we take car through automatic car wash after applying this coating?
Hello . Do I apply this to the windows and panoramic sunroof also ? Thanks
you can absolutely apply this to glass
Thank you for the video, can this product be used without a PPF?
Yes of course!
Can it coat the glass? I mean windshield. TIA!
Yes
how does ceramic coating work with white stealth ppf? i like the stealth, not so flossy look so will this add more floss/shine to it?
It technically does, but it’s not in a way that makes it look glossy when looking at the car. It will help with keeping the car clean as bugs and grime won’t stick as well vs without
would you recommend random orbital tool?
I would do this job by hand
great video, can it be used on the windshield and glasses as well ?
Yes of course!
Enjoying your videos as I await my Model Y. I am having a hard time why to put a ceramic coating on top of PPF? Is it just so it is easier to clean? Surely it can't really add to the protection aspect if PPF is already applied? What am I missing? Thanks.
The biggest benefit in my opinion is that it makes it easier to clean. In the summer time when bugs are all over the highways, you'll appreciate the ease of removing them off the bumper.
when i clik on the product link, it says ceramic sealant no longer comes with the kit - is this necessary?
do you even see it on the website to purchase separately? bc i dont see it thanks
also do you need to wear a respirator while applying?
The thing that doesn’t come with it is not shown in the video. I haven’t used it ever. You don’t have to wear a respirator to my knowledge.
how about the trims which are satin finish like the door handles, cameras etc, did it changed the finish to glossy?
It does not change the finish. It does protect it from harsh chemicals found in some car wash soaps though
Really good video. The ease and confidence with which you coated the car is very encouraging. Is it advisable to apply the coating to brand new Tesla (red) paintwork (no PPF)?
Yep! Sooner you do it the better. Just know that if you plan to do PPF, I highly recommend holding off until you get PPF done. So hard to remove a ceramic coat
I attempted to place an order using your link, but description said “for model Y.” Why does it list a Tesla model? Any reason why I can’t use it on a model S?
It might just be reference to his model Y in the car, ceramic coating is used on all cars, no specific type for a certain model car
Its just listed under the Model Y options, its the same for all 4 cars, nothing different.
Great video, bought the product with your code a few days ago. Planning to apply the base coat tomorrow. Question for you, do I need to keep the car stationed somewhere after applying the base coat and until the top coat is applied? or can I drive around after the base coat is applied? Thanks much
You can drive it around, it just means you have to clean it again before applying the next coat
Thanks much, @@BeardedTeslaGuy. I applied the base coat this morning. It is already looking great and is so smooth when you feel it after.
A couple of observations/lessons learned. I hope this helps others planning to put on a ceramic coat.
After washing the car and wiping it off, a small lint stuck and I applied the ceramic coat on top of it. It got stuck in there. Just keeping a close eye while applying the ceramic coat helps avoid these situations. Not a biggie but thought of sharing so it might help others.
After applying all the areas around, when I opened the door, I realized I had totally forgotten about the inside areas. Those areas can get dirty too with rain water or after washing the car. Make sure those areas are covered as well.
While applying the coat, I couldn't avoid touching some areas of the plastic by mistake. Those were showing up afterwards very clearly. So, I applied the coat to the plastic too.
Thanks for sharing the tips and walking us through in a very detailed fashion, @Bearded Tesla Guy. This video made my life easier and was able to finish in no time. Thanks again!
Hi,
I've been enjoying your videos. Is it correct to apply ceramic to the windshield and lights?
Mitch
Yes, you can apply to all windows and lights too
PPF first or ceramic coat first, thanks!
PPF
Do you/can you use this product on windshield, windows, glass roof?
Yes
Clay bar = ??
Easier on PPF than on paint?
Clay bar will remove contaminants off the surface of the paint. Ceramic is just as easy to apply on bare paint as it is on PPF.
clay bar is an abrasive used to make sure that the paint surface is 100% CLEAR AND CLEAR AND UNDER CONTROL. Id recommend you polish after to be honest
Thanks for the detailed video. Did you do the windows too with this?
I did
Great video!!!!
Cheers
Thank you for the tutorial.
I am planning to do the ceramic coating and PPF on my Y as well.
You mentioned that the PPF you installed might not stick with some ceramic coating.
Do you know which Ceramic coating will work with the PPF as well?
Thank you for all the videos you post.
It won’t stick on any ceramic coating. You have to install the PPF, then ceramic on top of that
@@BeardedTeslaGuy Thank you
Amazon has this advanced polish kit by Adams brand that promises upto 9+ years of protection. Is it worth buying?
I don’t know about that brand
Can you use electrical buffer?
Probably, just go lightly
Great video,
I just went to the website from your link. It said "Note: Ceramic Sealant is no longer included in the kit" what does this mean ? Is this sealant part of step 2 top coat, so top is not included ? Not sure. Thanks
No, its a spray bottle that is used in between washes if you want to bring out the shine again. I have never used it.
@@BeardedTeslaGuy can be this done outside environment, like outside by the garage since it’s storage already ?
Can I apply the ceramic coat to the headlights, taillights, door handles and side mirrors too?
Yes indeed
Thanks very much! I appreciate your prompt response. More power to your channel 👍🏼
I'm hoping to take delivery of my model Y LR at the end of December in Indy. Do you have yours washed at a place like crew carwash or do you wash yours by hand?
Crew Carwash! But I have PPF and ceramic so not worried one bit
Did you apply the ceramic coat over the camera lens also?
Yes
Thank you BTG, HAD A QUESTION ❓ DO YOU RECOMMEND THE CERAMIC COATING OVER THE PPF OR BOTH?
It goes over PPF, you cannot apply PPF to a car that has ceramic already applied.
Can you use this product on a model 3? Thanks BTG
100%
Very Nice Bro! Get Good.
Cheers friend
Hi, are you are applying the ceramic coat on the clear wrapped area's ?
Yep
Do you coat the windows?
Yes
can you apply on glass too?
Yes
What kind of cloth should I use to wash or wipe away any dirt without messing up and scratching the paint?
Microfiber
Great Video!!! Indeed watch your video too late. Already spent 700 dollars for the ceramic coating for one coat :-( BTW if I use other brand name's coating, can I apply any ceramic spray sealant between wash. any recommendation from Amazon? and duration 3 months or shorter? Thanks again :-D
Yes, top coat maintenance sprays are compatible across all the coatings
Hi, great video, would definitely like to do this for my new 3LR when it arrives. What is the product you are applying, and can I purchase it at my local auto parts supplies? Also, what is PPF?
Link in description
@@BeardedTeslaGuy hey man stupid question but you didn't do the windows and top right?
is this okay to apply to front windshield?
Yes
Finally ordered this. Did you wash the sponge before too coat or just rinse it off after first coat?
It comes with 2 pads.
BTG, did you use it on windows and windshield as well?
yes, you can apply to your windows