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Graphene Coated.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ryanrcs, Jan 22, 2023.

  1. Jan 22, 2023 at 7:48 PM
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    ryanrcs

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  2. Jan 22, 2023 at 7:52 PM
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    Silverlogic

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    More like coated in marketing wank.
     
  3. Jan 22, 2023 at 7:56 PM
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    Depends on the coating, prep, and coater. Some of the pro level ceramics hold up great.
    I coated mine in Dec with Adams nano ceramic pro (~$125) and it has a 9 year warranty. I’ll give it two and do it again. Have done it every 2 years prior to that with gtechniq and been very happy.
     
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    so, how much did it cost?
     
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    Looks good to me.
     
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    MGMDesertTaco

    MGMDesertTaco Come on, live a little...

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    I just finished coating mine last night. The entire process took about 3 days on and off to wash, decontaminate, paint correct and ceramic coat, but I'm happy with the results. I used Sonax Perfect Finish and Rupes white pads with a swirl killer mini from Adams polishes. Gtechniq panel wipe and CarPro Eraser to clean the panels prior to coating. I chose Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light CSL topped with 2 coats of Evo x4. Glass was coated with Adam's glass sealant. It was a ton of work.
     
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    I was curious.
    Since I don't live too far away would likely follow up with something like "I can't believe you paid that much" or "maybe I'll give them a call."
    You seem a little too sensitive to be on the internet.
    I'll see if I can find the hurt feelings report for you. Probably ought to fill one out.
     
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    I recently watched a YouTube video where someone analyzed a surface after applying "ceramic" wax and found virtually no ceramic remained after wiping it off.
     
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  9. Jan 22, 2023 at 9:29 PM
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    VaToy

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    I do my own coatings with Graphene. It takes about1/2 to full day depending on the size of the vehicle. I get it out of Germany and it's simply amazing. Don't believe the hype saying it will last 10 years. That's a lot of marketing! IMG_20230120_153954409.jpg
     
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  10. Jan 22, 2023 at 10:08 PM
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    betrayus

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    Yeah, it will last two years max. Less if you wash it often. Looks great though.
     
  11. Jan 22, 2023 at 10:14 PM
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    :eek:Beautiful!
     
  12. Jan 22, 2023 at 10:15 PM
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    Dang!!
     
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    I most recently used Adams spray graphene. No harder to use than a wax and lasts at least several months. I’m hoping for a year.
     

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