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Wax, Clay, or Ceramic?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by GatorCountry, Sep 5, 2023.

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  1. Nov 1, 2024 at 5:06 PM
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    gspalding

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    Can you do this independent of a ceramic coating or only in conjunction with it?
    And would you only do a ceramic coating with supplements or ever a spray on, on its own?
    But thanks for the info
     
    gspalding, Nov 1, 2024
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  2. Nov 1, 2024 at 5:09 PM
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    Sure spray on coatings are ok, main goal is to keep on top of it
     
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  3. Nov 1, 2024 at 5:11 PM
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    Got it!
     
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  4. Nov 7, 2024 at 8:32 PM
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    Trying to figure out what most people suggest. Ceramic coat is 1 year old now, still looks great. After every other wash I use Chemical Guys HydroView. Seems to really pop. Is that enough to maintain, or do I need some kind of spray wax or something?
     
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  5. Nov 8, 2024 at 11:25 AM
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    It says it lays down a "nano ceramic" coating. So really you are maintaining the hard actual ceramic coat that you initially put on. I would think that as long as your using ceramic safe carwash, the original ceramic coating should last for a while 2-3 years+, especially if you are using this over top every few months. I use Cquartz and their equivalent "reload". On its own, it says it protects up to 3 months and some people only use that instead of the actual ceramic coating. Ya, I think your doing a good job maintaining it.
     
    gspalding, Nov 8, 2024
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