about to cquartz my GT3 any hints?
03-18-2015, 12:55 PM
#31
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^ I like Cquartz on the body for all the reasons you explained; but for my wheels I use Opticoat because it has more extreme durability and that is an area that needs the extra protection. Opticoat offers a 5 year warranty where Cquartz is 3 - I believe
03-18-2015, 01:39 PM
#33
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Also, I didn't like Opti on glass. I believe CQ has a specific glass product.
You can't go wrong with either really, unless you want that really deep gloss only wax provides.
You can't go wrong with either really, unless you want that really deep gloss only wax provides.
03-18-2015, 01:42 PM
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03-18-2015, 01:55 PM
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I have used CQ Finest and Opti Coat for the last 5-6 years on my cars.
As others have mentioned, its all about the prep work, I cannot stress this enough as these products are not like waxes or traditional sealants. Think of this as adding an additional layer of clear coat almost. So if the surface underneath is not perfect, you will only be high lighting and effectively locking those imperfections in the surface paint in under the coating, or at least till you wear out the product or take it off.
I have found that Opticoat has a slightly muted finish compared to Finest, I have never used normal CQ. Both offer excellent protection compared to normal waxes as I live in Toronto and our cars get a full 4 seasons. I also like CQ Finest better because it actually wears off, and needs to be redone every 4-5 years. Opticoat needs to be buffed off essentially, and then reapplied.
Good luck.
As others have mentioned, its all about the prep work, I cannot stress this enough as these products are not like waxes or traditional sealants. Think of this as adding an additional layer of clear coat almost. So if the surface underneath is not perfect, you will only be high lighting and effectively locking those imperfections in the surface paint in under the coating, or at least till you wear out the product or take it off.
I have found that Opticoat has a slightly muted finish compared to Finest, I have never used normal CQ. Both offer excellent protection compared to normal waxes as I live in Toronto and our cars get a full 4 seasons. I also like CQ Finest better because it actually wears off, and needs to be redone every 4-5 years. Opticoat needs to be buffed off essentially, and then reapplied.
Good luck.
Personally, however, I do prefer OptiCoat over CQuartz because of the fact I do not have to reapply (in theory, anyway).
But again, both great, and the differences are really at the margins.
03-18-2015, 01:56 PM
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Bling bling bling.
03-18-2015, 08:04 PM
#38
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I have used CQ Finest and Opti Coat for the last 5-6 years on my cars.
As others have mentioned, its all about the prep work, I cannot stress this enough as these products are not like waxes or traditional sealants. Think of this as adding an additional layer of clear coat almost. So if the surface underneath is not perfect, you will only be high lighting and effectively locking those imperfections in the surface paint in under the coating, or at least till you wear out the product or take it off.
I have found that Opticoat has a slightly muted finish compared to Finest, I have never used normal CQ. Both offer excellent protection compared to normal waxes as I live in Toronto and our cars get a full 4 seasons. I also like CQ Finest better because it actually wears off, and needs to be redone every 4-5 years. Opticoat needs to be buffed off essentially, and then reapplied.
Good luck.
As others have mentioned, its all about the prep work, I cannot stress this enough as these products are not like waxes or traditional sealants. Think of this as adding an additional layer of clear coat almost. So if the surface underneath is not perfect, you will only be high lighting and effectively locking those imperfections in the surface paint in under the coating, or at least till you wear out the product or take it off.
I have found that Opticoat has a slightly muted finish compared to Finest, I have never used normal CQ. Both offer excellent protection compared to normal waxes as I live in Toronto and our cars get a full 4 seasons. I also like CQ Finest better because it actually wears off, and needs to be redone every 4-5 years. Opticoat needs to be buffed off essentially, and then reapplied.
Good luck.
03-18-2015, 08:47 PM
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Check out detailed design auto spa. They are in confers, but do many high end cars.
http://www.detaileddesignsautospa.com
http://www.detaileddesignsautospa.com
03-18-2015, 09:46 PM
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03-18-2015, 10:15 PM
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I would be careful putting stuff on your windows. My Dealership treated my windows before delivery with some new racing stuff. I thought they were screwing with me but it was a no cost but whatever they did I can tell the difference and it is great. I will try to find out
03-19-2015, 12:01 AM
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I would be careful putting stuff on your windows. My Dealership treated my windows before delivery with some new racing stuff. I thought they were screwing with me but it was a no cost but whatever they did I can tell the difference and it is great. I will try to find out
03-19-2015, 12:13 AM
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Like clearbra for your windshield.
03-19-2015, 12:29 AM
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That would only go on the windshield though...not the "windows". Just curious to see if the dealership was claiming something standard on the side windows as something they did to treat the windows.
03-19-2015, 08:30 AM
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I would be careful putting stuff on your windows. My Dealership treated my windows before delivery with some new racing stuff. I thought they were screwing with me but it was a no cost but whatever they did I can tell the difference and it is great. I will try to find out
Yes, our side windows are coated with something from the factory.
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