CQuartz finest/USB
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CQuartz finest/USB
Has anyone applied CQuartz finest specifically on the USB? Previous threads on this subject left some confusion as to whether or not this could be applied to the self-restoring coat Lexus indicates the RCF has. I found a CQuartz finest installer that is going to get some more info on this, but has anyone applied it to their RCF?
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I have not applied it since I got the the following from the rep that sells cQuartz after asking the same questions re Lexus Self Restoring paint. Mine is Infared.
Corey@CarPro-US.com Corey@CarPro-US.com Hi Rick, I am somewhat familiar with this coating. I would advise that for as long as it is self healing and doing as claimed I would use anything more than a product like CarPro Reload (a sealer not a coating). It is not a particularly easy surface to polish and in fact I expect Lexus would advise against any abrasive polish whatsoever but you would be best to consult them as results seem to be mixed.
The recommendations by Lexus do not imply an issue with using a coating like ours or a sealant. Either should be fine BUT I would first determine if the paint is working properly and self healing. If it is in new shape and is indeed acting as it should and as is advertised then I personally wouldn’t coat it. The coating on top could then be marred and that marring visible. I would in this case use something like Reload which is a water based sealant. If the self healing coat is not acting as advertised and is swirled or not in great condition then I would have an experienced detailer do a small test spot somewhere to see that they can indeed polish it to correct it and then coat it.
I have not applied it since I got the the following from the rep that sells cQuartz after asking the same questions re Lexus Self Restoring paint. Mine is Infared.
Corey@CarPro-US.com Corey@CarPro-US.com Hi Rick, I am somewhat familiar with this coating. I would advise that for as long as it is self healing and doing as claimed I would use anything more than a product like CarPro Reload (a sealer not a coating). It is not a particularly easy surface to polish and in fact I expect Lexus would advise against any abrasive polish whatsoever but you would be best to consult them as results seem to be mixed.
The recommendations by Lexus do not imply an issue with using a coating like ours or a sealant. Either should be fine BUT I would first determine if the paint is working properly and self healing. If it is in new shape and is indeed acting as it should and as is advertised then I personally wouldn’t coat it. The coating on top could then be marred and that marring visible. I would in this case use something like Reload which is a water based sealant. If the self healing coat is not acting as advertised and is swirled or not in great condition then I would have an experienced detailer do a small test spot somewhere to see that they can indeed polish it to correct it and then coat it.
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I just did this, I asked him about the CQuartz and he said it's not bad but I think a wrap is better. Again this guy is one of the best and has done several million dollar cars before. I would do this before the CQuartz thing.
I just did this, I asked him about the CQuartz and he said it's not bad but I think a wrap is better. Again this guy is one of the best and has done several million dollar cars before. I would do this before the CQuartz thing.
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I just did this, I asked him about the CQuartz and he said it's not bad but I think a wrap is better. Again this guy is one of the best and has done several million dollar cars before. I would do this before the CQuartz thing.
I just did this, I asked him about the CQuartz and he said it's not bad but I think a wrap is better. Again this guy is one of the best and has done several million dollar cars before. I would do this before the CQuartz thing.
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I just did this, I asked him about the CQuartz and he said it's not bad but I think a wrap is better. Again this guy is one of the best and has done several million dollar cars before. I would do this before the CQuartz thing.
I just did this, I asked him about the CQuartz and he said it's not bad but I think a wrap is better. Again this guy is one of the best and has done several million dollar cars before. I would do this before the CQuartz thing.
PPF is meant to protect against small impacts (ie rock chips, bumps, etc). Paint coatings provide a sacrificial barrier that help to protect against environmental contamination such as dirt, bird droppings, bug splatter, etc. NOT impact.
With that being said, other manufacturers have attempted to deliver scratch resistant or self healing type paints and haven't had much success. I am not personally familiar with the Lexus iteration of self healing paint, but based on others, I would assume this will scratch and swirl overtime. If my assumptions are correct and the self healing properties are sub-par (which I hope I am wrong!), the paint will then need to be corrected anyway and therefore I would not at all be concerned about what type of protection (wax, sealant or coating) you apply on top.
I'd be interested to learn more about the Lexus self healing paint though... anyone have any specifics on it?
-Zach
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From the RC RC-F owners manual:
Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating
that is resistant to small surface scratches caused in a car wash etc.
● The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when
the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
● The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside temper-
ature. The restoration time may become shorter
when the coating is warmed by applying
warm water.
Application of coatings to the vehicle body (vehicles with CFRP parts)
Do not apply any kind of coating to the vehicle body as doing so may damage the paint
or reduce its durability
Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating
that is resistant to small surface scratches caused in a car wash etc.
● The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when
the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
● The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside temper-
ature. The restoration time may become shorter
when the coating is warmed by applying
warm water.
Application of coatings to the vehicle body (vehicles with CFRP parts)
Do not apply any kind of coating to the vehicle body as doing so may damage the paint
or reduce its durability
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From the RC RC-F owners manual:
Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating
that is resistant to small surface scratches caused in a car wash etc.
● The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when
the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
● The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside temper-
ature. The restoration time may become shorter
when the coating is warmed by applying
warm water.
Application of coatings to the vehicle body (vehicles with CFRP parts)
Do not apply any kind of coating to the vehicle body as doing so may damage the paint
or reduce its durability
Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating
that is resistant to small surface scratches caused in a car wash etc.
● The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when
the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
● The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside temper-
ature. The restoration time may become shorter
when the coating is warmed by applying
warm water.
Application of coatings to the vehicle body (vehicles with CFRP parts)
Do not apply any kind of coating to the vehicle body as doing so may damage the paint
or reduce its durability
I imagine that is just to try to keep you from messing with the paint in any way.
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Last Saturday I decided to protect my paint with CS-II Titanium coating. So far, I like the gloss, the shine, and "dust resistance." www.CS2USA.com
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