No need for touch ups that I'm aware of. The true secret to Ceramic Coating is having paint correction done prior to application. This will remove any contaminants, swirls , fine scratches, orange peel etc.. The maintenance on the other hand comes down to common sense. Swirls, minor scratches, come from careless washing, brushes, drive through car washes etc.. The maintenance is hand washing and preferably with a two bucket method to prevent scratching all the work you just paid for. You should avoid any products with wax, carnuba, and so forth as they will cause build up on the coating that will decrease the depth of shine. You just have to use ceramic coating safe car wash liquid and detail sprays and its fine. The maintenance is more of a change of habit than anything.

 

What tires do you have on there?

 

Nitto Terra Grappler G2 P265/65R18 (no rubbing). Tires are quite, especially for such an aggressive tread design.

 

Thanks! They look awesome. Have you liked them? On road / off road experience?

 

I've put less than 500 miles on them thus far. No off road experience. They did do well in heavy rain, no hydroplaning.

 

As a ceramic coated 460 owner, save yourself some time on washing when the 2 bucket may take to long. Grab a iK Foam 9 sprayer and some low ph car wash- I use carpro reset. Not in sunlight, foam the GX well, let it work for 4-5 minutes, rinse and blow dry. You'll be surprised how easy it is with ceramic coated paint.

Here's a video of the foam 9:


If you're really brave, check out the obsessed garage facebook group.

 

There are many ceramic coatings products. Which one is better for Lexus GX paint longevity? Or can you share your experience with one of the products.

 

I'm using the Griot's Garage products. To accomplish a finished ceramic coat, follow the steps:
1. Ceramic Wash & Coat
2. Foaming Surface Prep
3. Synthetic Clay pad (using Ceramic Speed Shine as a lubricant)
4. two coats of Ceramic 3-in-1 Wax

It took me 3 days to apply. Wash and Prep (outside) on Friday (then park in garage). Clay bar then first ceramic coat on Saturday. Second coat on Sunday. Not much more work than normal wash and wax, and well worth the effort.

To maintain the shine, wash with Ceramic Wash & Coat, and spot detail with Ceramic Speed shine.

I haven't used other products, but there are comparisons on youtube. Griot's usually compares well.

 

I used Gyeon Mohs on mine, and am thrilled with the results. Prep is everything.

Mark

 

All about the prep ... many good products available ... Griot's ... Chemical Guys ... Adams ...