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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 04:36 AM
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These are the products I used to ceramic coat my car
Wash car with chemical guys clean slate. This product removes wax
Clay bar car using clay bar and luber this will remove impurities in your paint
Wash car again and dry
having a black car, I used ultimate compound. To remove fine scratches,
remove compound with a microfiber towel
Spray isopropyl alcohol on car to remove leftover residue, wipe with microfiber towel,
use ultimate polish for a slick finish. buff with microfiber towels
Spray isopropyl alcohol on car to remove residue, wipe with microfiber towel
Avalon Kings ceramic coating, follow directions.
NOTE I used a dual action buffer with foam pads. Depending on your skill level. you might have to practice before doing this method on your car.
I used 8 ounces of isopropyl alcohol to 24 ounces of distilled water.






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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 04:38 AM
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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 06:32 AM
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The biggest obstacle is paint correction and the time it takes for all the stages. There's a degree of skill involved. Awesome that you DIY. A pro job is close to two thousand dollars.
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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 07:05 AM
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I had a brain fart lol. Paint correction is important.
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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 07:07 AM
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You missed the step where you dilute the iso. Pure iso isn't very good for the car. I see the proportion with water (good!) but not step to do the dilution.
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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 07:32 AM
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You need to look under my notes. use 8 ounces of isopropyl alcohol and 24 ounces of distilled water..
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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 08:01 AM
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I've seen that but there's no explicit mention of it being a solution. If we are to help newbs etc - better have 101% clarity, or sooner than later there will be cars smelling of pure iso haha
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Old Dec 17, 2023 | 02:55 PM
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Looks like 6 bottles.

if you were being lazy and had to cut out 2 bottles, which ones are going?
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Old Dec 18, 2023 | 04:49 PM
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What happened to the good ol' days......... wash, wax, (2 coats, Biff) enjoy!!!
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Old Dec 19, 2023 | 03:58 AM
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Technology, ceramic coatings, became user-friendly. won’t have to do this for another 2 to 3 years.
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