I Test Coatings For The Tesla Cybertruck! Everbrite ProtectaClear vs DIY Detail Metal Coating
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- Опубліковано 18 тра 2024
- Coleton takes a look at a ceramic coating specifically made for the stainless steel body of the Tesla Cybertruck. He goes over prepping for coating with DIY Details' Metal Ceramic coating against Protecta Cllear.
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After watching this video please check out a discussion with Jackie from Everbrite Coatings where I went wrong with my failed attempt installing their product ProtectaClear!
ua-cam.com/video/8ga1Uih-2Yo/v-deo.html
Please understand cleaning the Cybertruck is large learning curve, and I am still working on testing as many products as possible. Jackie & team will be coming out to Colorado in early June to shoot a full demonstration of the application of ProtectaClear on our Out of Spec Cybertruck.
We will post this video here in Out of Spec Detailing.
Stay tuned, and thanks for watching!
You could remove this video
Removing the video would make more sense.
No controversy, I can not agree more. I started three months ago and went through each and every step. Exactly the pain I went through and over the last month trying to fix it, strip it, re-coat it. Just impossible to level. It never self leveled, still the drip marks, bugs and bird dropping eating through the coating. Thank you for the real and honest review. Everbrite has been gaslighting me and I’m sure everyone else saying it’s application error. Updated: 50% refund if I mail it back. I’ll be posting a full review with photos on Teslatruckowners forum today.
Same experience. I treated one panel of the truck and figured "hey they said it would self-level" so I continued with the entire truck. This was by far one of the worst mistakes of my life. I ended up having to strip the entire truck with Xylene as they directed. Fun fact, Xylene is one heck of a product...
I thought over and over I was doing something wrong. I watched their video (the original, not the one posted 3 days ago), read the instructions multiple times and even had a second set of eyes with me to make sure I wasn’t losing my mind.
In the end, this was a complete waste of time and money all while looking absolutely horrible. Within the first two weeks of truck ownership, I must have had a dozen people ask "what's the matter with the metal" - it was beyond embarrassing.
I purchased my kit in March and got the exact items included as Colton so I'm not sure what they changed in their kit. The applicators caused nothing but grief leaving lint everywhere.
I applied it the last week of April in a garage and stripped it this past week. It never self-leveled and had noticeable drips even after I tried to fix, it was horrible.
Foolishly I never reached out to the company because I was certain I was doing something wrong. I wish I had. A 50% refund would make me feel at least a little better.
For those who read this, please understand that once this coating goes on, it's on. Removing it is actually MORE difficult than the application.
I knew this video would have some controversy, and it seems it already has. I applied the protective coating in the video the same way ProtectaClear did in their video 3 months ago, using apparently the “old” kit. ProtectaClear should have reached out saying there is a new kit, of which I was unaware of. I also used the instructions sent to me, which were very confusing.
The only issue I have with my video is I called ProtectaClear a “ceramic” coating of which it is not. ProtectaClear is a “protective” coating so I do apologize for the confusion there. In the detailing industry a bunch of coatings are called “ceramic” coatings even though most of them do not contain “ceramic.” This was an error on my end in the incorrect nomenclature and I own up to it. I do feel I applied the protective coating to the best of my ability with the instructions provided.
I invite anyone from ProtectaClear to come out to my shop in Colorado and walk me through applying it with the “new” kit and do a dedicated video on it. I will be happy to say I’m wrong if I am impressed with how it looks on our Cybertruck.
Thanks for watching!
Let's get it on the schedule! We have contacted you many times to make sure you understood the process, with no response. I guess because we didn't pay you the $5k you were asking for a video promo we should have expected this "hit"video. We have a video showing the correct way to apply the coating along with fixes for any issue one might encounter. We have many of users who have had fantastic results, but they followed the instructions. Here is the video for those who want to learn how to truly protect their Cybertruck. ua-cam.com/video/nXGwHqL6wFI/v-deo.htmlsi=H02uqPfX8JRQ4rvl
@@ProtectMetal After that 3rd sentence, you drenched the entire bridge in gasoline and lit it on fire.
@@lesalbro8880 It's useful information to disclose actually.
@@domg7359 If it's accurate. Of course there's no way to prove it was a "hit" job, regardless of whether the money part was accurate or not.
This is my point. Coleton made an offer for them to send someone to instruct him, step by step, how to use this system correctly, so that it works the way it's supposed to. That it could effectively replace this video. Then this person, representing this company, is like 'Sure, but also you're a scumbag who deliberately made our product look bad because we wouldn't pay you'. Why after that accusation, would Coleton EVER give them another shot to show people what their product can do on his channel?
This is business. You NEVER, ever burn bridges. Especially to make an impossible to prove accusation. It's stupid.
@@lesalbro8880 Kudos to them for saying it, did DIY Detail pay them $5k? Also brings into question the car reviews OOS does.
First off, thank you Colton for all the videos on the CT. They have helped me out a lot ever since owning the truck since late March
I used the Protecta clear on my CT and the result was really bad. I was also extremely stressed when I was applying the product. I followed all the instructions and it was the worst process/project I've ever used on a car. I used pure acetone I had to purchase at Home Depot and applied that after thoroughly washing, using bar keeper's Friend, and Windex.
When I was applying the product, for some reason the wet coating was attracting aphids. The aphids were flying on and sticking to the coating. I was trying to get the aphids off, while simultaneously trying to reapply the wet coating to the area, the aphids had ruined. The product also had run marks and rainbowing on the areas that weren't messed up from the aphids. I stripped and reapplied the product on two different panels with the same terrible results. I would 100% not recommend this product for the CT. I'm currently in the process of stripping this completely off of my CT. I'm using Koch-chemie adhesive remover to take off the coating. I finished the whole passenger side and it looks so much better!
Colton is making very informative videos and helping people out. Him being attacked by the owner of this company tells me all I need to know about the integrity of this company. I wasted $300 on this product and hopefully no one else does.
Wish i saw this before applied the ProtectaClear on my Cybertruck. Thankfully i stopped after just the front hood and front end, it looked horrible and the smudges and inconsistencies of the finish never "self leveled"
FYI I tried many ways of getting it removed but finally the "Koch-Chemie - E Eulex - Adhesive Remover" removed it super quick and easy!
We just had the very same experience, it's just horrible and now we have the absolute joy (sarcasm) of having to strip it. What a total waste of time and money. I suspect that UA-camrs were getting sponsored or kickbacks to promote the Everbrite kit and that we didn't get fair reviews on it as a result. Incidentally, we were very careful to follow the directions but it's total garbage. Even the Bar Keepers friend in the kit was substandard compared to the "Soft Cleanser" one used in the Out of Spec Detailing video.
Same here. Too bad my entire truck was coated with this crap when I saw the video this morning. So pissed off since they’ve been gaslighting and blaming me for doing it wrong all this time. Thank you Colton! I feel so vindicated! My poor Cybertruck.
Thanks for the vid! Been waiting for this one!
So glad you got diy detail metal coating, excited to see how it does! 👍
I like the look of the ProtectaClear more than the DIY Metal. It's actually clear. If you could get it evenly applied. I agree it looks like a nightmare to apply. Product was meant for small statues basically.
Yeah the Protectaclear looks better in terms of color, though it does seem to add a bit of gloss which isn't great.
@@boostav I like the gloss it adds
@@andrewwhited-investinglife1735 It resists fingerprints better too. He didn't show that.
Definitely no more fingerprints. But you also lose the smooth glossy feel, bugs and bird droppings ears through it (after a months after application), and impossible to apply smoothly, from experience. Not worth the brain damage.
Woot thanks OutOfSpecDetailing. Doing the last vid and this one today!!!! I will post pictures
So many people commenting on this horrible product and what it did to their CT also. Colton- keep being your authentic and honest self. F the rest
Interesting....appreciate you doing it.
People defending this product be like "Remember that one time it worked?"
Protect a Clear in damage control. I would take the experience of a professional detailer with 10+ years of experience trying to make this easy and possible for the average Joe Schmo (me). Thanks Colton!
Watch this space. Everbrite has had 30+ years in application of their clear coatings to stainless steel. When a polymer coating is applied correctly the result is amazing and maintenance is easy.
Great job. Circular motions or cross hatching makes no real difference, but circular motions uses less product.
DIY Detail Metal Coating pré-dates the Cyber Truck. Because of that yes you will need 2 bottles. If there is enough demand we will have a 50ml bottle for cybertrucks.
It’s sold out DIY friends. Try to keep it on the shelf for us pissed off consumers that’s been screwed by Protecta Clear 😂
How is it that @everydaychris and @beardedteslaguy were able to apply Protectaclear without 10+years of detailing experience?
Protectaclear is not a ceramic coating. I had similar results to you, but all of the things you keep saying about how you won't do this with a ceramic coating... it isn't one. it's just a clearcoat.
Agreed, it is a “coating” rather than a “ceramic coating”
In the detailing industry basically all coatings are called ceramic coatings even though most of them don’t have “ceramic”
@@OutofSpecDetailing Interesting, I didn't know that. I'll be keeping my eye out for the follow on the first coating you tried. After the 8 hours I spent yesterday doing a full wash and BKF job on my truck, I'll try anything that would stop the patina from coming back so soon.
I do wonder though, if you put that first coating on, and it still patinas, will you be able to fix it with bkf or will you have to sand the truck to remove that coating first.
@@agordon117 BKF is abrasive and will go right through the coating.
@domg7359 there are ceramic coatings that claim they cannot even be buffed off with a polisher. I had quite a hard time getting some liquid glass that I had tried off of my steel. That's why I'm wondering how it will go.
The overall point is, the coating is only worth it if it extends the time before the truck patinas (or prevents it totally). If it doesn't do that, and it's even 10% harder to bring the truck back to shiny, then it's not worth using.
You should have called Protectaclear before you uploaded this. They also have a very clear step by step video on UA-cam explaining how to do this.
Good timing! I get my CT tmr.
Tesla needs to sub-contract you as part of the Vehicle Delivery Prep team
Or at least outsource it to someone because Tesla clearly can't get that figured out themselves. I love Tesla but damn it's shameful the condition they sell these $100k+ trucks in.
No, if you listen to people who actually understand metallurgy, they are unanimously against BKF and ammonia based cleaners. This includes Tesla. It might look better in the short term, but ammonia based cleaners and abrasives accelerate corrosion in the long term.
Thanks for your hard work. I wonder what it would look like if you just put a clear PPF over the nice shiny cyber truck?
Can you do a fingerprint test on them? From a view PoV you wiped on something we can't see that made no visual difference, so why should we do it? What benefit does it have and can that be demonstrated?
ProtectaClear is almost like a clear coat? May as well pay an auto body shop to spray the whole truck with clear coat instead? I wanna know what happened with it next after this video ended.
I can definitely see on camera the change in color back to that "orange-ish" tinge, relative to the barkeepers friend/windex combo. I noticed it well before you mentioned it.
Bummer it couldn't keep that gorgeous color you were able to get out of the truck. Interesting product though. As long as it's consistent, it doesn't matter too much imo.
I think it’s a good in between of splotchy tarnish and a bright silver look. I will be applying to the entire truck today, and doing some longer term testing to see how it looks after some abuse!
Just a reminder from previous recommendation of Everbright, it’s not a ceramic coating and has been used in industrial applications before less is more and there are some very good videos to help you with this. I hope you’ll reconsider trying this again results will be good. Just need to give it a chance. Of course I’ve never use the stuff other than the stuff you have to pick up from your own local store reach out to the manufacturer they will help you be successful with this stuff
My wife asked after barkeepers friend and windex would pledge work for protection? She talked about barkeepers friend and windex before I saw you do it. Our son has a cybertruck. So thanks
Did the diy metal coating eliminate finger prints?
Colton I really have enjoyed your past videos, especially the last few on tbe cybertruck. But if I were to do a product review, especially on a new product like the Cybertruck, I would at least make an effort to reach out to both manufacturers and ask if there are any new procedures if you are doing a product review, including to both DYI Ceramic coating and protectaclear. These two product manufacturers are marketing their products primarily to consumers (it’s even in the name), and other than a delorean, there’s no other stainless steel car on the market - so new processes and procedures have to be done for metal vs paint. I would really look forward to watching a new protectaclear video and even a DYI Ceramic, I just believe that it’s best to reach out to a company for a review, give them the opportunity for feedback before posting, because honestly credibility is lost if you misquote info such as it’s being a ceramic coating - protectaclear isn’t applied at all like ceramic as it’s a completely different product class. I did cringe a bit when I saw going over protectaclear a few times with the applicator past 30 seconds, once it gets tacky you have to stop and let it dry out
Coleton treated both products equally, he based his application on videos previously published. Our coating pre-dates the CT by a year, but the principals of application are the same for any metal surface. In both cases he followed instructions provided.
@@diydetailofficial unfortunately this is incorrect. He didn't follow the instructions for the ProtectaClear, and that is not at all how our videos show it being applied. He said many times "I have so many questions" but never did more research or reached out to ask them. He also states that he did used your product one time and didn't like the results so he did it again. He did not give us the benefit of that chance. While I am sure your product works great as he states, this was very much not a fair comparison.
If I add the coating will it cause an issue should I wrap the car afterward?
You should have called Protectaclear before you uploaded this. They also have a very clear step by step video on UA-cam explaining how to do this.
I watched said video they posted 3 months ago and applied it exactly how they did. It seems as they have an “updated” kit now, which I was never made aware of.
There is a new, more detailed video that was released a day ago. They specifically mention the rainbowing multiple times. I recommend giving it a view. Maybe even a follow up video later just to be fair.
See my pinned comment, my video that was released today was shot a week ago. I shot the video with the knowledge and instructions I had then. I am happy to do a dedicated video with ProtectaClear here at my shop so they can show me what I did wrong and how they apply it differently. I still believe I applied it to the best of my ability with the information I had. I am very glad to have my mind changed and admit I’m wrong.
I appreciate your approach. I think that is the right thing to do!
@@OutofSpecDetailing You're being a dick about it. You didn't read it carefully and you failed to ask for help when you certainly needed it. Not sure if it's worth taking anything you say seriously any more. Mr. Drama Queen.
Thanks for the video, Colton! Can you please shoot a video showing how the DIY Detail Metal Coating acts to fingerprints and how easy to clean? I am seeing a lot of people posting videos on how to apply but no aftermath video so far :(
Coming Wednesday!
@@OutofSpecDetailing Colton , any word on DIY Detail Metal Coating? Wondering if you guys are still testing it on the cybertruck ?
From down here in NZ - We are soooo pleased that you have connected with Jackie at Everbrite to discuss ProtectaClear. As you may guess this video demonstration and narration made me cringe. Pleased that you are going to see ProtectaClear being applied correctly.
This is a video on the CORRECT WAY to apply ProtectaClear.
ua-cam.com/video/nXGwHqL6wFI/v-deo.html
I love the focus on him calling is ceramic coating - as if “thats” the reason the product failed.
He followed the instructions. #garbage
Crap guess I'll be returning the two cans i bought. That's horrible! Thank you!
Do not open or else only 50% refund and you pay return shipping. I’m done with them gas lighting me.
Curious how long the DIY detail ceramic coating will last
From past experience 2 years or more depending on maintenance.
Sorry I ever heard of Everbrite coating. Tried multiple times with different techniques, applicator and brush. Either streaks from not enough or runs from too much. Stripped off and used Undrdog Pro ceramic coating. So much easier...
Start at 13:22
Is one bottle of diy ceramic enough for the whole truck?
You would have to check with DIY Detail, but I believe one bottle will do it if used correctly.
On their youtube video they posted that it will need 1.5 bottles.
You will need 2
2
What is the best way to remove tree sap from the CyberTruck🤔
DIY Detail Tree Sap Remover
@@diydetailofficialLOL! Are you guys done with your first tub of pop corn watching this clown show yet??? 😂
Industrial Fallout is like the best concept I have heard this decade.
It's been a known thing for over a decade. Why every detail product company has had an iron remove product since well before the CT
I guess I spoke too soon in the last video when I suggested you test out protecta clear. You must have already had that in the works! If one of these don't work the only option is either to not care what it looks like or wrap it. Now on to the video....
Ok video over, the protecta clear does look like it didn't change the color of the metal as much as the diy. I do think you put it on too heavy. You should try it again and don't go back over it until it dries like it says. Maybe contact them and gain some more understanding. I agree, skip all their prep crap and just do the barkeepers compound that you like and then the surface prep. And get a better applicator that doesn't have lint. You can do it! The DIY looks to be looking more golden where at least protecta stayed clear, at least before fully curing.
I agree. Since it seems to start to dry out very quickly, waiting more than 30 seconds and then hitting it again seems like a bad idea. Do one quick pass on a panel and see how that turns out! If this isn't your typical ceramic coat, stop trying to force it to work like a typical ceramic coat! Ignore the rainbow effect if the instructions didn't mention it. Stop going over each area a dozen times to try to touch it up. Just give it a solid once over from top to bottom and then leave it alone and see what the result is.
Agreed, once you apply, you should just let it be. Colton kept trying to fix it when after the application it specifically states to stop touching it an let is self level. It does not dry in minutes like a ceramic but takes time to level. Once it dries you can fix it, but you have to stop touching it an let it dry.
@@Deviloc1 Not to mention the whole rant about having to pour it in a pan, who cares where you're pouring it?
Please! Order the product and apply it. Then speak about how easy it is. Go for it. 😂
Savage
So bar keepers friend to take away a yellow tinge and then ceramic for stainless to bring the tinge back?
Not what he said. He pointed out that the diy coating did give it a slightly warmer tone but seemed to indicate it was not significant and nothing like other chemicals. Just didn't leave it as cool a time as without.
With a steel alloy so hard, can't you just use the nuclear option and just throw on some soap, grab a power polishing tool with an abrasive attachment like Scotch Brite and ram it in with full power to rip everything off in one swoop? It can't be that easy to scratch
Colton, you put the Protectaclear on waaaay to thick buddy. Bearded Tesla guy did the same thing. Please try another panel with much less product. I would also experiment with different applicators. Maybe even a paint brush. Remember thin to win. I still like the look of the Protectaclear more than the ceramic coating which looks dull to me.
Dunking an applicator into a pan of coating might cause this…
Agree. Definitely not ideal! Kinda surprised you can’t just pour it onto the applicator. A small metal painting pan would be my go to. Doing large even horizontal passes with a few inch overlap with a lint free applicator or paint brush. Be careful to watch for drips but sounds like these can be fixed later too if needed. Once it gets tacky they say it’s best to leave it alone and fix it after it has dried. Did you see a substantial difference between it and the ceramic coating? The camera made the ceramic coating look more dull?
@@OutofSpecDetailing I hope that cookie sheet you used was just raw metal. Who knows how that stuff reacts to a non-stick cooking surface.
There is no balance point between rainbow’ing and dripping. Sounds and looks easy, I couldn’t figure it out after three months of trying. Such BS.
Protectaclear is not a ceramic coating! Total different.
As a person who bought the kit, a normal person could care less about ceramic. I bought it because it is a coating. I could have cared less if it was ceramic or non-ceramic.
Yes, it’s more like a resin that drips, smears, and sets prematurely. What a horrible experience trying to make it work.
ProtectaClear is a resin, not a ceramic coating. It’s much thicker hence more difficult to achieve a uniform finish.
It should not be difficult if it is not treated like a ceramic coating - which it is not
...DIY coating say not to use Bar Keepers
Does this seem more like a promotion for the ceramic product then an actual review or is it me?
That panel gap at 31:36 is hilariously bad.
It's not a panel gap the door is ajar, genius.
All due respect, but keeping the CT looking nice seems like a huge pain in the butt.
Honestly the more I work on CT the less pain in the butt it is. It’s just completely different from working on painted vehicles.
@@OutofSpecDetailing As a detailer, sure… the “apocalypse proof truck” is so high maintenance that it’s great job security for you 😂🤣
Agree with what OCD commented, it's more that it's just a different animal altogether, so there's a learning curve. Also, once you get it initially cleaned, get rid of all the surface rust and coat it, it should be a lot less of a pain. This is all just initial one time stuff. Fair to say that the one time stuff is a bit more intensive than other vehicles may require but also arguably not necessarily if you want the same level of protection. In many cases the CT is easier as you're dealing with all flat surfaces vs lots of curves and such. Last comment, being first were all at the disadvantage of figuring this all out as we go. In a year this will all be much more sorted and tested and you'll be able to take your new truck to any food detail shop and have all the initial prep and protection done for a reasonable price and be confident in the outcome.
@@capt_ramius I don't think anyone would care about keeping it looking nice in the event of an apocalypse. It's also quite straightforward once you know what to do. BKF once in a while for hard to remove contaminants and a glass cleaner or waterless wash for general maintenance such as fingerprints.
Actually, it is easier to wash and maintain than any vehicle I've owned. It's just a little different and new, so people are trying out a lot of different things to see what works and what doesn't. It's like suddenly people think all other vehicles don't get dirty, clean themselves, are immune to fingerprints, and never benifits from any additional coating or care. Detail shops have existed all over every city for long before the CT. Wraps, bras, coatings, waxes, and polishes were all a thing long before the CT.
@41:10 the answer to your question is "Totally Wrong"
What is the point of a protective coating when there is nothing to protect. The whole point of CT stainless alloy, is not need a protective coating. It might need occassional cleanup to remove rust spots🤞. In anycase, CT is an offroad monster, may be there is need to have more dirt than smudges, to add that unique personality to it.😂 For all those town dwellers, a spray or two of stainless fridge cleaner with quick wipe, should be good enough🤔, to maintain the saintly appearance.
You obviously don’t own a Cybertruck. 😂 the smudging and fingerprints that don’t wipe off keeps me up at night 😅
I have applied protecta clear to my outdoorGood and Firemagic Grill last year and I was in full cringe mode while i watched you apply it. You put it on way to thick and you applied it in the WORST possible way. This stuff self levels and should be applied from top to bottom in one direction (horizontally) and you should never go over it a seconn time unless it is dry or go back and touch up areas . I am not sure I would ever apply this to something as big as the CT but You really should have watched some videos before you started or at the least used it on a tiest piece of stainless first
Instructions never said “watch video before applying” 🤡🤨
I just dodged the biggest bullet of my CyberTruck life of all time....
Amazing how much work is going into trying to make this expensive truck less embarassing to the owner.
It's not embarrassing at all. Literally, everyone I meet and talk to in the real world absolutely loves it. Internet trolls and troll followers and feeders are talking out their asses for clicks. Detail shops, waxes, coatings, bras, polishes, wraps, and all these products have existed and are used on all types of vehicles daily since long before the CT.
Wow, Colton, so much misinformation here, I wish you would have reached out to us. First and foremost, ProtectaClear is NOT a ceramic coating! It is not supposed to be applied like a ceramic coating. We have videos and trainings online to show proper application and you obviously did not consult those. Secondly the kit we sent you back in February has been totally revamped and improved. You are using a kit that is not even sold any longer. Many of the other things you stated are incorrect and you should not make videos for products you truly don’t understand.
WOW, knowing you sent early kits to various influencer, did you follow up when you revamped the product and redesigned the instructions to let them know, and also send them update kits? If not, then I don't think this is on Colton so much as a big miss on your part in following through on your marketing efforts. He was literally working with what you sent him, product and instruction, and he made the video before you released your latest. I think the best thing you can do to correct your mistake is to take him up on his offer and send someone to CO.
The whole entire time he was applying the product I was like… “Why is he saying this is a ceramic coating?”
No where on the packaging does it ever say it’s a ceramic coating. In fact it says it’s a clear coat. It was so extremely frustrating.
Theres no way that anyone would think the way that he applied the product is correct or normal.
@@gfleck466Colten absolutely dropped the ball on this product. He immediately lost all credibility when he started referring to it as a ceramic coating.
Ok so Colten admitted he used the wrong description by calling it “ceramic” coating. Colten gave you the opportunity to fix the situation by going to Colorado and doing a “proper” installation and filming a video. I can’t wait to see that video! The ball is in your court.
@@zachary2236 He admitted that mistake, and it was a mistake. But it has zero impact on the outcome that resulted from using the product he was sent exactly per the instructions he was provided. He could have been calling it Gold dust and the result and escalation would have been the same. Company sent him what even they admit was an inferior product with poor instructions and did nothing to notify him when they realized this. Rather their complaining they got a bad review for a bad product. Hopefully the new refprmulated stuff with revised instructions is great, and when they actually send that product to him he can do another review.
For 100k it should’ve already included some type of protective coating.