How to Install CARPRO CQUARTZ UK 3.0 for lasting protection ◢◤ Sky's The Limit Car Care
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- Опубліковано 18 лют 2021
- Corey of Sky's the Limit Car Care takes you through the steps to coat your car using the industry-leading ceramic coating CQUARTZ UK 3.0 by CARPRO.
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Wow! This channel answers all questions and comments. I am ordering this today on my lunch. Lol
I’m glad we were able to help 🙌
Love it when people such as yourself talk about getting a professional to do it.
I am one of those professionals.
A professional is simply someone who is paid. It doesnt make them instantly better or automatically make them competent or give any implication of quality.
All it means is... They are paid.
Thanks for the comments! Absolutely
After doing much research, I purchased all CarPro products, spent 12 hours on preparing paint, and 5 hours on application with very satisfying results on my pickup. I think a lot more attention should be given to safety in this video as well as many other ceramic coating videos on UA-cam. CQuartz and other ceramic coatings contain toxic chemicals. At least Corey demonstrates using gloves, but he doesn't mention the importance of ventilation and respiratory protection. An extremely large volume flow of ventilation air would be required to make the air safe to breath without a respirator during application. The instructions on the CQuartz product web page and the very fine print on the CQuartz package say "wear respirator protection." This is especially important for people who work with these chemicals on a frequent basis. Exposure increases your risk of cancer and other medical problems. Wear a good respirator!
Great comments and tips! Thank you! I have mentioned the ventilation many times in other videos so if it is not in this video then I must have missed it this time around. 99.5% of people seem to ignore me when I tell them that... so just kind of find myself talking about it less since they don't want to hear it but glad you brought it up. I wouldn't be surprised if I did mention it in this video however. Have a great day!
Thank you, Corey. I think it's remarkable that you respond to all the UA-cam comments, and your products worked great for me!
Thank you so much Jim. I hope you have a great day and weekend!@@jimj7571
Warmest Regards,
Corey
Lmao I wash decon clay polish and coat in under 4 hours. Wdf u doing?
@@Lustecom It all comes down to how particular you are, how perfect you like the paint to be, and how many times you have practiced a task or found shortcuts you are happy with. I do not know ANYONE on the planet that can do the level of quality I prefer in 4 hours but theres room for everyone to do things as they like! Hell, it can take me 4 hours to wash the car... but I am very picky with the details :)
-Corey
Thank you for these videos. I'm a new customer and I love the shipping and service! Great job guys.
Thank you so much Chanson!! We REALLY appreciate your support and the comment here!
Thanks for the how to video Corey. UK is a great coating.
Thanks Mike!
Great video. I've ordered some Cquartz uk 3.0. I thought I'd watch some tutorials before It arrives. I think your video pretty much answers every question I had. Thanks 👍
Thank you so much for the feedback! We try to load our videos with as much information as we can! Glad we were able to answer all of your questions!
Going on nearly two years of protection…2 coats of UK 3.0 with a top layer of Si02. I do a layer of Reload every 6-7 months. I also use Reset as my soap of choice and TRIX about once a year or after a long road trip.
On top of the products, great Customer service from Sky’s the Limit!
Thanks for taking the time to share your results and tips Steve! Very much appreciate your kind words on our service also! Have a blessed week!!
Warmest Regards,
Corey
You mentioned a top layer of Si02, and that you also used Reload. Are they the same thing, or do you use a different top-layer product and then use Reload every 6 months?
@@andygsp Hi Andrew,
Si02 is a coating thus applied differently than RELOAD, which is a spray on sealant. Si02 is a slicker coating than UK 3.0 and has some advantages as a top layer.
Reload is the final topper and I reapply that every 6 months or so…depending on environmental conditions. Si02, and UK 3.0 for that matter, are applied every three to 4 years…depending on various factors.
Of the two, RELOAD is easier to apply but doesn’t have the longevity of Si02…all things equal. Think of the RELOAD as a sacrificial layer.
You can also use RELOAD on its own as a LSP if you didn’t want to do a coating and wanted something easier and more forgiving in applying.
Hope that makes sense…
How was this coating stand up to the Canadian winters with road salt and Brian
@@robl6044 Great question! I would say as good as anything on the market... As with all it depends on how long that road salt is allowed to it on there and how concentrated and what sort of road salts (as they vary) Road salt is the WORST! Brian on the other hand, you never know how hard he might be on your car. ;)
Amazing video. Wow! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.
Our pleasure! Thank you for watching!
Thanks great video!
Awesome video, Corey! Great tips for newbies. I’ll make sure the person I’m training will watch this.
Thank you Kevin!
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Nice review. I've been using this very product professionally for years with great success. Love the flash time because like you, I can apply to the next panel before having to wipe off the previous section. One application has been solid for 3 yrs easily. Mental note to self, have pricing for 2 layer application 💡. Good stuff. Oh one tip: I purchase quality 16" x 16" suede sheets and cut them in quads for the applicator. Saves a few $.
Thanks for sharing! Glad you love the coating as much as we do!
How does one layer work for you?
How much more would you charge for the second coat?
I had Lite and UK 3.0 as my base offerings with Reload as my default topper.
I offered UK 3.0 with a 2nd layer.
I offered both with an optional layer of Gliss as well.
I've been using something else lately, but may bring back the CarPro line. But this time I may skip Lite, and just use Gliss as my "lite" coating. If Lite came in a 50ml bottle I may go with it again, but I don't have the volume to use 100ml of Lite before it starts to cure in the bottle.
Awesome video guys, very detailed and love the tips!! What’s carpros recommendation on when the vehicle can see water after reload has been applied?
Thank you! Technically they say 1 hour after Reload however the longer the better. If it was pure water it would be one thing... But if it is bugs and chemicals and pollen and salt and ice slurry etc then the longer the better to allow Reload or anything to cure.
I’m getting to start on my BMW M4 Red. Full paint correction with clear cut / essence combo. Two coats of UK 3.0 and top off with SiC. Can’t wait to see the results
Awesome Brian! Good luck!
Nobody beats Corey! Still haven't met someone as nice & caring as Corey, he's willing to take time and teach you! Absolute Legend! I have been with him since i started pro detailing almost 10 years ago, & to say the least I couldn't of done it without him! The products are incredible and the customer service is beyond amazing! Thank you Corey & the team!
Thank you SO MUCH Seth. We are nothing without the supporters that stayed with us all these years. And just like how we started, we promise to keep those same genuine values no matter how big we get 🙏. Thank you for your years of support.
Excellent video
Thank you very much!
Good video my guy
Thank you! We appreciate you watching :)
Best service in the industry!!!
Best supporter in the Industry 😘
Thank you Brian!
This is top class product in my garage I love doing ceramic coating jobs with cq 3.0 UK. Great feedback from Customers too.
Love the feedback! Agreed!
@@SkyCarCare hi , need a help I have done ceramic coating double coat of CQ UK 3.0 to a car this morning it was in my garage for 8 hours but later on customers picked it up and it was raining in the area he lives. Now what’s your view on it does coating still safe or what I can do to keep it in good condition. Please reply thank you
@@tazatwal7761 CQUARTZ UK was designed to be able to release faster than most. Hopefully you applied Reload as a topper to give it the best shot at holding up to the elements! In the end, its good to know the rain itself will cause ZERO damage to the coating, however the stuff on the road that gets kicked up when wet is what we must concern ourselves with and that is a HUGE variable... if it is salt or other harsh things then that is much more likely to damage a coating than just water and some dirt. Follow our tips for maintenance and you should be in fine shape.
@@customerservice9897 yes it survived I just though about second coat was 8 hour before rain but first coat was already been applied 20+
Hours so it was dry already customer was just over thinking but I did have look on car coating was smooth as and perfect. Thank you for your reply cheers from New Zealand
@@tazatwal7761 My pleasure! Glad to hear it
Great video! I'm doing my Cquartz protection tonight in my garage. Washed-Ironx-Clayed-1 Polish Pass (car has good paint to begin with)- IPA wipedown - then cquartz. I had Armor King on my last vehicle it was...decent. But Im looking forward to utilizing this on my S6.
Thank you! Enjoy!
Question, what is that IPA wipedown if can you help me ? Thanks
@@jorgelopez6815 here is a video that explains the "panel wipe process" ua-cam.com/video/yrFBRRChmRA/v-deo.html
@@jorgelopez6815 IPA is a simple alcohol purchased at pharmacy (Isopropyl Alcohol). Some mix it 50/50 with water to remove oils in a process we call "Panel Wipe". Here is a link that explains panel wipe. ua-cam.com/video/yrFBRRChmRA/v-deo.html
I do 2 coats and the gliss as top coat 4 hours later , amazing shine ! Amazing protection
It is a fantastic combination! Thank you for sharing!
Love that combo. Gliss is one of my favorites.
Thanks for the video. I drag it across the applicator as well but started to worry I was using too much.
Thanks Don! Yep, no worries
I should've finished the video before giving this a shot lol. I kept thinking what the hell it's been 3 mins and no rainbow, 6 min no rainbow. Decided to just start wiping, wasn't sure if I wasn't applying enough or what. Also I really gotta respect the detailers that do this for a living. I now see why they charge so much. Wash, clay bar, paint correction, ceramic coating... I am beat up
ha! Hi Shaun, all our professional installers will be very happy to hear your message! I agree it's a LOT of work. The guys that are doing REALLY good work can't charge enough imo... Anyone who has done it right, cares about quality, and has thought through all the costs and sacrifice would agree I think.
Thanks again!
Corey
@@SkyCarCare You're welcome. I've been getting all my Car Pro stuff from you guys and normally watch the videos since you do a great job cataloging it with links on the site, but I got a little impatient on this one. Lesson learned for next time. Happy to support you guys, good products, good videos!
Thank you Shaun! @@brimmed
Great tutorial video! I just received my kit from you guys and getting ready to start the project soon. I have one question can I apply the coating on a glass roof? I have a Model Y and the entire roof is glass. Thanks!
Absolutely you can! Just make sure you decon like you would the paint, and then use an IPA wipe-down before applying for the best bond! Feel free to shoot us an email or give us a call if you have any further questions about application!
Excellent video.
Hello! Love tha channel and the great tutorials. May I please ask a question regarding the use of Microfiber towels like the MM Slogger for buffing off and final wiping of the ceramic coating. After using 1 side for buffing out and next for final wipe and the final wipe side again for buffing off, does this means that after all 8 sides are used for the 1-2 sections, we have to throw away the towel and take another one? And also can you give me an approximate guidance of how many Ceramic coating buffing MF towels like the Slogger will be neeeded for an avarage sedan vehicle. Thank you so much and sorry for the looong comment. I am really trying to sort all things out before getting into to best hobby ever- the detailing of a car!
Greetings, Tseno.
Hi Tseno! thank you so much for the kind words and the questions! Here goes:
1. - You can have a bucket of water with APC in it and as soon as the towel has been used on all sides, just submerge it completely and let it soak in the strong solution until its time to put it in the machine laundry. OR, you could demote the towel for use on something less important - should the coating get cured inside of it too much.
2. - I would estimate approximately 2-5 per coat (depending on car size) and how well you utilize the towels.
Let us know if we may assist further and have a great weekend!
Warmest Regards,
Corey
@@customerservice9897 Corey, I am truly thankful for you quick and honest opinion. Can’t wait to try my first application soon! Have a great day!
What is APC?
To this day, it’s the best coating I’ve ever used. Haven’t used many, but feel it’s better than Gyeon MOHS Evo, which is a lot newer coating.
Thanks for the feedback! Agreed it is years ahead of its time!
3.0 is still the king, eh?
What did you like better about 3.0 than Mohs Evo?
Great video, does anyone know what all this product can go on. Can it go on wheels, headlights, windows, and plastic trim?
Hi Andrew, great question! Yes, it can go on all of those surfaces BUT if you use this or any other ceramic on plastic then go to our CQUARTZ Dlux web page to read the instructions for coating plastic (especially textured plastic). Keep in mind that coati g textured plastic is at your own risk because you cannot remove it once cured... so if it is applied unevenly or reacts with something that's been applied to the plastic in the past it can get not so pretty.
Great video! Can I apply the ceramic coat in a cold climate? Currently where I live the garage gets up to +5°C. What are the drawbacks of applying it at this temp? Don't want to wait months until it warms up.
Thank you! Yes, at 5C (41F) that is just within the realm for CQUARTZ UK. Same exact application - only thing is wait at least 60 minutes between coats and allow to flash closer to 7~10 minutes before wiping off.
Thanks for video, really helpful, I have an "Underground garage" And i can't do this, I'm planning to "rent" a place (20 min drive) do you think if is ok to drive back to the "underground garage" after applying ceramic coating (in a non rainy day) Thanks a lot!!
Yes, that should be ok. Just wait as long as you can go drive and avoid any bugs, etc. it’s not optimal but as long as nothing gets on it then it’s fine. Of course the longer you're driving the more chance sand or pollen is hitting it. Finally, if you do get a few bugs remove them as soon as you arrive with only water and a Microfiber Madness Crazy Pile
Great video i have a coated vehicle in near end of the life of the coat but not really defects , i can polish with essence and aply the costing of uk? Thanks
Thank you Luis! Yes sir - I would do a light Eraser wipe between the Essence and the UK to be safe
Damn did two vehicles my truck and girls car my truck turned out good but now I see why girls Car didn’t turn out flawless it’s the drag not using enough , thank you
My pleasure! Thanks for the feedback!
If I missed the 45-90 minute window for coating #2 how long do I have to wait to apply again? Do I really have to wait 24 hours? Would 8 hours be ok? It's pretty warm right now here. About 80+ in my garage.
Hi Silver, thanks for the question@. ASAP but it will start to get finicky after 2-3 hours. You can try at 8 hours but check it in good lighting before you try to do the whole car. Make sure its going well.
Thanks for tips. Question: I am attempting to install this in Chicago winter and my garage is unheated. I will try to maintain the temps between 55-65 F. How long do you think I should wait before I wipe off? Thank again
Hi Adnan, probably about 10 minutes. Do your first section at 10 minutes and then see how it goes and check in lighting before moving on.
Thanks for the tutorial 🙏 i wanna ask you something.... How long i have to wait after i apply the two coats to deliver the vehicle ?
Thank you for the question! 24 hours is the general answer. IF theoretically speaking it was going to be driven only on dry clean roads then it would be ok to deliver after 4 hours but better to wait 24 hours minimum. This way if the driver in front sprays water on the car behind him which you delivered then it is more resistant to water spots after 24 hours. It will continue to get even stronger over the course of days.
Resistance to chemicals is 3 days. Do not wash until then
Thank you so much sir im grateful ❤️
Thankyou for the video. Wondering if the microfibre towels used to wipe the coating off be used again. Thankyou
No, we do not recommend it although you can use them for other things non paint related... demote them to things that can't scratch. soak them in water and APC immediately after use and then wash... then demote to be safe
@@SkyCarCare thankyou for the quick reply. Appreciate it!
@@PureSkiller14 Our pleasure!
When should i apply Gliss on my coating? Ive seen some people recommended to do it right away and some say wait atleast 2-3months
Hi Gurpreet, If you choose to use Gliss, then we recommend about 4 hours after. Personally our favorite combo is CQuartz UK topped with CQuartz Sic about 1 hour later
An alternative to diffuse ambient lighting is to use a panel light, and look at the reflection of the light on the surface. This shows high spots well. I actually use a tablet computer, set to show an all white screen.
I completely agree that point source lights are ineffective. (it would be interesting to understand why this is!)
What a great idea! Never heard of that one. Thanks Greg! I think the reason is because direct lighting washes it out. / makes the shadows impossible to see.
@@SkyCarCare Two videos:
ua-cam.com/video/KRUE_RP19jc/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/6RkoHZ1eS6Y/v-deo.html
(I don't know why Carcraft use such a small light - i do have one of those exact lights, but I much prefer a larger light source)
@@gregsullivan7408 For coating I love daylight. So basically, 6000 kelvin color temperature and a bright room.
@@SkyCarCare the panel light is a great alternative. I have no power in my underground, very dark, garage.
What product can you use from carpro if you also want some extra shine on your car? or is this enough. ty!!
The polishing step before you coat provides TONS of gloss, The CQUARTZ UK and proper maintenance KEEPS it super glossy! If you wish to add more beyond that then CARPRO Elixir, CARPRO Hydrofoam, or CARPRO Reload.
So guess it could be used on all windshield s aswell after they have been polished?
Will work as a good sealent after polished head and dimlights?
it absolutely can yes. We usually tell customers if they have leftover UK to go ahead and use that to get the most out of their product. However, each coating is crafted specifically for each surface to provide maximum protection in that area. So Forte would be the best option for windshields, but UK will still provide great results too. And yes Dlux for headlights is ideal for coating but UK can be used as well.
- James
How long after applying the ceramic coat should I wait until applying a glaze? I’m not using reload, but can leave the car in the garage for as long as needed for optimal cure time.
Hi Chase, thanks for the question! You do not want to use a traditional glaze on top of a ceramic because it is oily and prone to retaining dust and dirt which negates some of the benefits of a ceramic coating. I have a perfect solution for you however. We offer a product called Essence PLUS (not to be confused with Essence) Essence PLUS offers all the benefits of a glaze with none of the pitfalls. Benefits are the added gloss as well as filling ability. Additionally, Essence PLUS will last 12 months as opposed to a few weeks that a glaze lasts.
So, circling back to your question (but in reference to Essence PLUS) I would recommend waiting a week before applying it or anytime after down the road.
If you did for some reason (I just can't think of any) want to apply a traditional oily glaze I would still say that 7 days after coating is the minimum time to be extra cautious not to damage coating.
Is it better to apply 2nd coat right after 1st or should I wait a week or 2 & then apply second coat? And if so, do I have to use clay bar and polish it too again?
It is better t apply the second coat before it ever leaves the garage. 45 - 75 minutes after first coat is great. Next day is still acceptable. If you wait a couple weeks and drive it or it sits outside then you need to wash with Reset, Iron X it, and then Eraser it, Even then it is NOT optimal because it depends on 1000 variables of what you have driven through so impossible to know if it needs to be clayed and polished but without clay and polish there is no guarantee it will bond great and IF you clay and polish then you remove some of the first coat.
What is the correct "feel" when wiping off a ready ceramic coating?
That depends on the ceramic coating. Some feel like a clean wipe off. Some have a bit of grab, and some no feel. In the case of CQuartz UK 3.0 theres a slight bit of grab but very little. It is apparent by site however. With CQuartz UK 3.0 its hard to wipe off too soon or too late
thoughts on 2 coats of CARPRO CQUARTZ UK 3.0 then 1 coat of SiC and then a coat of gliss top coat kit
For our money and time we would do 3 coats of UK and one coat of Sic if we were going to take that much time but even that is overkill ime. Some LOVE gliss and would say go for it but my honest opinion is you are better off with two coats UK, one coat SIC and move on. Beyond 3 layers you begin to reach a point of diminishing returns with coatings.
do u over lap it where u left off?then start the process again? Im confused on that part
Hi Pete! Are your referring to the 2nd coat, or after each panel. There will be a little bit of overlap when you go section by section if thats what you mean. You can feel free to give us a call if you want and one of our service members can talk you through it if you would like. 386-259-0759. Or shoot us an email. Service@Carpro-us.com
good friends greetings good job! One question, I want to apply CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0 to my car and then CARPRO Gliss V2, but the problem is that I don't have a go lamp! would it serve to place like this? and how long to wait when placing CarPro Cquartz UK 3.0! and move to CARPRO Gliss V2? Thank you
Thanks for the greeting! Wait 4 hours between the final coat of UK and Gliss.
If you apply more than 1 coat of UK then wait about 45 ~ 75 minutes between the 1st coat and second coat of UK and then 4 hours before the Gliss
Are the suede towels the same that are used to wipe glasses / sunglasses ?
No, but they will work even better on glasses than the ones that come with glasses. Still if I was going to buy a towel just for that I would just buy a Microfiber Madness Crazy Pile towel (what I use on my cycling glasses) or if you want something small the Dusting Diamond since it has a small crazy pile surface on one side.
hello Corey, great video, i am about to coat my daily driver, and plan on polishing with Essence, then UK3.0, then SiC. just wondering what would be the optimum amount of time to leave essence before coating with the UK3.0? I was planning on leaving the essence over night to cure, then eraser in the morning, then the UK 3.0, then an hour later the SiC
would that be the best for the 3 products?
Hi Mark, you nailed the timings EXACTLY. If you have the luxury of that amount of time, that is exactly what I would have recommended.
@@SkyCarCare thanks for the quick response Corey, appreciated
is it a good idea to use eraser? read all sorts of opinions around using a panel wipe after Essence, as it may remove the filing capabilities Essence has
@@markb4617 My pleasure Mark! True, it can remove some of the Essence properties but I worry the bigger risk is leaving some lubricants behind from Essence that mess up bonding. So, my belief is that after 12~24 hours the Essence is very strong and a light panel wipe will be fine... could even cut the eraser 50/50 if using only with Essence. I believe even after an hour or so a light panel wipe won't remove too much from Essence but the longer the better. Could also just use a microfiber towel(s) and water if the Essence has been worked down well.
@@SkyCarCare Brilliant, thank you
Great video. But I need to know exactly what happends if I begin applying the second layer after maybe 3 hours ? Carpro says it has to be before 60 minutes, you say 90. But why is that ? And what is worst case scenario, if it takes me 3 hours to complete layer 1, before I can start layer 2 ?
Hi Carsten, thanks for the great questions! I reply to each here:
1. - After 3 hours it will almost certainly become MUCH more finicky... It will not damage the structure of the coating BUT it will probably not look as glossy and be easier to cause smudges and streaks.
2. - We found that it is ok even up to 90... if it was the middle of summer or warm temperatures then 60 would be better and even 45 minutes would be ok. The full answer would be a window between 45 and 90 minutes. Aiming for 60 minutes is a good rule of thumb.
3. - Worst case scenario is as described in answer #1 BUT if you run into that situation (it becomes smudgy and you are not having good luck when you start layer 2 then you can STOP and wait until the next day after the first coat is more thoroughly cured... I would say that is worst case scenario.
Let us know fi we may assist further!
Warmes Regards,
Corey
so what is the the sealant bottle that comes with it? When to aply that?
Hi Rick, great question! That is called Reload and it is a nano sealant. Imagine it almost like a CQUARTZ Lite Lite. When used in conjunction with installation of CQUARTZ UK, it protects the coating from water spots while its curing and also adds some slickness for people that can't keep their little mitts off the paint :)
DO YOU ANY PREP VIDS BEFORE CC IS APPLIED? TY
Yes, if you meant for the panel wipe then here you go - ua-cam.com/video/yrFBRRChmRA/v-deo.html / There is another step BEFORE the panel wipe called polishing and that is in the Reflect video here ua-cam.com/video/-fz1PjtiotE/v-deo.html
Before applying the ceramic, with what product do you wipe it down? Does the product have to be specific?
This should help :) Here is a video explains panel wipe. ua-cam.com/video/yrFBRRChmRA/v-deo.html
Great video, anyway what product should i use for maintenance after cquartz uk coating? Which one is better between carpro reload and carpro elixir? Or can i use both. Thank u
Thank you Buddy! That depends on the user... some prefer Elixir and some prefer Reload. Only thing... Do not use Elixir for at least a few days if possible. Reload can be used within an hour. Yes, you can use both as well if you like.
@@SkyCarCare any suggestion the frequency to use these items?
@@budisuranta I personally like to use maybe about once every 3 months or only if I feel I want a boost but many of our customers really like to "play" with their car and will use them more often.
@@SkyCarCare alrite thank you buddy!
Can you put carnuba wax over ceramic coatings? If so, how long until dry?
You can, as long as you wait for it to be fully cured first. In other words wait a week to be safe... That way, the solvents in your wax will not damage the ceramic.
Cons to topping CQUARTZ with wax: Pollen, dirt, and dust stick to wax a lot worse than they do to CQUARTZ or its synthetic toppers.
Pros to topping with Carnauba wax: Wax is good against water spots.
Hi, would any ph neutral snow foams and shampoos be ok to wash a car coated with this?
Just make sure the soap is pH neutral and has no additives. 👍
Just purchased a brand new 2023 Genesis GV70 (Uyuni white color) and would like to apply the CQUARTZ UK 3.0. What steps & products would you recommend from start (wash) to finish (CC)? Also, is there a single video showing these steps? P.S. I rather not polish the car for time sake, but I'm open to it if it improves CC bonding). With it being white, I find it difficult to see any paint imperfections if any do exist.
This video provides the entire coating process and the preparation process is fully described in another video which will be posted on February 9th and will reference the wash and decontamination videos.
@@SkyCarCare Great. I look fwd to watching the upcoming video!
Do we or can we ever clean/wash the wipe off towel? Or it’s designed to use only once?
No, we do not recommend it although you can use them for other things non paint related... demote them to things that can't scratch. soak them in water and APC immediately after use and then wash... then demote to be safe
How long should you wait before wiping in the hot (30 celcius degree) and humid environment?
Do a test spot to confirm however usually about 5 minutes.
Hi. For a new car I'm assuming there would be no prep needed correct?
Hi Youssef that is not correct. Even with a new car, during transport, and even from the factory, imperfections and contamination can be found on the surface. Transport by car, or train can produce contamination on the surface. Your polishing stage may not be as in depth, and the washing process may be much easier to complete, but the preparation steps are still critical to follow.
After 1 month with unknown ceramic coating brand. Can I apply 2 coats of UK3.0 by following steps. Reset -> IronX -> Clay -> Eraser -> UK3.0 2 Coats -> Reload
With the vehicle having an unknown ceramic on the surface, you would need to remove it. That can be done by polishing the surface of the vehicle. Most medium polishes will remove a coating.
Hi i want to know how to apply it on a brand new car an audi q3 sportback, do i need to polish it also before applying cquartz or just washing is enough?
Thanks for info
Hi Duran, we always recommend to give it a light polish before coating even if new because there is no guarantee that the dealer did not apply some sort of wax or protection. Om On the other hand - theoretically speaking... if the paint is new and has not been driven or waxed or left in the sun or tainted in any way then you could simply wash with CarPro Reset, wipe it down with CarPro Eraser and then coat it.
@@customerservice9897 thanks a lot for your information!!
I think I messed up I hope i didn’t I payed $90 for this but I think the coating only last fir what a year are am I wrong please help how long does it last and why do I have to put to coatings on it
It will last less or more based on how it is prepared and how it is maintained. If it is properly prepared then it will last at least 2 years. If it sits in a garage and never leaves then it will last 50 years and even far more... If it is treated horribly then it will look bad in less than a year. If you use pure acid on it or Ultra high Alkaline cleaners on it then it will remove all benefits of the coating. If you rub it with abrasives then it will remove the coating.
Let us know if we may assist further.
Hello there, I’m about to start the process with CQuartz UK 3.0 on my brand new Toyota FJ Cruiser 2023 in the Middle East (discontinued straight after I got deliver)
I have few questions and I’m really hoping you could answer them please.
I know there are steps to take before applying the ceramic coating:
1-wash the car using Carpro Reset Shampoo,
2-decontamination with NV
Purify and clay bar, that’s chemical and physical decontamination.
3-dry the car well.
4- polish the car with Carpro Essence.
5- use Carpro Eraser to remove oils and residue
6-apply CQuartz UK 3.0
My questions are:
1-should I use Carpro Reflect Finishing Polish first then Carpro Essence all in one polish? Or vice versa? Or just pick one?
Please recommend a good polishing product for a brand new car with type of pad to use, I have dual action polishers.
2-how long after the 2 applications of CQuartz UK 3.0 I can apply the Reload?
I’m really confused… 1 hour or wait 24 hours or more?
I really appreciate your expert advice on this topic.
Cheers
Sam
Hi Sam! Just choose either Reflect or Essence.
Wait 45 ~ 60 minutes from when you started first coat to start second coat and another 45 ~ 60 minutes until start of Reload.
@@SkyCarCare thank you for your prompt response, I really appreciate it!
I’m thinking about applying 2 coats of CQUARTZ UK and then apply Gliss over it for a longer protection and do Reload every 6-12 months
Cheers
Can it be applied on the rubber around the windows?
Hi Cris, it can however CQUARTZ Blackout is usually better for this area.
Hello!
After applying CQUK3.0, how it should feel by hand? Kind of tacky and grabby or slick? I ask because I polished a car using Carpro Essence and it left the paint soft and slick. I applied CQUK3.0 on top of Essence. I waited like to 2 mins before removing the coating.
The thing is that the paint is now so slick that I'm worried that something went wrong. Same happened when applying SiC but SiC itself it's slick so that's not point of comparison.
Hi Steathl! HUGE apologies for the late reply! UK is not oily. For example, water and dirt slide off it FAST but if you rub your hand on it then it will not feel slippery like an oily wax does. Sooooo I have no idea why it feels slick in this case but I wouldn't worry about it if the water is beading up tight or flying off :) If anything is wrong, you would know within 1-4 weeks because it would not bead very well after the wash.
@@SkyCarCare its Okey! So UK should feel grabby like "not slick". Well the feel that was left behind it the same feeling as when one apply Essence. You know? That soft + slick feel... We applied CQ UK 3.0 1-2h after Essence without applying Eraser...
@@Steathl Interesting :) Well, take a look at it after the first wash and if its beading great then you should be fine!
What’s your opinion on graphene infused ceramic coatings?
Great question Arjun! Based on what I have read of the science out there, graphene makes no discernible difference to a ceramic coating as an ingredient. There is a ton of marketing hype with the word and therefore everyone jumped on the bandwagon to promote the word... who knows if there is even any in a lot of these products and I cannot tell that it would make a difference in the actual product if it was. It is incredibly useful in SOME industries but you cannot create a graphene matrix over your car by applying a couple drops of it via submersion in a liquid as far as I understand the current technology. Just as everyone crawled over each other to use words like 9H, 10H, 99H, etc etc, Bla, Bla, Bla.... "Graphene" is the newest word for them to throw around, hoping to remove more money from peoples wallets.
@@SkyCarCare Awesome, thank you for your response. Definitely makes sense to go with something that has already been proven and has an extensive track record.
Is IPA necessary for a brand new vehicle with ~100 miles?
If you plan to install a ceramic coating, then not only is the panel wipe necessary but so is a light polish. The problem lies in the fact that you do not know what the dealership has applied to it or what happened between the time it was painted and the time it arrived at the dealership.
If you want to gamble and skip the machine polish step then yes, you should still at the very minimum do a strip wash and a panel wipe. Again, there is no guarantee a ceramic coating will bond if it is not mechanically cleaned (machine polished) unless it was freshly painted and never left the building it was painted in and nothing was applied to it.
Hi, can we use this on wheels and glass?
Yes you can
Hey Corey! You mention adding a coat of CQuartz SIC an hour after. Does this mean an hour after the second coat of UK 3.0 assuming we are doing 2 coats?
That is correct!
Thanks Arthur! Yes, although if I was doing 3 coats total instead of 2 then I would do 45 minutes between each coat instead of hour, but an hour should still be fine.
Will 2 bottle kit is enough for a escalade esv for 2 coat and how long to wait for a second coat
Yes, one bottle of 50ml is enough for 2 coats on an Escalade as long as you do not put it on glass or wheels. - 45 minutes between coats
Thats why im gonna buy 2 bottle of cquartz 3.0 and one sic so I can put on headlights and windowd
@@josep7831 Excellent
How many ml's would you need to do wheels x2 coating?
Hi James, depends on the size of the wheels and how much surface area. For instance a small to midsize car takes 30ml to do 2 coats. So, 2 wheels of most sizes a 10ml bottle will be plenty.
How long do I have to let the car sit after finishing everything for it to be okay? Like after I wipe it off is it just good to go?
That depends on what it will be exposed to. Best practice is to keep it safe from rough environment for 24 hours. Driving it is safe as long as there is no chemicals or dirty water or salt spraying on it. Bugs should be wiped off with Ech2o immediately if it has not cured yet. If you applied Reload to the top of it then it is designed to help protect the coating so it can be released faster.
@@SkyCarCare so after allowing the coating to cure. And then I wipe it off. I can apply reload to it to add an extra layer of protection if I am driving it? If so how long should I wait before applying reload? I am experienced with detailing but never done a ceramic coating before just waxes
@@russellman_1459 Thanks for the question! After you wipe it on, you wait a few minutes and then wipe to off. After you have made it all the way around the car then you apply the second coat the same way. Then by the time you make it all the way around the car again then you can apply the Reload. So its basically Start 1st coat, then about 40+ minutes later you start second coat, then about 40+ minutes later you are applying Reload.
is there anything you don't recommend using this coating on?
Hi Sean, yes - I would not use it on fabric or anodized wheels or anything which is not listed in the materials on your website. It is regularly used on paint, gelcoat, powder coat, plastic, glass to name the most common. If using on textured plastic then look up Dlux on OUR website and follow those tips for textured plastic regardless of what coating you use on it.
Do you have to apply the reload after it finishes curing or only 6 months later?
If it is after CQUARTZ UK then apply 1 hour after.
@@SkyCarCare okay i applied the second coat yesterday 12 hours after the first coat. Should i still be good to go?
@@jboyfpv1956 yes no problem
Are you saying it’s not a good idea to do one coat and the second the next day? What’s the downside?
Hi Bob, not sure what you are referring to exactly but with regards to the best time to add your second coat, that time is around the 60 minute mark. IF you choose to apply the second coat the next day, then you will find the first coat will try to reject the second coat. You can still accomplish this task but you will have to go over each section a bit more during application to get it to "bite" into the first coating instead of it beading off of it as it may initially.
What is very important is that you do not try to apply a second coat between the 2 hour mark and "X" hours later. During that period the first coat has entered the middle of its Solgel state and is turning from a gel to a solid so you will make things very finicky by applying a second cot in that range. Even after 90 minutes form the first coat it could get a bit more finicky. Between 45-90 minutes is fine and if you don't make it within that approximate window for starting your second coat then you are better off the second day if you are applying a second coat.
should you top with SiO2 or Gliss?
We prefer Sic here! Some like Gliss as their topper
Seems like a pro installer can apply one coat on an average car in around 20 to 30 mins so two coats should take about an hour to apply. So why then am I being quoted 250€ just for labour to apply the coating (excludes cost of the product)?
If there’s a paint correction involved then that’s where the labor comes from which would be a lot longer then just 1 hour. Highly recommend making sure a good correction Is done first !!
@@SRT_CeeJ That is just it though, I am paying 250€ for the correction / polishing part and I have purchased the Gyeon ceramic coating myself, the installer wanted 250€ just to apply the coating! He's now come down to 150€ but that I think is still too much considering that I am supplying him the coating! Sod it I am going to apply the coating myself!
@@joebloggs4191 I would probably charge at least that much to apply the coating as well and more for the correction. It's a lot of liability. If you are doing quality work then you have to account for the possibility a client might wash wrong or it get messed up and they come back and you have to fix or a hundred other possibilities depending on the business. Definitely between each shop and their perspective client as to what is fair and what you wish to pay. No reason for a company to charge less than they choose to charge and no reason for a perspective client to agree or decline the price. Totally up to you if you do not like the price of course.
Cheers!
Corey
How long should we wait before rain? I have a 2 day window when I’ll be doing this and gliss.
Applied on a Friday. Raining on Sunday
2 days is plenty! Perfect
@@SkyCarCare how long should I wait to add add Gliss?
@@SkyCarCare and does the morning dew affect the cure time?
@@sootherelax2802 Gliss should be added 4 hours after your last coat of UK. during the install of the coating. Make sure not to apply reload in between the UK and the gliss or it will not bond properly.
@@SkyCarCare Can I apply reload 30-60 after Gliss application is done?
Is it normal to flash immediately if the temp is 30 deg celsius?
Flash time will vary depending on temperature, humidity, air movement, paint type, how thick it is applied, and more. SO it flashing immediately is more than likely appropriate in regards to those conditions. the important part is gauging how long to leave it on. The time to remove is when you feel just a little push back or "grab" against your towel but it is not difficult to remove and it is no longer oily. It may leave some streaks at first but with the second wipe of a fresh clean side of the towel, the streaks should wipe off and the paint should be nice and clear. Its always smart to try out a test section to gauge how your coating is reacting with your environment to solidify how you should proceed in applying it.
@@SkyCarCare So if you wipe off earlier the paint may not evaporate at all the coating or just will be thinner?
@@thso6529 Let me backup and add one thing to your original question. Then answer this one.
#1 At 30C (86F) what we see here in USA in our environment is that we can STILL leave it on for even 7+ minutes and it wipes off easy as pie. It is almost all disappeared and anything left comes off super clean. #2 (your last question) If you wipe off too early then you could (theoretically) remove some of it and make it thinner BUT if you follow how CARPRO Global shows it and how we see people in a lot of other countries doing it, it seems they have no issues rubbing it into the paint until it thins and then immediately wiping off any residue. With some coatings, definitely wiping off too soon is an issue and so here at Sky's the Limit we believe theres no point to wipe off earlier then needed but again many places are wiping off UK much earlier then us...
So final point is it seems that it is very difficult to mess up the application ---> based on the fact it has been available for many years and we see almost zero reports of failures DESPITE the wide array of methods people are using.
Of course always still important not to leave high spots and also to prepare the paint properly before coating.
Lmk any followup questions and Ill be happy to try to answer.
Best,
Corey
@@SkyCarCare Many detailers saying that is ready to wipe off when you see the rainbow effect so i'm a little confused about this. Thanks anyway for the answers.
@@thso6529 Yes, it IS ready :) You can wipe it off once it rainbows. No confusion there. The only point we are making is that we have found that we MAY leave it longer if we wish and it wipes off even easier. Of course, as previously stated do a test spot in your own environment. We are only sharing what we have found in ours and agreeing that also the rainbowing is a good sign if you wish to keep it simple.
Does it leave a white film that will run from the cracks after washing the car? I have a black car and run into this problem all the time.
Hi Lyndy, no CQUARTZ does not cause that regardless of the color of car. It is something else causing a white film for you. Either a pollen, or dust, or some kind of topper, or minerals in the water.
@@SkyCarCare
Thank you! We DO have really hard water but I'm thinking it could also be from the car wax at the drive thru car wash.
@@lyndystucky5574 Ahh, I think you nailed it!
@@SkyCarCare 👍
how did you do it can you share with me , thank you
Which part? We would be more than happy to assist! You can also shoot our service team and email and they can go in depth with you on the process!
How do you stored after use?
Close tightly and keep in AC are out of sunlight. Use the rest within 6 months at most.
can you put it on the glass?
Yes, you can but DQuartz GForce will last much longer on glass
hey man, i was looking out to get my car ceramic coated, will it be fine to have 4 coats of cq finest reserve alongwith cq dlux on my rims and lights and exterior plastic finishes? would 4 coats be adding more shine than 2 coats?
Hi Arsalan, first lets define "Shiny". If you mean "more clarity" then no coating will provide more clarity by adding more layers. If you mean "more reflectivity" then potentially yes but really the "shiny" is coming from the polishing. If you are having a certified Finest installer do the work then they will make it very shiny before they coat it. 2 coats are mandatory if they are using Finest but you can pay for more coats if you wish. 3 coats there is some reason to invest in perhaps but 4 coats may be excessive / a waste of cost and resources imo but there is nothing wrong with doing 4 if you wish.
Does anyone know what is the durability/longevity of this coating?
Hi Jose, in short it is considered the most tried and true durable ceramic coating available on the open market. After nearly a decade of real world findings on tens or hundreds of thousands of cars we can confidently say it will last 2-5 years on average. As with all ceramic coatings, the preparation before it is applied and the maintenance (proper wash schedule and routine) moving forward makes a huge difference.
Can you use this product on glass?
Hi Chase, you can . It will not last as long as it does on paint but still works well for at least a few months
What are the hologram stickers for?
The hologram stickers are provided to put on the inside of your windshield. Either front or back. Its a sticker that states "Protected with CQUARTZ"
Does it work well on a black car?
Absolutely! This product is intended for all colors! The black paint may just be "harder" to polish to satisfaction as darker colors tend to show their swirls/dirt a little more than brighter colors. BUT when you do get a nice finish, it is much more noticeable on a deep dark color.
Do I need to polish if it’s a brand new car?
Great question... theoretically no. BUT the dealership often taints the paint... So it is not really brand new if they lay their hands on it and use a spray wax or something. BUT, theoretically speaking if it was only painted and then sat inside for 30 days with nothing done to it then you could just wipe it down with a Crazy Pile towel and water and then coat.
I used a wax stripper soap and polished my car. I used pinnacle souveran wax to finish up. I skipped the ceramic bc I spoke to a lot of detailers familiar with the products and I knew I’d get a better shine with the super high quality wax on my red paint. Car isn’t driven much and the high shine was what I was going for. Thanks for your response brother.
How many years durability does Carpro rate Uk topped with Sic ?
CARPRO is big into the truth about how long coatings last.... which means how many years of ANY coating is FULLY contingent on how it is maintained. If a car is stored outside 24/7 and never washed then it will not stay in good condition. If it is garage kept but driven to work daily and washed properly and maintained bi-weekly then you are probably looking at 3 ~ 5 years (for this combo) depending on the climate. If it is stored in a garage and never driven then the coating and paint will probably last longer than we will be alive. Beware of people telling you 3/5/7/9 based on the name of the coating.... those numbers are 100% make believe without knowing how the car will be maintained.
-Corey
Thanks Corey, I sell this combo alot. Many customers buy into alot of hype over truth and its nice to have some numbers behind the combo, I have it on my vehicle as well and its a glutton for punishment.
@@Wolf-zb9qs Thank you! You are soooo right! Would be so much easier if we could just say "Its this long". If everyone was playing by the same scale and being honest that would be awesome 😆
How Many coats do u need to apply
You "Need" to apply 1. It is recommended to apply 2.
Is that Sky you’re putting that on??
Yes sir! Hahahah - but was only for the video to be honest.
@@customerservice9897 he still have that little model of it in his office?
Hi, can it protect headlights?
Yes it can. Although, if you are looking to just protect headlights and plastics, we would recommend CQUARTZ Dlux as its made for that surface.
@@SkyCarCare its for all the car, so t hat way i can only buy this for everything
can apply to matte finished paint ?
Thank you for the question Azim. With regards to coating a matte or satin finish surface - it will change the finish slightly with some added gloss (actually it looks good) BUT I personally advise against using any coating on a matte finish or any finish that you are not able to polish.
@@SkyCarCare then how do i protect my paint. what you suggest?
@@azimhaj8424 There are many options. If you have access to Dr. Beasley's Matte Paint Coating - 4 oz
@@customerservice9897 unfortunately not yet available in my country. thanks and appreciate your replies. it helps.
Can I wait overnight for my 2nd coat?
Yes you can. Just make sure the environment is not going to yield dust, or extra particles on the surface in that time.
Thanks for the response.
is 30ml enough for a car?
Yes sir, 30ml for most cars. 50ml for SUV size vehicle
Nano ceramic or normal ceramic?
What is "normal" ceramic? All true ceramic coatings I am aware of are also nanotech. WIth marketing from some companies these days, no telling what terms or ways of saying something might be out there but not sure what "normal" ceramic would refer with regards to a coating. It would have to be nano if its liquid at room temperature and turns into a solid.
A whole bottle on a car?
That depends on the size of the car and the size of the bottle. generally you need 10~15ml per coat on an average size car depending on what surfaces you are coating.
Can I apply the second coat a day after?
Yes sir
@@SkyCarCare Can you apply the second coat a week after the first? Or what is the maximum time you can wait to apply a second coat of UK? (assuming car hasn't been driven).
@@Big_E_247 technically yes... BUT the first coat is certainly going to try to reject the second coat. You will kind of have to work the product in a bit to get it to "lay down". How much that would affect the durability of the top layer I am not sure. My rough guess would be that as long as you got it to lay down and act fairly normal before wipe off and it appeared to bond to the first then it should last pretty close to as if you had done it within 24 hours.
From everything ive seen online and myself, UK 3.0 only really needs 30 seconds to 1 minute at the most before its ready to be wiped off
Give it a try for yourself and I think you'll like the method we suggested. OR if you prefer you are welcome to wipe it in and off sooner. We know people in a lot of countries (and even CarPro) says you can wipe it off much faster but we prefer to give it the most chance to bond and here in the US it works FANTASTIC leaving it longer than 7 minutes.
@@customerservice9897 7 minutes!? Leaving it on the car for 7 minutes before wipe off???
No prep just put Tha shit on ok , lol
I know it’s a fast paced world so maybe you didn’t get the chance to watch the video before commenting but if you’d like to skip to 1:10 seconds in (before we coated anything) you’ll see that we VERY clearly tell everyone how critical prep is. We’ve been advising Detailers since before 95% of them had ever heard the term ceramic coating and when many companies told them they didn’t need to prep, we have ALWAYS made that an integral part of the process. Have a nice day!