Ceramic Coating applied to my 2022 Maverick - pics

[Happy Guy 823]

I did my vb. Used Next-gen. Took 4 hours with wash, prep and application. Looks like a mirror.

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[chips46]

I wanted to share some photos of my 2022 velocity blue Maverick with newly applied ceramic coat. It might be tough to see the difference the ceramic coat made with these photos, but results are truly incredible. The depth of paint and the glass like smoothness is something that stands out in person and the feel of the paint is special. This is my fourth vehicle with various brands of ceramic coat. I started with the most basic spray that might last a year, next level Avalon King, to finally the Mac daddy of them all System X “Max”. The difference between Avalon king and System X “max“ I would say look and feel they are similar Between the two. The key difference is System X has no restrictions cleaning products, or even cleaning techniques. The biggest difference is the lifetime guarantee ( as long as it is inspected by an authorized installer annuall). This process for the Maverick took roughly 24-28 hours on labor to complete. in my opinion, the best time to do apply this product is when a vehicle is new and no wax has to be removed along with very little paint correction. I basically only needed was little paint polishing and paint decontamination via Claybar, lastly wipe down thoroughly with rubbing alcohol. At this point, each panels has to have product applied in small sections evenly and wiped off. The cure time indicated 5 to 15 seconds but with my low humidity and cool temp’s I found closer to 60 seconds was correct. I find the most difficult part is to have the correct lighting to apply and remove to a perfect finish. I had enough product to do all exterior paint, plastic, wheels, and paint within the interior door jams. I also applied glass treatment on all windows.

I found I still had some paint flaws that are now in bedded for life. Please see attached photos and let me know your thoughts

recommendations for this treatment, you need really good if not great Lighting. This process should not be taken lightly and if any doubt hire a professional.

Great job, looks real good! Just for information, I went looking for full size spare at my dealer. I was quoted $1200 each for the one l have that is same as pictured here. Valvestem/pressure senser about $100. Tire depended on what tire I chose.