Getting frustrated opti-guard

[Nate219BRZ]

Im starting to believe my search has come to an end. Basicly, NOBODY in chicagoland area opti-guards (atleast in my local area.) Im about to contact someone far away and have my car shipped down, or my cousin drive it, south where people know what this stuff is. I would of thought SOMEBODY would have atleast knew what it was. NOPE.... If anyone knows someone who isnt charging a 600+ dollars to apply it, after they read the directions first, please pm me

[Nate219BRZ]

Also i do have a detailer interested and becoming a vender and applicant for opti-guard, he just doesnt know who to contact.

[C. Charles Hahn]

Originally Posted by Nate219BRZ

Im starting to believe my search has come to an end. Basicly, NOBODY in chicagoland area opti-guards (atleast in my local area.) Im about to contact someone far away and have my car shipped down, or my cousin drive it, south where people know what this stuff is. I would of thought SOMEBODY would have atleast knew what it was. NOPE.... If anyone knows someone who isnt charging a 600+ dollars to apply it, after they read the directions first, please pm me

Have you talked to Ivan @ LUSTR? I'd be surprised if he doesn't offer it, but I have no clue what he charges.

http://www.lustrdetail.com/

OPT Also lists a distributor in Chicago on their website, and the guy offers detailing as well...

http://www.obsessivedetail.com/Services.html

Again, I can't speak to their prices or quality of work, but there are surely some options out there.

Originally Posted by Nate219BRZ

Also i do have a detailer interested and becoming a vender and applicant for opti-guard, he just doesnt know who to contact.

Tell him to contact either Chris Thomas or Dr. David Ghodoussi @ Optimum Polymer Technologies to inquire:

http://optimumcarcare.com/contactus.php?li=8

[mikenap]

I recommended Ivan a while back but apparently he wasn't doing OptiGuard at the time. Maybe things have changed?

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...622#post266622

[C. Charles Hahn]

Originally Posted by mikenap

I recommended Ivan a while back but apparently he wasn't doing OptiGuard at the time. Maybe things have changed?

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...622#post266622

That's unfortunate, but good call

[DrDuquette]

Originally Posted by bryansbestwax

Why dont you do it yourself? Not being funny, but it would save the frustration

sent using my thumbs, mispelling most words

I was thinking, this can't be that hard to apply? Is this something I can do myself? I can read instructions, I can cook, I can clay bar, I can polish, I can paint.

If I can do it myself, which product do I buy?

Sorry if there is a thread for this already.

[cruzinbill]

I think if you can properly clay bar and polish then this will be easy for you.

[#87]

I am in the same situation and I live right near NYC rofl

I just decided forget it, wash and wax lyfe

[ToxicSneakers]

Originally Posted by DrDuquette

I was thinking, this can't be that hard to apply? Is this something I can do myself? I can read instructions, I can cook, I can clay bar, I can polish, I can paint.

If I can do it myself, which product do I buy.
Sorry if there is a thread for this already.

Opti-coat 2.0. Check the many YouTube videos - very simple 30-minute application.

[DrDuquette]

Originally Posted by ToxicSneakers

Opti-coat 2.0. Check the many YouTube videos - very simple 30-minute application.

Then why are people so upset they can't find an opticoat place to put it on? Do they have no hands? Are there different opticoat products on the market?

[#87]

Originally Posted by DrDuquette

Then why are people so upset they can't find an opticoat place to put it on? Do they have no hands? Are there different opticoat products on the market?

My understanding is the paint needs to be corrected before application of opti coat. Sure opticoat may take 30 minutes to apply but for most people, including me, learning to correct paint and having the right tools to do so and doing it on your brand new car...

[OTD]

This guy Mike is in Streamwood IL, I dunno how far is he from you tho..

https://www.facebook.com/VividReflections

[Nate219BRZ]

Im willing to drive a good distance as i started to persuade myself in letting my cousin drive down south for application. I really appreciate the advice. Its just this is my car, so i cant non objectively do it. Thats when you mess up....

[Nate219BRZ]

So i ordered the opti-coat 2.0 and am going to have my local detailer apply it...crosses fingers.

[Nate219BRZ]

Originally Posted by Garry Dean

Good luck with that... Be sure to do a thorough walk around and look carefully for high spots he may leave behind... Also, make sure he gets into the crevices in the front bumper trim. Tell him to watch my videos or give me a call if he has any questions.

YouTube.com/PremiumDetailFL

I have already sent him close to 4 links to your videos. Hes watched the 20 min video of you applying it on the DGM. Seeing that paint at the end, is what made my decision, and i think i may have saw a tear of joy roll down the cheek of my detailer. I almost contacted you about shipping my car down to you in a haul behind trailer, but the time i'd need for that isnt easy to come by these days.

What are these high spots you speak of? My guy has been detailing and paint correcting since high school (15 years), but has zero experience with OC or OG. Any helpful tips for him would be appreciated.

[C. Charles Hahn]

Originally Posted by Nate219BRZ

I have already sent him close to 4 links to your videos. Hes watched the 20 min video of you applying it on the DGM. Seeing that paint at the end, is what made my decision, and i think i may have saw a tear of joy roll down the cheek of my detailer. I almost contacted you about shipping my car down to you in a haul behind trailer, but the time i'd need for that isnt easy to come by these days.

What are these high spots you speak of? My guy has been detailing and paint correcting since high school (15 years), but has zero experience with OC or OG. Any helpful tips for him would be appreciated.

Have him read this review/watch this video for an application guide. There are a couple pics of 'high spots' that will give you and your detailer an idea of what to look for:

http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...opti-coat-2-0/

[WRJad]

I went through the same issue, and when I eventually DID find an excellent opti-coat installer he couldn't book me until August. It's a shame too because he was going to charge me just $250, and this is a guy that has a detailing school and does work for BMW, so highly experienced. Since I couldn't do the wait without some added protection, I ended up going with a similar product from Wolf's Chemical called Hard Body. I've found that as long as you take your time, read the directions and use a little common sense, you can do many of these things yourself. Yes time is money and this is why the installers ask for so much money, however $600 is a little steep. Since the FRS/BRZ are relatively small cars, they don't take much time to do. You'll spend the bulk of your time doing prep work, polishing, etc.

end result:




does have a few swirls here and there, but they are visible only in certain lighting conditions. Swirls are inevitable anyway if this is your daily driver. I'm sure i'll have to re-apply the sealant next year or so.

[Nate219BRZ]

This car isnt my daily driver. It sits in the garage id say 90% of each day. It really only gets pulled out to wash it or on date nights/free days. I am the type of guy that sees the little flaws in everything. So if i make a mistake ill know its there and probably ruin my paint trying to fix it.

[WRJad]

I hear you. I'm a little OCD as well, so i completely understand. Since it's not your daily, then I guess it won't hurt to spend a little cash to keep your baby purdy I hope it works out for you with the Opti-Coat.

[jarviz]

Originally Posted by #87

I am in the same situation and I live right near NYC rofl

I just decided forget it, wash and wax lyfe

You should check out detailer's domain in NJ. I just got mine done over the weekend and I'm loving the look.

[Nate219BRZ]

Now im getting nervous. tomorrow is the day and it is it's first sleep over. I might have a nervous break down tomorrow night. Hopefully all goes well...

[Hamza7]

Originally Posted by Nate219BRZ

Im starting to believe my search has come to an end. Basicly, NOBODY in chicagoland area opti-guards (atleast in my local area.) Im about to contact someone far away and have my car shipped down, or my cousin drive it, south where people know what this stuff is. I would of thought SOMEBODY would have atleast knew what it was. NOPE.... If anyone knows someone who isnt charging a 600+ dollars to apply it, after they read the directions first, please pm me

I know it's completely useless now but I found someone in Chicago,

https://www.facebook.com/AutomobileDaySpa

info@automobiledayspa.com