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03-19-2013, 04:23 PM | #1 |
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Opti - coat 2.0 (pro) vs waxing regularly
Hi, I'm weighing the pros and cons of using an opti-coat sealant, a detailer offers paint correction and detailing services ($900) and then Opti-coat Pro ($400) for a total $1300.
*edit* I'd also like advice on 2PLE or Clear Bra coatings. I currently use the meguiar's 3-step for cleaning and maintaining my paint. I have dealer-installed cobwebing but overall good finish. Points are: Pro for Opticoat: Forms a barrier to protect against debris. Hopefully even small rocks/chipping since the BRZ/FR-S's paint is oh-so precious. Pro: Easier to clean Cons: Permanent, unless you machine polish it off, which isn't so bad I guess. But you can't use a pure polish on top of an opti-coat, my guessing is the coat underneath opti-coat could still dry out or degrade. Last edited by radroach; 03-20-2013 at 03:15 PM. |
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thats alot of cash.
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03-19-2013, 04:30 PM | #3 |
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He's offering that as a full package, as a pro detailer, but there seems no cheaper route (at least through him),which includes: wash, clay, wheels, interior, windows, 2-step paint procedure, 3-layers of wax (overkill), and then opticoat pro. Procedures take 2 days. |
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Thought wax needs to be completely removed prior to opticoat.
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Never heard of waxing a car before installing OC 2.0. Surface must be free of wax to have OC to adhere. Don't walk to another detailer- RUN ! Go to the Optimum forum and you will find all the info you need to make a informed decision . They also have a listing of all dealers authorized to install OPT-PRO.
http://optimumforums.org/index.php?showforum=25 |
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I agree, 900 is excessive, you should look into another detailer, especially if this guy thinks applying opticoat on top of wax is ok.
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I would do as the others have stated and shop around, talk to 2 or 3 other detailers. I did not pay close to that and I know for a fact when the opti threads were huge when everyone took possession of there cars the average price was 400-600, and this was from well know detailers.
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opticoat will also not protect you from egg shells.. i know from first hand.
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try looking up Tru Shine http://www.trushinedetailing.com
If your paint is hammered 900$ might not be out of the question, so the level of perfection you want before OC/OG has to be considered. You are also asking for the OG pro version which comes with a warranty. I would suggest you ask for OC 2.0 which will easily last 2+yrs and by that time you might need a good polishing anyhow. The price of that is ususally 40% for the 2.0 Cheers, GREG
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For that cost invest in some Adams Products and detail the car yourself! You will get a much better shine with a paste wax glaze combo than opti-coat
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I agree with others. $900 is a bit steep considering your car is relatively new with few scratches.
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