Graphene Over Custom Paint
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This has always been my thought as well. He's definitely a top end custom guy who has decades of experience.
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Damn, it looks outstanding. I’m about to do all three of our bikes as well as my truck and her Explorer, but I decided to go with Wolfgang sealant instead of ceramic. I don’t think that I will be uncomfortable with a DA polisher, but I am very uncomfortable applying ceramic, at least from all the research I’ve done on it.
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Wolfgang makes an excellent sealant, one of my favorites.
Depending on what coating, you will find its much easier then polishing. Polishing takes a lot of time to get it right.
If you mess the coating up, just polish it off
Depending on what coating, you will find its much easier then polishing. Polishing takes a lot of time to get it right.
If you mess the coating up, just polish it off
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Damn, it looks outstanding. I’m about to do all three of our bikes as well as my truck and her Explorer, but I decided to go with Wolfgang sealant instead of ceramic. I don’t think that I will be uncomfortable with a DA polisher, but I am very uncomfortable applying ceramic, at least from all the research I’ve done on it.
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The Wolfgang product I bought is the high gloss paint sealant 3.0 (or something like). I do have a question about it for you. Can I apply multiple coats of this product?
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I will. I cant wait to get my Heritage done with the dark blue custom paint. It looks good with just a coat of wax, so I cant wait to get it polished with the Wolfgang sealant on it.
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Good to hear. FWIW, I've been using the Wolfgang sealant since 2006 with great success. While it hasn't always been the most durable, it definitely looks fantastic and is easy to work with. So, adding additional coats when the protection starts to fade is no big deal. Lately, I've been using the Si02 infused version with great results, too.
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On a bike, no reason for multiple coats. Back in the day when that and black fire's sealant came out, routine to do 2 coats on vehicles. Of course then you had to top it with the wax that went with it. Absolutely great look, still like it to this day.
The SiO2 that Gizmo is referring to is extremely good also. I tested it on the bed of my truck when it came out. Truck outside 24/7 in Florida, got around 6 months before it was done, not bad at all.
Polishing is were you are going to make the biggest difference in the look. Take your time, use great technique, and use good products. You will get the desired outcome
The SiO2 that Gizmo is referring to is extremely good also. I tested it on the bed of my truck when it came out. Truck outside 24/7 in Florida, got around 6 months before it was done, not bad at all.
Polishing is were you are going to make the biggest difference in the look. Take your time, use great technique, and use good products. You will get the desired outcome
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I cannot overemphasize the importance of paint prep and polishing. Unless the existing paint is relatively new and free of environmental or road contaminants as well as minor marks or scratches, prep and polish is where the beauty is found. Coatings are the final emphasis, and they maintain that great appearance.