Jason i applied it on Friday and was done by 7pm. I left it in a garage until Sunday morning around 9am, and good lord it looks amazing. Took me about 8 hours start to finish. looks great!!
@@InJasonsGarage I have a White 2017 Ram 1500. After putting this stuff on it looks like a freaking mirror! almost like you could dive into the paint. incredible
Jason, do you know if you can put Armor shield on paint protection film?? Apparently once you apply the coating you are supposed to wait for it to flash (rainbow effect) before waping it off. Is that true? Did you notice the product flashing?
Yup, Armor Shield is good for any surface like vinyl decals, striping, and any sort of car wraps, etc. I am not 100% sold on "flashing". I see people post about it, but not all coatings have the same properties so I choose to follow the directions first. It has worked for me in the 3 or so years I have been using it.
@@umbrellaj8954 I have heard differing opinions on it, but the article you posted is pretty darn good and convincing. Thanks for that, I am always excited to learn more from people here in the comments. Do me a favor and email me your mailing address at jason@injasonsgarage.com and I'll fire you some IJG stickers for your toolbox or whatever.
Very well done!I I've watched hundreds of "detailing vids" over the years but you do such a great job on the step by step process... Maybe you could be JASOOOOOOOOON THE ORGANIZER!!! lol
Great video! Watched it several times before attempting it on my Jaguar F-type. Surface prep is paramount! Washed the car about 2 weeks ago and used Griot's Garage Synthetic clay, then washed it again the day before applying Armor Shield, two bucket method, and another Synthetic clay pass and then the IPA wipe. It's 'winter in Wisconsin' so warmed up the garage to about 70 and shut off the heat. Used a digital (non-contact) laser thermometer to check the temp of surface panels. Divided the car into workable sections and started with the panel that has the rear license plate, as a test. Panels were about 63/65 degrees, buffed the first one after 3 minutes, a bit too long to wait, so knocked it down to 2 and a half min. Put my timer in a zip lock bag so not to get coating on it. I was concerned about the coating setting up (like varnish) that would make subsequent same-panel passes messy, but that was not the case. Also used the suggestion to cut slits along the long sides of the applicator sponge I then used a tongue-depressor/popsicle stick to push the application cloth into the slits to tighten it up. The paint looked better after the syn. clay cleaning, but really shines now with the coating.
Nice Corvette. "Even if you have a Prius don't drink it?" Smart people at that company. It sounds like they know smug when they see it. I'm not a big fan of Griot's stuff. I tried their leather cleaner. Awful stuff. You might as well take your leather and throw it in a swamp and then beat on it to condition it. It's about the same effectiveness.
How's it going mucker, great video of what looks like the product I'd like to use having just done a paint correction on my car, only thing is I'm in Ireland, & well we're kinda prolific for rain, don't know how I could be sure of getting the cure time 😏
I can't work out why this product either gets rave reviews, or gets slammed as complete crap. Surface prep aside, do you think there are inconsistencies in the quality of the product?
That's a fair question. I know they have done some improvements to the product a few years ago, I don't know if they have done any recently. My _assumptions_ are the following... 1) There's people like me who bought it and follow the application instructions completely. Typically, they are happy. 2) There's people who bought it don't follow the application instructions wonder why it didn't work. Typically, they say it is junk. 3) There's people say it is the same as the $4 bottles of snake oil on Aliexpress (they are not)....which they also haven't bought or have bought and since it $4 junk, it doesn't work and therefore, none of it works. Typically, they say it is "cheap Chinese junk". 4) There is what I believe to be most people who never bought it, never tried it, don't believe anything anyone says about it (no matter how honest). Typically, they say it is complete crap. I am sure there's other cases where it just didn't work for no real reason. It happens, it is not a miracle product but it does come with a guarantee that I am sure people in the 2nd example above don't bother to try. Personally, I still think it is the best value out there in terms of quality vs price. I still use it and I am going to put it on a 5th car soon that I just took delivery of a couple of days ago.
Great video Jason. I have a new SUV that is 2 months old and I have applied Turtle Wax Hybrid Ceramic Spray coating to it. Now if I want to put armour shield ceramic coating then do I first think about removing the spray coat and if yes then how can I do that? Will the prep shampoo by Avalon King be enough?
You might be OK with just using the prep shampoo, clay, and IPA wipe but I can't guarantee that it will be enough. It depends on how good the Turtle Wax stuff is. :) You may need to do a full polish to make sure it is fully removed.
Well explained video! I've been hesitant to venture in the diy ceramic coat route but yours and Pan's videos (especially with using Avalon) have convinced me to give it a shot. Especially since the weather will start to get nice here soon
Give it a try! I was also very hesitant to do ceramic coating but when I tried Armor Shield, I wished that I tried it sooner. Been going on 3 years this year and I am still happy with it. Let me know how it works out for you and if you have any questions.
Love your videos, great stuff! I have everything I need except the IPA. I am very confused and scared. I have been told by multiple people that my Blazer has very soft black paint. Some of them suggested not to use IPA, that it will swell the paint. What would you do?
Thanks, glad you like the vids. The IPA thing is a large topic of conversation. Many say you can use it straight, others say you have to dilute it. I can't say either one is wrong as every case is different, including your paint. If you think the paint is weak, I would use something like CarPro Eraser (amzn.to/3w1v1Hy) or the Mothers CMX Surface prep instead (amzn.to/3fYEWs5). Let me know how it goes for you.
I've heard great things about Car Pro CQuartz but I have never personally used it so I can't comment specifically on it. I don't think you can go wrong with either one, but one thing I'd consider is cost and customer service other than suggestions from someone who has used both. Sorry I can't help more.
I believe that when I did the first application on my Corvette, I used around 3/4 of the bottle after 2 coats. However, I only did the paint surfaces at that time, I didn't do the windows.
you forgot probably the most important step before coating which is to compound and polish the paint to remove as much imperfections as possible before locking in swirls and scratches. Other than that, good video.
My car has AS for almost 2 years and I am planning a refresh coat. Does the application process change for cars with previous treatment. I had read to not clay bar because it can scratch the Ceramic coating. Anyway please let me get your recommendation for a 2nd application. Thanks so much love the videos
If is not much different to apply a second coat, but the important part is you need to remove anything left of the old application before adding a new one. So for a second application, you need to use a very high pH car soap like a Prep Shampoo (Avalon King sells one that I have used and I like it). Then you need do a VERY thorough clay treatment covering every area of the paint surface. If you feel that didn't remove it all, a polishing wheel and some compound will also do the trick if you feel comfortable with it. Then an IPA wipe and application like before.
@@InJasonsGarage I think you have inspired me to try this. Question: When you say very thorough clay treatment, can this be with the Mitt you demonstrated in the video rather than a clay bar? Mitt seems easier to use IMO.
Hey just watched the hold video man great job 👍my only question is if you do 2 coats of it how many bottles will you need to do it is it one two or more I know cars and trucks are bigger and smaller in size I personally have a small to medium size suv I guess what I am asking is how many bottles did you use on your truck thanks
If it is perfectly clean paint and fully prepped paint, you can just do a light IPA wipedown and application. Otherwise, you need the bare minimum shown at 2:41.
Don't have a garage just a back yard. How long after application should I wait before putting a car cover on it to prevent dust etc. from falling on it and protecting it overnight so dew doesn't settling on it either?
Jason, when I offer this service to a customer. I charge $500 for large vehicles such as SUV or trucks. Is that price too low, let me know your thoughts. Great video. Thanks
I gotta be honest...I am not the best at telling someone else what they should charge as I typically do things myself so I don't know what a fair rate would be. If you're always busy and the customers are happy, then you're probably in the right ballpark!
I know you don't have to, especially on a new vehicle. but even a quick one step one pass polish before the alcohol wipe down makes the world of difference just to level and smooth the surface for the coating. I applied to 2 brand new cars. 1 just quick clay towered. the other I didn't clay. I just quick polished. and the polished vehicle was superior to the one I clayed. so if you're going to skip anything. skip the clay process and polish the car instead. love armour 🛡 is awesome for the price. great video
If I was "sponsored" by Avalon King, I'd have to say what they want me to say. I don't. Any opinions expressed are 100% my own. I retain full editorial control over the content in my videos and will never make a false recommendation as a result of any form of compensation. I have used this for going on 3 years and for the cost, I like the value and results and I like sharing it with others. If you don't agree, you don't have to buy the product. Or, you could buy some and try it for yourself. You have nothing to lose as there is a 30 day return window and a 2 year warranty.
Great vid. I apologize if you answered this before but is ceramic coating like a wax? Is there pros and cons to waxing a vehicle after you have ceramic coated it? Will the wax buff off layers or the protection of the ceramic?
Kind of like a wax, but so much tougher. What it does is fill in the microscopic cracks and crevices in the paint surface to make it smooth, and the hard properties last a long time. Putting wax on it is usually pointless, because the wax has nothing to "grab" onto and will typically come right off. See question 7 in this video here: th-cam.com/video/sfI6hNbc_4s/w-d-xo.html
What would happen if it would rain before the 24 hours cure time? I was going to apply it tomorrow after prepping today but tomorrow night into Friday and Saturday are supposed to rain?
I would hate to give you bad advice on that so my recommendation would be to ask the shop what process they would recommend. They may suggest you wait a certain amount of time or to prep a particular way.
Absolutely you MUST prep the surface and remove ALL waxes, dirt, grime, etc. otherwise it will not work. It is designed to adhere the microscopic pores in a paint's surface, but it can't do that if there is something covering them.
The question is which Nano Bond will you get? If you get it from eBay, or an Amazon seller, or AliExpress...you don't know if you are getting fake stuff/knock off or if it is old stock or whatever. That's why I like Avalon King...they don't have distributors so you get the real deal directly from them. Plus, you also get customer support and service with Avalon King....and a warranty that can't be beat. I looked around and found what APPEARS to be a legit direct source for Nano Bond...and they get $40 a bottle with no customer service contact number or any kind warranty. When using my coupon code, Armor Shield doesn't cost much more and in my book, with the extra few bucks for a better product overall if you consider that peace of mind knowing you are getting a legit product with a warranty.
No because just a basic wash still doesn't remove impurities, wax or anything the dealer put on the car, contaminants, etc. At the very least you need to do the basic prep at 2:41, it is just a couple of extra steps and pretty easy.
I’m about to apply but I have a concern about polishing. I don’t own a small polisher for the a pillars of doors so could I hand polish there to prep the clear coat?
Hey Fred. This has been quite the common question, and a good one at that. Here's my current personal suggestions on the subject as I have been following it for a bit. Based on what I have learned, overall, _any_ SiO2 spray topper will fine...so use your favorite. Don't have one? I believe at one point in the past, Avalon King mentioned in one of their blog posts to use Adam's Ceramic Boost geni.us/AdamCeramicBoost. *However*, I have also heard some VERY good things about Griot's Garage 3-in-1 Ceramic Wax geni.us/Griots3in1 . I will be using that because for the money, you can't beat it. Last note...Avalon King has been working on their own. They sent me a couple of formulas to try around a year ago. I can't say anything more at this time, nor do I know if they will actually release it...but it is cool to know they are always looking to up their game. Until then, use the Griot's or the Adam's mentioned above.
Appreciate the vid update more updates on this coating no one really giving us real world testing long term which I think is pretty cool, the flashbacks shows us the different looks u had, but staying true to the coating and process 👍🏽, have a good one 🤜🏽🤛🏽💯
I don't think there is a specific recommendation that I am aware or, just use what you like as long as you can get the surface perfect for application as I mentioned in this video.
Yes, you don't want to use it on fabric or leather or rubber, anything that is not considered a solid surface. Paint, glass, hard plastic, chrome, all good.
Jason I have a new car and going to do this process. My question is my car has a sealant on it from the dealership, should I "strip" it first before using the iron gel? If so, then can I do the clay mitt and dawn to strip it and then do the iron gel? That way it is the same amount of prep.
I want to be careful on how I answer this, because I'm not sure what kind of sealant your dealership used. *Typically* , I would say yes try to remove any sealant of sorts from the surface before you apply the fallout remover gel, because I am thinking that a sealant might prevent the gel from doing its job. Then you can do the rest of the process. However, I would check with your dealerships body shop just to make sure of the right way to remove the sealant.
Hey Mate, I have the ceramic kit and am Looking at coating my white Subaru. However I don’t have access to a garage only a carport that is open air (just a shelter). A bit hesitant on applying the coating as I read Online you need to apply the car coating under 70% humidity ? Did you check this when applying? Also it says try to avoid driving in rain but it’s spring here in New Zealand and the weather is a bit temperamental… Outside of that 48 hours curing time, would my coating be ruined if I drove it in rain?
This is a common problem, and I understand it well. In your case, you should to do a bit of planning for when the humidity is right and the wind/dust is minimal and the forecast itself is optimal. Do your best to find the window of time and environment and it will suit you better than just doing it whenever. If you have to make sacrifices, it is not a HIUGE deal...you might need to reapply a bit sooner down the road, so to speak, but whatever steps you can take to get the surface as pure as you can before application....and then whatever you can do to keep it pure after application...will reduce the need to reapply in the future. Hope this helps. BTW...I hear New Zealand is quite wonderful. I've always wanted to visit and see for myself. ❤
@@InJasonsGarage Yeap got to try plan it, going to be tough as I got to do all the prep and try polish the car too 😂 after all the cash I spent I should have just got a professional detailer to do it. But I’ll give it my best shot and let you know how I go dude. Yeah - New Zealand 🇳🇿 is very picturesque but expensive 😞. Keep up the good vids!
What’s the best ipa percent to use? I see it comes in 70% 91% 99%..... does it matter? This is the first time in my life I realized rubbing alcohol came in differing percentages.
It isn’t super important really. All it is for is to dissolve and remove any remaining residue, buildup, oils and general stuff that might prevent the Armor Shield from adhering correctly. Whatever is on the shelf should work.
Can i compound and polish the car before the application? My car has a lot of swirl marks so i want to get the paint as perfect looking before the ceramic coating
I don't suggest that you try, there might still be some coating that cured in the fabric and might scratch. I would just get some of these: amzn.to/3AlvCXU
1 bottle covered 2 coats on my paint and I also did the additional items like headlights and taillights and grille area. A vehicle larger than mine might need two bottles.
This is a great video, well done and easy to follow. One question, is it ok to use the product on the shiny clear plastic light covers??? Thank you for the video
Great video! Thank you for the explanation. Question about the IPA wipe down, did you mix the alcohol with water or just used straight up alcohol to wipe down the surface?
Thanks, glad you found it useful. While I didn't mix it in the past, I started to recently. Check out this article! avalonking.com/blog/how-to-mix-ipa-spray-for-ceramic-coating-prep/ And I was just informed that Avalon King came out with their own blend of IPA prep spray. Hit the link and then the SHOP button on their site.
Jason, I recently put a first coat of Armor Shield IX to my 2019 Mustang and was careful to apply it only to painted surfaces. The car is dark green. I did this prior to watching your video. Thanks to your video I plan on going back and putting it on both the vinyl surfaces and the glass before applying a second coat. My question to you is did I put too little on since I still have a good two thirds of the bottle left? And since it's been a week since I applied the first coat what do I need to do the make sure the surface is clean prior to applying the second coat? By the way, the car only has on 31.5 miles on it. It has been sitting in my garage and has not been driven by me since I purchased it from the dealership in the fall of 2019. It was trailered to my garage from the dealership.
Hey Mark. Here's my thoughts... If you only did one coat on painted surfaces, I don't think you put too little on. Many people think it needs to go on thick, but it is not like good steak sauce on a bad steak...more than needed won't make it any better. 😆😆. If it has been a week since the 1st coat and haven't driven it much (or any) since then, what I would do it mist it with clean water, use a clean microfiber to gently dry it thoroughly (also consider a leaf blower on low setting), and then apply the second coat...which will only cover any spots you might have missed in the 1st coat. Give that a try and let me know how it works out for you. Like I said in this video, you can't really screw it up unless you try. :) 31.5 miles since new? Sounds like something special. Tell me more about it.
@@InJasonsGarage Jason, I truly appreciate your feedback. Will let you know how applying the second coat works out. Oh and yes it's a Bullitt so kind of special. The reason for it not being driven as of yet is two fold. One being pandemic isolation and the other being hip issues.
Just wash. Wax will not adhere to it well because the Armor Shield is already filling in the tiny valleys of the paint, and is so slick that wax can't easily get a "bite" into it. I do know that Avalon King has been experimenting with a maintenance spray but I am not sure where they are with it.
Yes, 1 bottle covered 2 coats on my paint and I also did the additional items like headlights and taillights and grille area. A vehicle larger than mine might need two bottles.
Awesome and extremely well put/simple video. Really appreciate you taking the time out to make a high quality video with you showing how to apply the coating and even going over their instructions 😄👍🏻
Good question. There's a lot of options out there when it comes to ceramic coatings. Sometimes, if I see that I have to fill out a form just to get an idea of the cost (like System X)...there's a good chance it is not for me. I mentioned in my very first video about this (th-cam.com/video/5_hDpIAK7Ns/w-d-xo.html) that it can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars to get ceramic coating done on a car. I thought I'd be smart and start with the affordable option (Armor Shield) that I have seen recommended elsewhere and if it didn't work, I'd use the money back guarantee and step up to something else. I guess I got lucky because that first choice was the right one for me. I have been using Armor Shield for years now and I am very happy with it for my needs and use. I could have spent a couple thousand more dollars (or more) on another product, but I always ask....would it have made my car look a thousands of dollars better? Again, not for my needs and use.
I pretty much ask them what I said in the video. Skp the dealer prep, don't wash it, don't wax it, don't bother to do any of it. I have done this with all of the cars I buy. They think I am weird...and I might be...but I like to do it all myself.
Jason, I have a question. Do you use the iron remover in place of the clay bar. I no intend to use your video as a guide. I have a brand new 2022 GX 460 in caviar. In the past I’ve used Rain-X however if I use this ceramic coating it should last a great deal longer on the glass than Rain-X. I’d appreciate and additional recommendations and/or suggestions. Thanks again.
The iron remove and clay bar do two different things. The iron remover helps with contaminants embedded in your paint. The clay bar helps with contaminants on the surface. So I suggest using both.
@@enriquecarrillo3909 Even if it is a new vehicle, follow the process. There's contaminants added when in transport, rail dust embedded in the paint (if transported by train, for example), dealer prep garbage, etc. that must be removed or the coating will not adhere to the paint well.
You can do it outside of a garage. You just have to plan to do it on a nice day with no rain and as little wind (because of dust). I did it that way a couple of years ago... th-cam.com/video/RGuZ-lExmeI/w-d-xo.html
Hi Jason. I have been watching all of your AvalonKing videos and left this one for the end. I am grateful for all of your content. You got a new subscriber! I do have one question: I have a blue 2021 CR-V that I want to apply Armor Shield. After the "clay" with the mitt, can I go straight into the IPA wipe down or do I need to polish? My concern is to scratch the paint if only doing the clay stage. My paint only has very little and minor scratches so if I can skip clay and polish altogether and go from chemical decontamination to IPA and then Armor Shield I'd rather do that. Thanks again for your content and effort to educate newbies like me!
Glad my videos help you out! Polishing is not a requirement, only if you feel your paint needs it and from the sounds of it, it doesn't. Same goes for clay treatment, if you think the paint is perfect with no sap, grime or contaminants that washing can't remove, then you can skip the clay as well. However, I suggest you still do the clay just in case to ensure that Armor Shield will be able to adhere to the paint optimally. If you are concerned about scratching during the clay treatment, use the same mitt hat I use, be extra careful, and you should be fine.
@@InJasonsGarage thank you for your response. I'll do the clay with your suggested mitt and hopefully that's all O have to do. My car is garage kept so I rarely get any bird droppings or sap. Do you have a link for the mitt where I can buy it and help you out in the process (affiliate link)
@@gvega17 You don't have to use my affiliate links, but I appreciate that you do! :) Everything is in the description, but I will list it here as well: ▬ LINKS TO EVERYTHING I USE AND MENTION IN THIS VIDEO ▬ Armor Shield IX - bit.ly/armorshield (USE CODE JASONSGARAGE25 FOR $25 OFF!) Griot's Garage Iron and Fallout Remover - amzn.to/3pAcv6C (Alternatives - amzn.to/3pAcv6C) Griot’s Garage Wave Scrubber - amzn.to/36AvfKw Griot’s Garage Fine Surface Prep Mitt - amzn.to/3no9QuL Griot’s Garage Fast Surface Prep Mitt (for more stubborn contaminant removal) - amzn.to/2H4q3FX Chemical Guys Big Chubby Microfiber Wash Sponge - amzn.to/35zD1F3 Rubbing Alcohol (IPA) - amzn.to/2ID9yRW (IPA Alternatives: amzn.to/3w1v1Hy)
I just use a standard quick detailer but I know Avalon King is working on a topper so as soon as they come out with one, I will start using it! Otherwise, I would say just use whatever your preference is for now.
It could have probably used but I also think that all factory paint jobs these days can use it. I mentioned it in the in a couple of places, but I wanted to show the basic steps needed to apply ceramic coating in a day or less.
If it has been driven a lot, I would do all of the steps. If it hasn't been driven much, you can likely skip the clay and fallout remover and just do the wash, IPA wipedown, and then application.
Also body shops mostly use a rotary buffer to “finish” polishing. You should still polish with a random action and some finishing polish to eliminate all the holograms.
Thank's for the informative video Jason. Just a quick question I purchased some Armor Sheild yesterday and while reading lots of positive reviews one guy mentioned water spots on his paint.I know you have been using the product for a couple of years, do you still get stubborn water spots when car drys in the sun after rain or god forbid sprinklers.
Good question, Greg. I have done four cars so far. Three of them sat outside 100% of the time. The colors are dark brown, silver and dark blue (see my other vids). And when it rains, it does leave water spots being the dirt and minerals left over after the raindrop dries. Here in Tennessee, it can be sunny and then rains and then is sunny again all in a 30 minute span. So sometimes I do get water spots, but they aren't stubborn. In fact, sometimes it just takes a standard drive to the store or whatever to blow most of the minerals and such off. The rest can be removed with quick detailer...or more rain. :). Short version...I don't think anything can stop water spots from appearing (unless you keep it in a garage)...but Armor Shield seems to do a pretty good job preventing them from embedding. That's the key.
Yes, I have and no it doesn't hurt the function of the wipers. In fact, I use my wipers less. Consider it like Rain-X for your paint...that you can also use on glass like Rain-X.
@@XUltimatomX If they windshield is dirty it will and with enough use, anything can wear away. But it does work similarly to Rain-X from my experience.
Hi Jason, I prepped my car yesterday. I washed, dried, then used a DA polish machine with a product that has compound, and polish in it. Oh, I also clay barred the car. Now the paint is prepped and ready for Armor shield. The problem is, it hasn’t come in yet? What do you recommend, I do before applying Armor shield, when it does come in? Just wash the car, and do an alcohol wipe down? Then I’ll be ready to apply Armor shield, or do I have to start all over again? Thanks. Mr Mark O.👍
@@Ochtane101 OK, depending on how long it is outside and how much you drive it and what conditions you drive it in is going to determine how much effort you will need to put into it. At minimum, yes...wash and alcohol prep. If a few days and you drive it more than a couple of times, I'd do another quick clay bar just to be sure.
@@InJasonsGarage no garage, sorry to say? I wish I had a garage, to apply the ceramic, for obvious reasons? It’s a daily driver. It’s a 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL. I just bought it, a couple months ago?
@@Ochtane101 What is important is that you want the paint surface to be as pristine as possible with no contaminants, grease, sap, water spots, oils, etc. before applying. So how much effort you need to put into it again before applying is going to be determined by what gets on the paint before the application.
@@ranayeem It all depends on your skill, the size of the car, etc. You can probably do the basic application in a couple of hours, and the optimal application is 3-5.
@@mikerossi1618 There are a lot of variables. It depends on how much time has passed (how much the coating cured), how wet it got, how much of the coating it impacted. One way to test is to let it fully cure and then do a quick water test to see how it beads and/or sheets. That will hep you determine if you need to do another application.
Jason i applied it on Friday and was done by 7pm. I left it in a garage until Sunday morning around 9am, and good lord it looks amazing. Took me about 8 hours start to finish. looks great!!
Awesome! What color is your car?
@@InJasonsGarage I have a White 2017 Ram 1500. After putting this stuff on it looks like a freaking mirror! almost like you could dive into the paint. incredible
@@99ZebraCakes Oh yeah, I forgot that we talked before. Glad it worked out for you!!
Was 1 bottle enough to do the whole vehicle?
@@TheHardwareJunkies I have a big 1500 and I needed 2 bottles
Hi! How long to wait before applying a second layer of armor IX? It's almost summer and I'm planning to coat my motorcycle and car.
1 hour minimum, 2 hours to be safe.
Always putting great content out.
Thanks a ton!!
Jason, do you know if you can put Armor shield on paint protection film??
Apparently once you apply the coating you are supposed to wait for it to flash (rainbow effect) before waping it off.
Is that true?
Did you notice the product flashing?
Yup, Armor Shield is good for any surface like vinyl decals, striping, and any sort of car wraps, etc. I am not 100% sold on "flashing". I see people post about it, but not all coatings have the same properties so I choose to follow the directions first. It has worked for me in the 3 or so years I have been using it.
@@InJasonsGarage thanks mate.
Jason, Do you dilute the IPA? or just straight out of the bottle? Thanks.
I checked and I have 91% IPA. I don't dilute it. I also use it just as a light wipe, that's the key.
You’re supposed to dilute
www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-to-articles-by-mike-phillips/31183-how-mix-ipa-inspecting-correction-results.html
@@umbrellaj8954 I have heard differing opinions on it, but the article you posted is pretty darn good and convincing. Thanks for that, I am always excited to learn more from people here in the comments. Do me a favor and email me your mailing address at jason@injasonsgarage.com and I'll fire you some IJG stickers for your toolbox or whatever.
Very well done!I I've watched hundreds of "detailing vids" over the years but you do such a great job on the step by step process... Maybe you could be JASOOOOOOOOON THE ORGANIZER!!! lol
Heh...thanks a ton for the nice words, Jeff! 😎 I really appreciate it! Glad the vid helps. Tell me...what else would you like to see me do like this?
Great video! Watched it several times before attempting it on my Jaguar F-type. Surface prep is paramount! Washed the car about 2 weeks ago and used Griot's Garage Synthetic clay, then washed it again the day before applying Armor Shield, two bucket method, and another Synthetic clay pass and then the IPA wipe. It's 'winter in Wisconsin' so warmed up the garage to about 70 and shut off the heat. Used a digital (non-contact) laser thermometer to check the temp of surface panels. Divided the car into workable sections and started with the panel that has the rear license plate, as a test. Panels were about 63/65 degrees, buffed the first one after 3 minutes, a bit too long to wait, so knocked it down to 2 and a half min. Put my timer in a zip lock bag so not to get coating on it. I was concerned about the coating setting up (like varnish) that would make subsequent same-panel passes messy, but that was not the case. Also used the suggestion to cut slits along the long sides of the applicator sponge I then used a tongue-depressor/popsicle stick to push the application cloth into the slits to tighten it up. The paint looked better after the syn. clay cleaning, but really shines now with the coating.
Sounds like you did it all perfectly. Glad my video helped!!
Nice Corvette. "Even if you have a Prius don't drink it?" Smart people at that company. It sounds like they know smug when they see it. I'm not a big fan of Griot's stuff. I tried their leather cleaner. Awful stuff. You might as well take your leather and throw it in a swamp and then beat on it to condition it. It's about the same effectiveness.
How's it going mucker, great video of what looks like the product I'd like to use having just done a paint correction on my car, only thing is I'm in Ireland, & well we're kinda prolific for rain, don't know how I could be sure of getting the cure time 😏
I can't work out why this product either gets rave reviews, or gets slammed as complete crap. Surface prep aside, do you think there are inconsistencies in the quality of the product?
That's a fair question. I know they have done some improvements to the product a few years ago, I don't know if they have done any recently. My _assumptions_ are the following...
1) There's people like me who bought it and follow the application instructions completely. Typically, they are happy.
2) There's people who bought it don't follow the application instructions wonder why it didn't work. Typically, they say it is junk.
3) There's people say it is the same as the $4 bottles of snake oil on Aliexpress (they are not)....which they also haven't bought or have bought and since it $4 junk, it doesn't work and therefore, none of it works. Typically, they say it is "cheap Chinese junk".
4) There is what I believe to be most people who never bought it, never tried it, don't believe anything anyone says about it (no matter how honest). Typically, they say it is complete crap.
I am sure there's other cases where it just didn't work for no real reason. It happens, it is not a miracle product but it does come with a guarantee that I am sure people in the 2nd example above don't bother to try.
Personally, I still think it is the best value out there in terms of quality vs price. I still use it and I am going to put it on a 5th car soon that I just took delivery of a couple of days ago.
Great video Jason. I have a new SUV that is 2 months old and I have applied Turtle Wax Hybrid Ceramic Spray coating to it. Now if I want to put armour shield ceramic coating then do I first think about removing the spray coat and if yes then how can I do that? Will the prep shampoo by Avalon King be enough?
You might be OK with just using the prep shampoo, clay, and IPA wipe but I can't guarantee that it will be enough. It depends on how good the Turtle Wax stuff is. :) You may need to do a full polish to make sure it is fully removed.
Well explained video! I've been hesitant to venture in the diy ceramic coat route but yours and Pan's videos (especially with using Avalon) have convinced me to give it a shot. Especially since the weather will start to get nice here soon
Give it a try! I was also very hesitant to do ceramic coating but when I tried Armor Shield, I wished that I tried it sooner. Been going on 3 years this year and I am still happy with it. Let me know how it works out for you and if you have any questions.
So it’s not flashing like other ceramics ?
I am starting to see different definitions of "flashing". What is your definition of it?
Love your videos, great stuff! I have everything I need except the IPA. I am very confused and scared. I have been told by multiple people that my Blazer has very soft black paint. Some of them suggested not to use IPA, that it will swell the paint. What would you do?
Thanks, glad you like the vids. The IPA thing is a large topic of conversation. Many say you can use it straight, others say you have to dilute it. I can't say either one is wrong as every case is different, including your paint. If you think the paint is weak, I would use something like CarPro Eraser (amzn.to/3w1v1Hy) or the Mothers CMX Surface prep instead (amzn.to/3fYEWs5). Let me know how it goes for you.
Great video. I am torn between using Armour Shield IX or Car Pro CQuartz UK 3.0, topped with SIC. Which would you choose?
I've heard great things about Car Pro CQuartz but I have never personally used it so I can't comment specifically on it. I don't think you can go wrong with either one, but one thing I'd consider is cost and customer service other than suggestions from someone who has used both. Sorry I can't help more.
On your corvette compared to your suv and truck, how much coverage can you expect to get out of one bottle? Typically how long will a bottle last you?
I believe that when I did the first application on my Corvette, I used around 3/4 of the bottle after 2 coats. However, I only did the paint surfaces at that time, I didn't do the windows.
you forgot probably the most important step before coating which is to compound and polish the paint to remove as much imperfections as possible before locking in swirls and scratches. Other than that, good video.
I did mention that at the 7:14 and 11:47 mark.
Its 80-90 degrees where im at. How long do i have to wait to wipe off after applying? thanks in advance.
1 minute. See the 12:36 part.
CanI get this in the UK? I can't seem to find any outlets who supply it.
They don't have resellers, so you have to get it direct. However, they do shop worldwide.
Waiting for the tests and follow ups....
My car has AS for almost 2 years and I am planning a refresh coat. Does the application process change for cars with previous treatment. I had read to not clay bar because it can scratch the Ceramic coating. Anyway please let me get your recommendation for a 2nd application. Thanks so much love the videos
If is not much different to apply a second coat, but the important part is you need to remove anything left of the old application before adding a new one. So for a second application, you need to use a very high pH car soap like a Prep Shampoo (Avalon King sells one that I have used and I like it). Then you need do a VERY thorough clay treatment covering every area of the paint surface. If you feel that didn't remove it all, a polishing wheel and some compound will also do the trick if you feel comfortable with it. Then an IPA wipe and application like before.
@@InJasonsGarage I think you have inspired me to try this. Question: When you say very thorough clay treatment, can this be with the Mitt you demonstrated in the video rather than a clay bar? Mitt seems easier to use IMO.
@@eddielee5634 Sure can, I use the mitt because you are right, it i s MUCH easier to use but you can use either the mitt or the standard claybar.
Hey just watched the hold video man great job 👍my only question is if you do 2 coats of it how many bottles will you need to do it is it one two or more I know cars and trucks are bigger and smaller in size I personally have a small to medium size suv I guess what I am asking is how many bottles did you use on your truck thanks
It took one bottle to do two coats on the painted surfaces of my truck. I had just a little left over after that.
Thanks I really appreciate it
Do i need to put the iron remover and alcohol if my car is fresh from the factory.
You can skip the iron remover, but definitely do not skip the alcohol. It is cheap insurance to make sure sure the surface is as clean as possible.
If it is perfectly clean paint and fully prepped paint, you can just do a light IPA wipedown and application. Otherwise, you need the bare minimum shown at 2:41.
How many bottles do I need for a 2018 Honda Pilot
To do all surfaces...paint, glass, wheels etc. I would say 2 and you might have a little bit left over.
Can I apply it on a brand new vehicle? How do I have to prepare a brand new vehicle? There will be a lot of wax from the factory on the surface.
Absolutely. You prep it the same way I illustrated here in this video. 🙂
@@InJasonsGarage That means, just degrease and apply the ceramic coat? A brand new paint doesn't need to be cleaned and polished.
@@a.p.369 Yes, it does need to be cleaned. If you don't have a clean surface, the ceramic coat will not adhere properly to it. Polishing is optional.
Don't have a garage just a back yard. How long after application should I wait before putting a car cover on it to prevent dust etc. from falling on it and protecting it overnight so dew doesn't settling on it either?
stopped watching at the wave scrubber
Why?
How many coats would u recommend?
The second coat is optional but recommended to make sure you have complete coverage. See the 15:50 mark
No....There's Nothing better then Armor Shield out there as far as something a consumer can just buy and apply. Absolutely Nothing.
For the money...I agree 100%.
Jason, when I offer this service to a customer. I charge $500 for large vehicles such as SUV or trucks. Is that price too low, let me know your thoughts. Great video. Thanks
I gotta be honest...I am not the best at telling someone else what they should charge as I typically do things myself so I don't know what a fair rate would be. If you're always busy and the customers are happy, then you're probably in the right ballpark!
I know you don't have to, especially on a new vehicle. but even a quick one step one pass polish before the alcohol wipe down makes the world of difference just to level and smooth the surface for the coating. I applied to 2 brand new cars. 1 just quick clay towered. the other I didn't clay. I just quick polished. and the polished vehicle was superior to the one I clayed. so if you're going to skip anything. skip the clay process and polish the car instead. love armour 🛡 is awesome for the price. great video
Thanks for the info!
It was 52* In CT today....I may have left as9 on for maybe a minute. The gloss is blinding. Anyone can use this coating. E A S Y!!!!
Awesome news, glad you like it! 😎
@3:28 "shampoop" lmao
I barely remember deciding to leave that in and see who notices. LOL, so far you are the only one! :)
You are sponsored by this product like pan. It’s Chinese as well and fails in non sponsored comparisons. How can I trust what you say?
If I was "sponsored" by Avalon King, I'd have to say what they want me to say. I don't. Any opinions expressed are 100% my own. I retain full editorial control over the content in my videos and will never make a false recommendation as a result of any form of compensation. I have used this for going on 3 years and for the cost, I like the value and results and I like sharing it with others. If you don't agree, you don't have to buy the product. Or, you could buy some and try it for yourself. You have nothing to lose as there is a 30 day return window and a 2 year warranty.
Great vid. I apologize if you answered this before but is ceramic coating like a wax? Is there pros and cons to waxing a vehicle after you have ceramic coated it? Will the wax buff off layers or the protection of the ceramic?
Kind of like a wax, but so much tougher. What it does is fill in the microscopic cracks and crevices in the paint surface to make it smooth, and the hard properties last a long time. Putting wax on it is usually pointless, because the wax has nothing to "grab" onto and will typically come right off. See question 7 in this video here: th-cam.com/video/sfI6hNbc_4s/w-d-xo.html
Best timing ever! 👍 going to apply it upcoming weekend.
How did it go?
What is the two bucket method?
Here's a good article: www.chemicalguys.com/twobucketmethod/blog-two-bucket-method.html
What would happen if it would rain before the 24 hours cure time? I was going to apply it tomorrow after prepping today but tomorrow night into Friday and Saturday are supposed to rain?
I would not apply it if there is any chance of it being rained on while curing. It will compromise the coating before it can fully cure.
What if I just got my carbon fiber trunk clear coated from the shop I hat cleaning process will I have to do before applying Avalon ceramic coat
I would hate to give you bad advice on that so my recommendation would be to ask the shop what process they would recommend. They may suggest you wait a certain amount of time or to prep a particular way.
This product Sucks!
It does? What happened when you used it?
Do you really have to clean it from Waxes, such as Swissvax, before?
Could I try to keep the shine from Swissvax and fix/protect it with armorking?
Absolutely you MUST prep the surface and remove ALL waxes, dirt, grime, etc. otherwise it will not work. It is designed to adhere the microscopic pores in a paint's surface, but it can't do that if there is something covering them.
This is nice, I had a silver Corvette C6 and I still have the race ramps lol.
so how much do you need to cover Audi A4 for 2 coats? I hear 3 bottles, 1 bottle and 2 bottles different answers.
I would say 2 bottles, tops.
Nano Bond has the same result and much, much cheaper. However, I will try this product tomorrow.
The question is which Nano Bond will you get? If you get it from eBay, or an Amazon seller, or AliExpress...you don't know if you are getting fake stuff/knock off or if it is old stock or whatever. That's why I like Avalon King...they don't have distributors so you get the real deal directly from them. Plus, you also get customer support and service with Avalon King....and a warranty that can't be beat. I looked around and found what APPEARS to be a legit direct source for Nano Bond...and they get $40 a bottle with no customer service contact number or any kind warranty. When using my coupon code, Armor Shield doesn't cost much more and in my book, with the extra few bucks for a better product overall if you consider that peace of mind knowing you are getting a legit product with a warranty.
I have 2021 Tesla model 3 only 3 months old, can I just wash it good and apply armor shield ?
No because just a basic wash still doesn't remove impurities, wax or anything the dealer put on the car, contaminants, etc. At the very least you need to do the basic prep at 2:41, it is just a couple of extra steps and pretty easy.
I’m about to apply but I have a concern about polishing. I don’t own a small polisher for the a pillars of doors so could I hand polish there to prep the clear coat?
As polishing is optional, sure, just make sure you prep the surface fully after that.
Hi Jason. I applied Armor Shield IX to my new car. What is your favorite topper to use to extend the life of the ceramic coating?
Hey Fred. This has been quite the common question, and a good one at that. Here's my current personal suggestions on the subject as I have been following it for a bit. Based on what I have learned, overall, _any_ SiO2 spray topper will fine...so use your favorite. Don't have one? I believe at one point in the past, Avalon King mentioned in one of their blog posts to use Adam's Ceramic Boost geni.us/AdamCeramicBoost. *However*, I have also heard some VERY good things about Griot's Garage 3-in-1 Ceramic Wax geni.us/Griots3in1 . I will be using that because for the money, you can't beat it.
Last note...Avalon King has been working on their own. They sent me a couple of formulas to try around a year ago. I can't say anything more at this time, nor do I know if they will actually release it...but it is cool to know they are always looking to up their game. Until then, use the Griot's or the Adam's mentioned above.
My 2 bottles of Avalon King arrived today. Can't wait to apply it this weekend.
Cool! Sounds good! Let me know if you have any questions!
Appreciate the vid update more updates on this coating no one really giving us real world testing long term which I think is pretty cool, the flashbacks shows us the different looks u had, but staying true to the coating and process 👍🏽, have a good one 🤜🏽🤛🏽💯
Thanks for the nice words! Glad you find the videos helpful! 👍
what kind of polish can i use berfore aplying the coating ..the polish will be done by hand not by machine
I don't think there is a specific recommendation that I am aware or, just use what you like as long as you can get the surface perfect for application as I mentioned in this video.
is there any vehicle surface this cannot be used on? door rubbers? chrome bumper? chrome clad rims?
Yes, you don't want to use it on fabric or leather or rubber, anything that is not considered a solid surface. Paint, glass, hard plastic, chrome, all good.
Jason I have a new car and going to do this process. My question is my car has a sealant on it from the dealership, should I "strip" it first before using the iron gel? If so, then can I do the clay mitt and dawn to strip it and then do the iron gel? That way it is the same amount of prep.
I want to be careful on how I answer this, because I'm not sure what kind of sealant your dealership used. *Typically* , I would say yes try to remove any sealant of sorts from the surface before you apply the fallout remover gel, because I am thinking that a sealant might prevent the gel from doing its job. Then you can do the rest of the process. However, I would check with your dealerships body shop just to make sure of the right way to remove the sealant.
If the car has swirls and scratches would buffing it mess up how well the coating sticks ?
No, buffing is an optional step. The most important part is the prep after it.
Hey Mate, I have the ceramic kit and am
Looking at coating my white Subaru. However I don’t have access to a garage only a carport that is open air (just a shelter). A bit hesitant on applying the coating as I read
Online you need to apply the car coating under 70% humidity ? Did you check this when applying? Also it says try to avoid driving in rain but it’s spring here in New Zealand and the weather is a bit temperamental… Outside of that 48 hours curing time, would my coating be ruined if I drove it in rain?
This is a common problem, and I understand it well. In your case, you should to do a bit of planning for when the humidity is right and the wind/dust is minimal and the forecast itself is optimal. Do your best to find the window of time and environment and it will suit you better than just doing it whenever. If you have to make sacrifices, it is not a HIUGE deal...you might need to reapply a bit sooner down the road, so to speak, but whatever steps you can take to get the surface as pure as you can before application....and then whatever you can do to keep it pure after application...will reduce the need to reapply in the future. Hope this helps.
BTW...I hear New Zealand is quite wonderful. I've always wanted to visit and see for myself. ❤
@@InJasonsGarage Yeap got to try plan it, going to be tough as I got to do all the prep and try polish the car too 😂 after all the cash I spent I should have just got a professional detailer to do it. But I’ll give it my best shot and let you know how I go dude. Yeah - New Zealand 🇳🇿 is very picturesque but expensive 😞. Keep up the good vids!
Love your videos man
Thanks!! Awesome comments like that keep me going!
Vehicle Looks good the GOAT of ceramic coatings is Cquartz UK
Probably. But the Avalon King can be applied to glass. And it's more forgiving in the application process.
Great video! I just wouldn't advise putting the products on the paint!
That’s like saying that you wouldn’t advise people to put shoes on their feet.
What’s the best ipa percent to use? I see it comes in 70% 91% 99%..... does it matter? This is the first time in my life I realized rubbing alcohol came in differing percentages.
It isn’t super important really. All it is for is to dissolve and remove any remaining residue, buildup, oils and general stuff that might prevent the Armor Shield from adhering correctly. Whatever is on the shelf should work.
@@InJasonsGarage awesome thanks for the quick reply!
Can i compound and polish the car before the application? My car has a lot of swirl marks so i want to get the paint as perfect looking before the ceramic coating
Yes, see the 11:42 mark!
Good practical video! Like how you spent the time on the preparation basics, which is the most important part! Thanks for the do it yourself tips!
Thanks! Glad you found it helpful!
Anybody know if you can clean the applicator cloth before it sets hard? I want to reuse it, I still have some Armor Shield left over.
I don't suggest that you try, there might still be some coating that cured in the fabric and might scratch. I would just get some of these: amzn.to/3AlvCXU
@@InJasonsGarage cheers bro!
I want to add 3m clear bra on my car. Do I apply armor shield before or after clear bra
Definitely after. If you apply it before, the 3M won't stick to the surface as well....if at all.
Hi Jason How many bottles(kit) did you use om your truck.
1 bottle covered 2 coats on my paint and I also did the additional items like headlights and taillights and grille area. A vehicle larger than mine might need two bottles.
This is a great video, well done and easy to follow. One question, is it ok to use the product on the shiny clear plastic light covers??? Thank you for the video
Yes, it is perfectly fine to use on headlights.
@@InJasonsGarage THANK YOU
Great video! Thank you for the explanation. Question about the IPA wipe down, did you mix the alcohol with water or just used straight up alcohol to wipe down the surface?
Thanks, glad you found it useful. While I didn't mix it in the past, I started to recently. Check out this article! avalonking.com/blog/how-to-mix-ipa-spray-for-ceramic-coating-prep/
And I was just informed that Avalon King came out with their own blend of IPA prep spray. Hit the link and then the SHOP button on their site.
Jason, I recently put a first coat of Armor Shield IX to my 2019 Mustang and was careful to apply it only to painted surfaces. The car is dark green. I did this prior to watching your video. Thanks to your video I plan on going back and putting it on both the vinyl surfaces and the glass before applying a second coat. My question to you is did I put too little on since I still have a good two thirds of the bottle left? And since it's been a week since I applied the first coat what do I need to do the make sure the surface is clean prior to applying the second coat? By the way, the car only has on 31.5 miles on it. It has been sitting in my garage and has not been driven by me since I purchased it from the dealership in the fall of 2019. It was trailered to my garage from the dealership.
Hey Mark. Here's my thoughts... If you only did one coat on painted surfaces, I don't think you put too little on. Many people think it needs to go on thick, but it is not like good steak sauce on a bad steak...more than needed won't make it any better. 😆😆. If it has been a week since the 1st coat and haven't driven it much (or any) since then, what I would do it mist it with clean water, use a clean microfiber to gently dry it thoroughly (also consider a leaf blower on low setting), and then apply the second coat...which will only cover any spots you might have missed in the 1st coat. Give that a try and let me know how it works out for you. Like I said in this video, you can't really screw it up unless you try. :)
31.5 miles since new? Sounds like something special. Tell me more about it.
@@InJasonsGarage Jason, I truly appreciate your feedback. Will let you know how applying the second coat works out. Oh and yes it's a Bullitt so kind of special. The reason for it not being driven as of yet is two fold. One being pandemic isolation and the other being hip issues.
I use this on my cars and my Fender Precision bass guitar!
It use it on a ton of things.
What do you do for maintenance afterwards? Wash & wax as usual? TYIA
Just wash. Wax will not adhere to it well because the Armor Shield is already filling in the tiny valleys of the paint, and is so slick that wax can't easily get a "bite" into it. I do know that Avalon King has been experimenting with a maintenance spray but I am not sure where they are with it.
Was one bottle enough to do 2 coats of ceramic coating on your truck?
Yes, 1 bottle covered 2 coats on my paint and I also did the additional items like headlights and taillights and grille area. A vehicle larger than mine might need two bottles.
Awesome and extremely well put/simple video. Really appreciate you taking the time out to make a high quality video with you showing how to apply the coating and even going over their instructions 😄👍🏻
Thanks for the nice words! I am glad you found it helpful. 🌞
what do you think of system x products..
Good question. There's a lot of options out there when it comes to ceramic coatings. Sometimes, if I see that I have to fill out a form just to get an idea of the cost (like System X)...there's a good chance it is not for me. I mentioned in my very first video about this (th-cam.com/video/5_hDpIAK7Ns/w-d-xo.html) that it can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars to get ceramic coating done on a car. I thought I'd be smart and start with the affordable option (Armor Shield) that I have seen recommended elsewhere and if it didn't work, I'd use the money back guarantee and step up to something else. I guess I got lucky because that first choice was the right one for me. I have been using Armor Shield for years now and I am very happy with it for my needs and use. I could have spent a couple thousand more dollars (or more) on another product, but I always ask....would it have made my car look a thousands of dollars better? Again, not for my needs and use.
Surgical Spirit is what rubbing sprit is in the UK
Thanks, never knew that before!
What was it exactly what you told the dealer to do when you bought it?
I pretty much ask them what I said in the video. Skp the dealer prep, don't wash it, don't wax it, don't bother to do any of it. I have done this with all of the cars I buy. They think I am weird...and I might be...but I like to do it all myself.
Jason, I have a question. Do you use the iron remover in place of the clay bar. I no intend to use your video as a guide. I have a brand new 2022 GX 460 in caviar. In the past I’ve used Rain-X however if I use this ceramic coating it should last a great deal longer on the glass than Rain-X. I’d appreciate and additional recommendations and/or suggestions. Thanks again.
The iron remove and clay bar do two different things. The iron remover helps with contaminants embedded in your paint. The clay bar helps with contaminants on the surface. So I suggest using both.
It doesn’t matter that it’s a brand new vehicle? Thanks.
@@enriquecarrillo3909 Even if it is a new vehicle, follow the process. There's contaminants added when in transport, rail dust embedded in the paint (if transported by train, for example), dealer prep garbage, etc. that must be removed or the coating will not adhere to the paint well.
Okay, I’ll read the instructions and do both then. Thanks.
ive ordered it ! but!! i don't have a garage! i know it's too risky to put it on but what can i do :(
You can do it outside of a garage. You just have to plan to do it on a nice day with no rain and as little wind (because of dust). I did it that way a couple of years ago... th-cam.com/video/RGuZ-lExmeI/w-d-xo.html
In Jason's Garage thanks J appreciate it
Great review! Do they sell a specific top coat or is there a recommended one? Something along the lines of Carpro Gliss to extend life of the ceramic?
They do not, but I do know they are working on one. A few months ago, they asked me to test an early formula to see what I thought of it.
Hi Jason. I have been watching all of your AvalonKing videos and left this one for the end. I am grateful for all of your content. You got a new subscriber! I do have one question: I have a blue 2021 CR-V that I want to apply Armor Shield. After the "clay" with the mitt, can I go straight into the IPA wipe down or do I need to polish? My concern is to scratch the paint if only doing the clay stage. My paint only has very little and minor scratches so if I can skip clay and polish altogether and go from chemical decontamination to IPA and then Armor Shield I'd rather do that. Thanks again for your content and effort to educate newbies like me!
Glad my videos help you out! Polishing is not a requirement, only if you feel your paint needs it and from the sounds of it, it doesn't. Same goes for clay treatment, if you think the paint is perfect with no sap, grime or contaminants that washing can't remove, then you can skip the clay as well. However, I suggest you still do the clay just in case to ensure that Armor Shield will be able to adhere to the paint optimally. If you are concerned about scratching during the clay treatment, use the same mitt hat I use, be extra careful, and you should be fine.
@@InJasonsGarage thank you for your response. I'll do the clay with your suggested mitt and hopefully that's all O have to do. My car is garage kept so I rarely get any bird droppings or sap. Do you have a link for the mitt where I can buy it and help you out in the process (affiliate link)
@@gvega17 You don't have to use my affiliate links, but I appreciate that you do! :) Everything is in the description, but I will list it here as well:
▬ LINKS TO EVERYTHING I USE AND MENTION IN THIS VIDEO ▬
Armor Shield IX - bit.ly/armorshield (USE CODE JASONSGARAGE25 FOR $25 OFF!)
Griot's Garage Iron and Fallout Remover - amzn.to/3pAcv6C
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Griot’s Garage Wave Scrubber - amzn.to/36AvfKw
Griot’s Garage Fine Surface Prep Mitt - amzn.to/3no9QuL
Griot’s Garage Fast Surface Prep Mitt (for more stubborn contaminant removal) - amzn.to/2H4q3FX
Chemical Guys Big Chubby Microfiber Wash Sponge - amzn.to/35zD1F3
Rubbing Alcohol (IPA) - amzn.to/2ID9yRW
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Great video thanks! Just ordered with your code. What do you use as a topper to maintain and extend the life of the coating?
I just use a standard quick detailer but I know Avalon King is working on a topper so as soon as they come out with one, I will start using it! Otherwise, I would say just use whatever your preference is for now.
Did your factory paint job not need any cut / polish / correction?
It could have probably used but I also think that all factory paint jobs these days can use it. I mentioned it in the in a couple of places, but I wanted to show the basic steps needed to apply ceramic coating in a day or less.
@@InJasonsGarage right on glad you didn't have to do a bunch of correction work that can take days :)
Outstanding video brother 👏 👌
Thanks!
Terrific video. I am looking forward to applying Armor IX to my daily driver. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Let me know how it goes.
Im doing it on a freshly painted car (1 month after letting cure of course) do i really still need these steps?
If it has been driven a lot, I would do all of the steps. If it hasn't been driven much, you can likely skip the clay and fallout remover and just do the wash, IPA wipedown, and then application.
Also body shops mostly use a rotary buffer to “finish” polishing. You should still polish with a random action and some finishing polish to eliminate all the holograms.
How long do you wait before applying the second coat of Avalon king
1 hour minimum, 2 hours to be safe.
Thanks Jason 🙏👍
Thank's for the informative video Jason. Just a quick question I purchased some Armor Sheild yesterday and while reading lots of positive reviews one guy mentioned water spots on his paint.I know you have been using the product for a couple of years, do you still get stubborn water spots when car drys in the sun after rain or god forbid sprinklers.
Good question, Greg. I have done four cars so far. Three of them sat outside 100% of the time. The colors are dark brown, silver and dark blue (see my other vids). And when it rains, it does leave water spots being the dirt and minerals left over after the raindrop dries. Here in Tennessee, it can be sunny and then rains and then is sunny again all in a 30 minute span. So sometimes I do get water spots, but they aren't stubborn. In fact, sometimes it just takes a standard drive to the store or whatever to blow most of the minerals and such off. The rest can be removed with quick detailer...or more rain. :). Short version...I don't think anything can stop water spots from appearing (unless you keep it in a garage)...but Armor Shield seems to do a pretty good job preventing them from embedding. That's the key.
I have it on my blue 2016 hyundai Elantra. We had our first real rain here in Norcal. My car is outside all day. No spots.
I bought 2 kits recently but weather got bad so ill have to apply this in the spring but this was a great video. Thanks!
Better to wait when the conditions are right then to waste the product, time, and effort!
@@InJasonsGarage exactly! That was my thinking lol
A very well produced video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Have you applied it on the windshield and if yes does it affect the wipers eficiency?
Yes, I have and no it doesn't hurt the function of the wipers. In fact, I use my wipers less. Consider it like Rain-X for your paint...that you can also use on glass like Rain-X.
@@InJasonsGarage thanks for answering so fast =D Wasn't expecting that! So wipers don't end up scratching the coat heh?
@@XUltimatomX If they windshield is dirty it will and with enough use, anything can wear away. But it does work similarly to Rain-X from my experience.
Hi Jason, I prepped my car yesterday. I washed, dried, then used a DA polish machine with a product that has compound, and polish in it. Oh, I also clay barred the car. Now the paint is prepped and ready for Armor shield. The problem is, it hasn’t come in yet? What do you recommend, I do before applying Armor shield, when it does come in? Just wash the car, and do an alcohol wipe down? Then I’ll be ready to apply Armor shield, or do I have to start all over again? Thanks. Mr Mark O.👍
Wow...you got ahead of the game on this one. Is the vehicle stored inside or outside? Will it be driven before it Armor Shield applied?
@@InJasonsGarage Yes, it’s my daily driver? No garage. I’m certainly gonna wait till this weather warms up, before I do anything? I live in CT.
@@Ochtane101 OK, depending on how long it is outside and how much you drive it and what conditions you drive it in is going to determine how much effort you will need to put into it. At minimum, yes...wash and alcohol prep. If a few days and you drive it more than a couple of times, I'd do another quick clay bar just to be sure.
@@InJasonsGarage no garage, sorry to say? I wish I had a garage, to apply the ceramic, for obvious reasons? It’s a daily driver. It’s a 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL. I just bought it, a couple months ago?
@@Ochtane101 What is important is that you want the paint surface to be as pristine as possible with no contaminants, grease, sap, water spots, oils, etc. before applying. So how much effort you need to put into it again before applying is going to be determined by what gets on the paint before the application.
How many bottles did it take for you to cover the entire truck? Thanks in advance!
14.
Just kidding, it took one for my truck.
@@InJasonsGarage Oh nice! And approximately how long was the application process?
@@ranayeem It all depends on your skill, the size of the car, etc. You can probably do the basic application in a couple of hours, and the optimal application is 3-5.
Great video nice job......well done!
Thank you very much!
What happens if it gets wet after 24hrs a pop up rain cloud
That all depends on the level of "wet" it gets. 😀. Are we talking a few sprinkles here and there or a lot of rain on most of the vehicle surface?
@@InJasonsGarage a pop up rain shower
@@mikerossi1618 There are a lot of variables. It depends on how much time has passed (how much the coating cured), how wet it got, how much of the coating it impacted. One way to test is to let it fully cure and then do a quick water test to see how it beads and/or sheets. That will hep you determine if you need to do another application.
Great presentation, love the Jasooooooon organized garage
Thanks! I do what I can. See this video: th-cam.com/video/c8KJ_mdlnKU/w-d-xo.html
Can you coat aluminum rims?
Yes. th-cam.com/video/9MAxHbAJYZY/w-d-xo.html
What's the hardness of this ceramic?
9H
@@InJasonsGarage thanks
Thanks
No problem
Can you add it to a wrapped car?
You sure can.
@@InJasonsGarage nice thanks definitely going to add it to my wrapped roof
Nice demonstration!
Thank you! Cheers!
Great video !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks!!
Great video
Thanks!