Opti-coat 2.0

Rocket

Rocket

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I attempted to use Opticoat for the first time this evening. I wanted to get a feel for it before I do a car so I tested it on a wheel. I used the foam applicator and followed the directions. I watched the video that Chris posted too. I wanted to make sure I didn't use too much and waste a bunch of product but I wonder if I used enough.

I have some questions now:

1. How can I tell where I coated and when I need to add more to the applicator?

2. What do I need to do if I miss a spot?
 
The foam applicator will squeak and not glide when you need a little more. I've been putting it on in circles like a wax lately and that helps reduce high spots and ensure even coverage. See if that keeps you from missing spots.
 
Thanks Chris. I did one wheel this evening and I looked all over and didn't find any high spots, maybe I didn't use enough product (that's a first).

I'll do another wheel tomorrow and try the circle application. I will probably need to apply more product too. If I notice that I missed spots on the first wheel can I just apply more product to fill in or will I need to "scuff" the wheel with some polish before applying?
 
Rocket said:
Thanks Chris. I did one wheel this evening and I looked all over and didn't find any high spots, maybe I didn't use enough product (that's a first).

I'll do another wheel tomorrow and try the circle application. I will probably need to apply more product too. If I notice that I missed spots on the first wheel can I just apply more product to fill in or will I need to "scuff" the wheel with some polish before applying?
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If you notice high-spots, thats a bad thing! No high spots is a good thing.

Apply it in overlapping passes. It will 'melt' into the paint almost immediately, so just take your time and be accurate.

My experience would be that you can just 'add' it to any bare spots with out 'scuffing/polisihg'.
 
Thanks for the reply Todd. It was easy to apply and I know I coated the barrel of the wheel with a good coat but the front face of the spokes is where I question myself.

I wish OC came in a different container but I understand the reason behind the syringe
 
Can you actually see and feel high/low spots? This is something Im going to be offering clients very soon, and don't really know what to expect as far as things like this situation goes.

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From what I could tell:

When you apply it you can see streaks (for lack of a better word) where you applied but they go away after a few seconds. Those streaks are the high spots from what I gather. If you apply OC heavy some of the streaks will remain and will need to be buffed down with a towel or go back over with the applicator to level it out or it will cure like that. Not sure if you can feel them though since I didn't have any.
 
Here are a couple of examples of what a "high/thick" spot looks like. You can use a finish polish or poliseal to remove this. While this looks like it should wipe off, these were allowed to dry and would not budge without polishing.
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I see what you mean and thanks for the example. So polishing will remove places like this, does that mean polishing will remove the coating? If not, what will?
 
Just go over it for a pass or two...just enough to clear the haze. As long as you don't get too aggressive you won't have to reapply. Basically, use an AIO or finish on a finishing pad to clean up the spots. But if you're trying to remove it you'd step up to polish II or Hyper polish on a cutting pad.
 
I was thinking about trying this product myself. I was reading reviews on another forum (sorry) and I noticed a comment about "to be used by experienced detailers only." I figured that this was highlighted by the above example. I take it that the streaking can be limited by an even application followed by immediate removal with a MF towel?

I've been out of the detailing game for quite a while. Back when I started (1984 or so) sealants were more of a dealer-added profit scheme and thought of as taboo by detailers. Back then, nothing beat a good coat of carnuba wax. Technology has come a long way and I'm really considering a sealant for my one new car that lives outside here in Michigan.

Chris, what tips would you have for a first-timer using 2.0 for a trouble-free application?

Thanks!
 
I know you are asking Chris but I'll give my .02 too since my name is Chris also. It really isn't hard at all to apply. If you can apply wax then you can do this. Don't let the pics and talk of high spots discourage you. It's no hard and if you apply sparingly it shouldn't be a problem. If you do have a high spot it can easily be fixed
 
great replies. i love this stuff and have done 6 vehicles or so. i found for myself that i was a little too stingy at first. now is use a little more than i think is necessary which is still a very low amount and make damn sure to get it in fully. i use circles to start and then finish with some straight lines to make sure its perfect. if i have any doubt (this stuff is all but invisible to my old eyes) i simply just rub lightly with my medium microfiber and bingo perfect. putting permanon over this is simply amazing.
 
Thanks Rocket. I think that I'll give it try in the spring...hopefully the 845 I just applied will make it through the winter.
 
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