Episode 5: I Got My Truck Ceramic Coated - Watch the 8-Hour Job in Under 15 Minutes! 

vehicles are NOT investments, they are pure expenses!

@@karmendimas5274 while I generally agree with you the post-COVID market has sort of bucked that trend. But regardless, I'm not only referring to resale value but the enjoyment of actually protecting the paint on a $30,000 truck and having it still look great even after many years.

Ty for the video 😊 also I'm a huge amsoil fan and the first thing I noticed is the amsoil banner in the background...

Thank you!

Thanks for being such a good sport about having me over your shoulder all day. I appreciate the time and care you took in making my new truck look so great!

Thanks man. I thought when he was done it looked almost as good as your truck! ;-)

Thank you sir!

Congratulations!

Cactus Gray is the best!!! I would definitely recommend a coating. It's amazing how good it looks and how easy it makes it to keep the truck looking great with regular maintenance washes. Make sure to use a certified and experienced local installer with a good reputation.

I will be going to zeibart for rust proofing and ceramic coating

Thank you!

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I mean, you don't HAVE to cut/polish before application. However, no good detailer is going to tell you to do so without it. Even if your truck just came from the factory to the detailer, I guarantee your paint is not in "factory" condition. It rode on rail cars, sat in lots, was driven a little bit and probably washed at the dealer before you picked it up. There are most certainly some small scratches and other imperfections on your clear coat that need to be corrected. If you coat the vehicle without doing that, you are "locking them in" below what is essentially a sheet of glass. As for your second question, after the coating has worn out, you'd simply use a cut/polish to remove what remains, get the paint looking perfect again and recoat. Obviously, the life of any coating depends on environmental conditions and how well the owner maintains it with regular washes and care with quick detailing spray at home.

$1,000 more or less depending on condition of your paint (for correction) and coating you choose.

I'm not aware of any ceramic coatings for the exhaust system. My guess is that the high temperatures would significantly degrade the effectiveness. You might be able to use a high-temperature paint to protect the exhaust, but I am not an expert in this area.

Wow, thanks!

Nice work but my brother has a good friend that works for zeibart and he is going to give me a good deal on rust proofing and ceramic coating when I get my maverick also their ceramic coatings and rustproofing lasts 10 years but you have to take the truck or car back once a year for a touch up on both its not much for a once a year touch up

Yes but a coating and proper maintenance will really help protect your paint and make it MUCH easier to clean after those off-road excursions.

@@themaverickhntr I appreciate the feedback man! Thank you! I’ll definitely research some detail shops around my area and get some quotes.

It really depends on the condition of your paint going in, and what coating you choose. If your vehicle is relatively new and the paint is in gret shape, the detailer will not need to spend much time polishing out swirls, scratches, marring, etc. So, that makes the job easier and cheaper. If your vehicle is in rough shape, the detailer may have to spend 4-5 hours polishing with different compounds until the paint condition is restored as close to perfect as possible. The other consideration is the ceramic coating you choose. A 1-year or 3-year coating is going to be more affordable than a 5-year or 7-year coating. That said, you should expect $600-$1,000 or more, depending on your area and your particular product. I've also noticed that if you live in a rural area like I do, the prices of things is more reasonable than it is in NYC or LA, for example.

It’s definitely something to consider if you want to keep the truck looking it’s best for many years.

@@themaverickhntr especially if the paint quality isn't great. Sure looks better

IGL Ecoclean Blizzard car wash shampoo was used for the foam bath and wipe down. Prior to that, IGL iron fallout remover was used on the paint and wheels to decontamiate. Other than that, the only products used were the polishing compounds and IGL ceramic sealants. He has a whole shelf full of various polishing compounds. I honestly can't remember which ones he used. As for the IGL stuff, you can find all about it on their website here: iglcoatings.com/products/ecoclean-blizzard

I bought custom emblem overlay decals on Etsy. They are available in your choice of color combos. I went with a matte black background and light gray Ford lettering. Then to eliminate the remaining chrome around the edges I bought a set of black plastic ABS chrome delete overlays. Just search on Amazon you’ll find them.

Well, TBH, a detailer will tell you NEVER to go to car washes with brushes period! Those brushes scratch the snot out of your clear coat. You don't want that. So no, I will never use a brush on my truck; just a microfiber mitt like in the video. The coating makes the truck super easy to clean because stuff doesn't stick to it very well.

@@themaverickhntr What about "Touchless" car washes?

@@stevemauch4133 might be ok but I wouldn't trust them on the regular. What kind of chemicals are they using? Is the water clean? Too many questions for me personally.

Because it's semi-permanently attached with double-sided 3M automotive adhesive tape. I mean, it's never coming off so I am not sure I understand.

@@themaverickhntr ah I see! that makes sense. Most of the wind deflectors I've seen screw in under the hood.

@@mightymuskrat yeah, the one I installed on my wife's Outlander is like that. And there is one for the Maverick like that too, but I looked at it and I didn't think it looked as good. So, I went with this one, which incidentally is the "official" Ford accessory. It just comes with double-sided tape on it, and you just peel off the other side and stick it down onto the hood.

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@@themaverickhntr thx

I'm looking forward to that!

FORD OEM Aeroskin protector.

Not sure. It's my detailer's. But I bought an inexpensive one off Amazon and it works great I think it cost me about $15.

You can expect to pay roughly a grand for a 5-year coating from a certified installer. Prices vary greatly by area, quality of installer and quality of product applied. Check around and see what's available in your area.

Was not necessary as truck was brand new. Went straight from the decontamination and wash to polishing. My installer did evaluate the paint for any debris but said it was very smooth and so there was no need for clay bar which does cause some minor marring.

About $1,000, but keep in mind coating prices will vary by location and product. In this case, the 5-year coating is the top-of-the-line product from this installer. I could have gotten a 2-year coating for several hundred less. In larger urban areas, you might pay $1,500 for the same job. Best bet, if you are interested in options, is to reach out to some well-reviewed detailers in your area and compare your options.

Coatings are very affordable! I install them all the time! We also don’t live in a super high income area so I definitely feel like it’s something most can afford!

Yeah, I know in big cities people are paying $2,000 and $3,000 for these coatings, which I think is insane! If you find a good installer in your area, explain your situation and you might be surprised at how affordable you can get a 2- or 3-year coating. Its also worth noting that while this video was on ceramic coatings, there are a lot of really good wax products out there that provide nice protection and look great. They won't last nearly as long as a ceramic, but you can get them for a fraction of the cost. The important thing is to put some protection on that paint!

@@themaverickhntr so very true. Well said!

LOL. Thanks!

Get it redone.

Sorry to hear of your negative experience with your dealer.