09-19-2020, 08:49 PM
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I just spent 40 hours buffing polishing and used Adams ceramic coating. My paint still is not perfect but it’s a 2016 with HEAVY HEAVY Pin striping and this vehicle is not babies.. I did it hopefully to make it easier to wash after adventures. The paint feels “hard” to the touch which is great. I would not pay to have it done myself but I think it’s worth the effort
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09-20-2020, 11:34 PM
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OK, I should have mentioned that this 3 year (coating) job I am looking at having installed on my 2020 along with the front windshield will be around $700. The coat is FEYNLAB and from what I have seen and researched it is tops.
I know the folks at the spa that will do it.
Prior to trading my 07 4Runner, they detailed the exterior, and did a super job! SO, the quality is there, as I am still trying to see if it is worth it. The 4runner being brand new, I would think the benefits would outweigh the cons when it comes to getting this done........
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Ending up going with the Feynlab on my truck and so far very happy with the results.
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09-21-2020, 06:58 AM
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Ending up going with the Feynlab on my truck and so far very happy with the results.
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How long has it been since you had it done? I am glad you replied. I didn't think anyone else had heard of the Feynlab........
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09-21-2020, 07:26 AM
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To me a ceramic coat makes sense for supercars/showcars... My buddy started using the spray on Meguiar's wax in the blue bottle. Its "ceramic" coat but holy cow its impressive for a non-professional application. First time requires wiping it on by hand, and after that it just requires a spray on before doing the final rinse.
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09-21-2020, 08:20 AM
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I'd coat any car I have that has nice paint. A bottle of c quartz is 60 to 80 bucks and once applied lasts a few years. Water still runs off after 2 years on me I'll 4runner before I traded it in. Good prep is key. If your getting a new ride, do it ASAP.
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09-22-2020, 12:34 PM
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How long has it been since you had it done? I am glad you replied. I didn't think anyone else had heard of the Feynlab........
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Its been since July! Luckily the installer is a vendor of ours and helped out on the price a bit. I have been using the Carpro Reload after washes but found that Feynlab also makes a detailer spray. The Feynlab spray is a bit easier to wipe off and will probably end up using that after all washes now.
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10-02-2020, 06:34 PM
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Its been since July! Luckily the installer is a vendor of ours and helped out on the price a bit. I have been using the Carpro Reload after washes but found that Feynlab also makes a detailer spray. The Feynlab spray is a bit easier to wipe off and will probably end up using that after all washes now.
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I just got done with a full FEYNLAB job complete! I am very happy, and am glad I didn't listen to any of the saps on here that thought it was a waste of money. In the long run, I think it is going to be very beneficial.
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10-02-2020, 07:18 PM
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I just got done with a full FEYNLAB job complete! I am very happy, and am glad I didn't listen to any of the saps on here that thought it was a waste of money. In the long run, I think it is going to be very beneficial.
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Pics and cost?
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10-02-2020, 09:32 PM
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Pics and cost?
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For some reason I can't download any photos on this forum!
I have tried and tried.
The vehicle being white is hard to see the great quality of the ceramcoat completed. I will try to load again on my laptop and upgrade....
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10-03-2020, 12:10 AM
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For some reason I can't download any photos on this forum!
I have tried and tried.
The vehicle being white is hard to see the great quality of the ceramcoat completed. I will try to load again on my laptop and upgrade....
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One possibility: if you took pics with your phone with the live mode on they will not download. You need to take the live mode off.
Anyway, glad to here you got it done. White has a paint problem as do most of the other colors, so, this should make it stand up better to the elements.
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10-03-2020, 09:04 AM
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I think I got pics downloaded, but they look really funky..........
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10-04-2020, 09:54 AM
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I have ceramic coated my last 2 4Runners, a 2018 Nautical Blue and a 2020 Blizzard Pearl. I used the same detailer and he's a CQuartz Finest Reserve installer. I know there have been some dissenters but I think it is worth it. I also got a pretty good deal on the cost since I've had a relationship with this guy.
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10-04-2020, 09:47 PM
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I have ceramic coated my last 2 4Runners, a 2018 Nauticadl Blue and a 2020 Blizzard Pearl. I used the same detailer and he's a CQuartz Finest Reserve installer. I know there have been some dissenters but I think it is worth it. I also got a pretty good deal on the cost since I've had a relationship with this guy.
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I am looking for a good microfiber drying towel. I got my eyes on a set of 3 on amazon. Just trying to keep up the appearance years down the road.
Also trying to get an idea on spray on maintenance. It ain't cheap I know, but in the long run I am sure this will pay off.
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10-04-2020, 10:33 PM
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I am looking for a good microfiber drying towel. I got my eyes on a set of 3 on amazon. Just trying to keep up the appearance years down the road.
Also trying to get an idea on spray on maintenance. It ain't cheap I know, but in the long run I am sure this will pay off.
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These are unbelievable. It's all I use now..bought 4 sets
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10-05-2020, 06:07 AM
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We bought a 2011 4runner limited in very very good shape . Worst thing ....there are several small dings n dents that my body guy is gonna have pulled with dentless repair.
I already purchased a ceramic kit from Adams n plan on applying it after it comes back from the shop.
I did ask my body guy about his opinion on ceramic coating...he stated....if you have flawless vette,Lamborghini or such...he'd do it. The biggest reason he didn't recommend it was....if you need future body work done...its a bear to get paint to adhere since the ceramic coat fills in the pores so well...
I still think I'm going to apply it when it's all said n done....
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