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      08-17-2013, 01:13 PM   #23
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Where can one buy Opti-coat, I assume you can do it yourself (like waxing)?
Autogeek or detailers domain both sell it. I had mine done professionally using OptiGuard which is a harder more scratch resistant version for pro detailers only.

BTW that pic I posted on the other thread is my opticoated car.
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      08-17-2013, 01:25 PM   #24
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      08-17-2013, 05:15 PM   #25
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I wouldn't bother. Apply it to the non clearbra panels. On the clearbra apply Sonax polymer net shield.

You don't need Opticoat on the clearbra since they have similar properties in terms of water repellency. Opticoat would diminish the self healing feature of your film.

BTW the best self healing film now is Suntek PPF-C. Used it for a year now and it seems to heal better and faster than Xpel.
i dont think suntek was out when i got mine done, but the xpel has been excellent

i havent used a Dual action on it yet, just been using meguiars nxt 2 by hand which works well.

who does opticoat or guard (whats the difference) in orange, ca?
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I wouldn't bother. Apply it to the non clearbra panels. On the clearbra apply Sonax polymer net shield.

You don't need Opticoat on the clearbra since they have similar properties in terms of water repellency. Opticoat would diminish the self healing feature of your film.

BTW the best self healing film now is Suntek PPF-C. Used it for a year now and it seems to heal better and faster than Xpel.
i dont think suntek was out when i got mine done, but the xpel has been excellent

i havent used a Dual action on it yet, just been using meguiars nxt 2 by hand which works well.

who does opticoat or guard (whats the difference) in orange, ca?
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      08-17-2013, 06:32 PM   #28
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      09-02-2013, 12:55 AM   #29
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is the opticoat pro worth it for an extra hundred dollars? or just the standard opti coat
the detailing service says there is a five year warranty with it
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I believe pro used to be a thicker version that could be sprayed on and had a different set time. I have seen many a post talking about how its better (by people who have bought it), but have seen no comparison or proof on any car or detailing blog.

The current version that is out is opti-coat 2.0. I have it on my 3 series, and after watching the guy put it on, I will be putting it on myself on my M5 (im actually debating taking it and putting it on in the Welt parking garage...)

Here's a good source or two to see how to put in on and read reviews:

http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums/...ion-guide.html

http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-coat.html

just remember its thicker than other similar products like CQuartz, and it has almost a tacky feel to it, especially for the first couple weeks. Im a big optimum products fan, and I top mine with their optimum spray wax or optimum quick detailer...
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      09-07-2013, 11:06 PM   #31
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i got my rims opti coated too
makes cleanup easy with a hose only
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I guess it depends how particular you are with your vehicle, if you intend to apply the (permanent) coating yourself. If the vehicle is not properly washed/decontaminated/polished to remove all previous tar/fallout/washed-induced swirls then all you're doing is locking all those defects under the coating, for everyone to see.

The vehicle should be properly detailed before applying any kind of coating. Most people don't realize how good their car can look after being cleaned by a professional, coming straight off the showroom floor is not the best a vehicle can look, I promise.

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I guess it depends how particular you are with your vehicle, if you intend to apply the (permanent) coating yourself. If the vehicle is not properly washed/decontaminated/polished to remove all previous tar/fallout/washed-induced swirls then all you're doing is locking all those defects under the coating, for everyone to see.

The vehicle should be properly detailed before applying any kind of coating. Most people don't realize how good their car can look after being cleaned by a professional, coming straight off the showroom floor is not the best a vehicle can look, I promise.

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This is what I use to prevent water spots on my opti coat: http://www.autogeek.net/deluxe-filter-system.html

Also use opti clean and opti quick detail.

Just put the new opti glass on but not enough experience in rain to give a verdict. Little bottle appears to be able to do 3-4 windshields: http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-glass-coating.html
I have had Opti glass pro put on my windshield. I have have not been too impressed .

It works great for a week and then... Well stops doing it's job. My installer is getting a new batch from Opti to see of it's a bad bottle. It may also be my glass foam clearer that is taking it off. I am going to try to not clean the glass for a while and see what happens after it's reapplied.
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I have had Opti glass pro put on my windshield. I have have not been too impressed .

It works great for a week and then... Well stops doing it's job. My installer is getting a new batch from Opti to see of it's a bad bottle. It may also be my glass foam clearer that is taking it off. I am going to try to not clean the glass for a while and see what happens after it's reapplied.
that's kind of weird. i'm assuming this is on your front windshield? how are the other windows holding up?
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don't know. It rained the day after he applied it to the windshield. I did not need to use the wipers at all above 50mph. Now rain just sticks like it did before and i have to use the wipers even at 70mph. I have not really compared it to the other windows .
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Ok so I got opti coat on my car - spring is nearly here so what is best to use to make the opti coat really shine?
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Ok so I got opti coat on my car - spring is nearly here so what is best to use to make the opti coat really shine?
Just a good wash and some detail pref without wax.
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Just a good wash and some detail pref without wax.
I thought there was something in particular people used specifically to make Opti really shine. Was it SONAX?
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I thought there was something in particular people used specifically to make Opti really shine. Was it SONAX?
Sonax Polymer Net Shield is what you're thinking and yes - I've read that too. I even have some but was waiting for Winter to get the frick outta here before I applied it over the Opti.
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patrick23 I have I bottle but I have not tried it on the Opti yet. I think @stealth has used on his old car. Maybe he will chime in.

Lots of good reviews on the Net Shield.
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Yea I think Stealth mentioned that one - I went ahead and ordered some Optimum Shine and quick detailer last night, see how that works.
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I wouldn't bother. Apply it to the non clearbra panels. On the clearbra apply Sonax polymer net shield.

You don't need Opticoat on the clearbra since they have similar properties in terms of water repellency. Opticoat would diminish the self healing feature of your film.

BTW the best self healing film now is Suntek PPF-C. Used it for a year now and it seems to heal better and faster than Xpel.
After many clear bra installations with Opti-Coat Pro as well as CQuartz Finest applied over the clear bra I can say there will not be issues with the self healing attributes under normal care/conditions.

On a similar note, I have become a much bigger fan of CQuartz Finest and Modesta coatings. Next time to come my way I will advise one of those two coatings. I think you will be in LOVE in Modesta BC-05 on your paint(not the current m5 paint of course ).
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After many clear bra installations with Opti-Coat Pro as well as CQuartz Finest applied over the clear bra I can say there will not be issues with the self healing attributes under normal care/conditions.

On a similar note, I have become a much bigger fan of CQuartz Finest and Modesta coatings. Next time to come my way I will advise one of those two coatings. I think you will be in LOVE in Modesta BC-05 on your paint(not the current m5 paint of course ).
I'm a Matte fanatic now. When I get the 911 C4S this summer, I am going to have it matte clear wrapped.

I do agree with you on CQuartz Finest and Modesta though. I think that's why I was never as impressed with Opticoat because I had 4 coats of CQuartz on my 550i.
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