Annual detail with Opti-Coat 2.0...is this okay?

[Rob4092xx]

I have a Hummer H3 and Ford Expedition...both silver.


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I live in Phoenix where the temperatures reach 120 degrees`in the summer.` The direct sun is even worse!


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I really enjoy keeping my cars looking new and have always waxed them every three months.` This keeps them in tip-top-shape and the paint looking like new!` However, I am getting older and getting tired of all this work!


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I have decided to go with the below detail process once per year in lieu of regular waxing.` What are everyone`s thoughts?


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Once per year:


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*` Polish with Orbital Buffer and Foam Pad.


*` Wipe down with 50/50 Rubbing Alcohol/Water.


*` Application of Opti-Coat 2.0.


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I realize Opti-Coat 2.0 can last up to two years but I am not sure anything can survive in this heat and sun for two years!` Can I expect my cars to continue to look like new with the above process once per year?


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Thanks!!!!!

[C. Charles Hahn]

You`ll want to add a clay/decon process in there, but as long as you`re following a proper wash and maintenance schedule that should be just fine as a way to keep your vehicles in good shape.

[Alfisti]

OC should last up to 10 years, if not longer, if the prep is right.

[Scottwax]

OC should last up to 10 years, if not longer, if the prep is right.



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+1


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I have OC 2.0 on my own car, it sits outside 24/7 and while the Dallas area isn`t Phoenix hot (I grew up in Phoenix, I know what its like), we are regularly over 100 degrees in the summer, plus we get more rain and occasionally snow and ice.`


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Unless you are swirling the coating with whatever your wash technique is, there really isn`t a pressing need to redo the car with OC 2.0 every year.`