Going to try my first paint coating..got a few questions of course.

[FreakyNorm]

I have a 2015 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 in Phantom Black. A few months back I did a full detail on it and it`s holding up nicely but I wanted to give it a good paint coating before winter hits.

I ordered a Mckee`s Paint Coating kit that comes with the new Sio2 wash, Xtreme Iron remover and the coating itself. I also picked up their prep polish as well.

So I will do a wash, iron remover, clay bar it, do a few spot touch ups, then do the prep polish followed by the coating. I also got some Hydro Blue to top over the coating once it fully cures. Does that sound like a solid plan?

I also have 3M Clear Bra installed on the front and some other spots. Can the coating be applied to that as well? What about the chrome trim? I`ve never used/done any coatings before and I want to make sure I do it all right. Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks!

[The Guz]

Sounds like a solid plan. You don`t have to use hydro blue right away. I would think using it monthly would be good enough maintenance.

You can coat over any of the surfaces you mentioned.

I would recommend using the iron remover prior to washing it. This way you won`t dilute the product. I believe Nick mentioned in the video for it that it can be used in the sun. Other than that you are good to go.

[pdqgp]

Looking forward to seeing the results!

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[FreakyNorm]

I am excited to try it out. So with this coating, I wouldn`t use a glaze like PB Black Hole, right? Just prep the paint and apply the coating?

[BudgetPlan1]

I am excited to try it out. So with this coating, I wouldn`t use a glaze like PB Black Hole, right? Just prep the paint and apply the coating?

Nope, no glaze...coatings like bare paint; no wax, no glaze no polish residue...squeaky clean is the way to go.

[Dan]

Nope, no glaze...coatings like bare paint; no wax, no glaze no polish residue...squeaky clean is the way to go.

Exactly, in fact you`ll need to use something to strip those oils and other things left behind by a polish.

[FreakyNorm]

I am going to use the McKee`s Coating Prep Polish McKee`s 37 Coating Prep Polish (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/coating-prep-polish.html#.Wbholk2Wyzk)

Would I just use a white pad to apply this?

[BudgetPlan1]

Lake Country white polishing pad would be fine.


For machine application, set the polisher to medium speed and apply a nickle-sized amount to a foam polishing pad. Thoroughly work the product into the surface and remove residue with a microfiber towel.

[FreakyNorm]

Cool. I have white hex-logic pads from CG, so I am guessing they are similar.

[FreakyNorm]

I got it all finished up today. Perfect weather for it too. A nice breezy 75°F. I did all the prep work first of course. I washed with Mckee`s Sio2 wash, decontaminated with their Xtreme Iron Remover, clayed, and then did some touch up polishing to remove some marring and swirls. Then used Mckee`s Coating Prep Polish to get the paint nice and clean. Finally on to the last step. It was very easy. It applied very smoothly, you can easily see where you`ve applied it to and make sure you have adequate coverage on each panel.

It buffed out easily as well. No problems with high spots or streaking at all. Now it`s out there curing and then after a few days I will hit it with the Hydro Blue Sio2 coating.

The paint coating itself gives a very nice glossy look to the car. I read other people saying it has a bit of a darkening effect on their paint. I could tell this too when doing a 50/50 on a panel. Since my car is Phantom Black, the added darkness makes it look even deeper and rich. I can see why people with light colored cars may not want to use this coating.

They claim 2 years worth of protection with proper care and optimal conditions. I am guessing by refreshing the coating with Hydro Blue it might last a year, I would really be amazed to see 2 years of full protection. For the money and ease of use though, it seems to be a good product.


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[BudgetPlan1]

Looks great!

Your gonna love coatings; now your black car will stay cleaner for more than 5 minutes after washing. You`ll get at least a good 20 minutes now...unless the neighbor decides to blow leaves.

[The Guz]

Looks great.

I don`t think you need hydro blue so soon. I would wait a few weeks before using it.

[FreakyNorm]

Is a QD like Poorboy`s or CG V7 ok to use to remove water spotting?

[PA DETAILER]

Looks fantastic! As some point you may want to try their new Trademark extender spray wax. Perfect to maintain the coating and use as a drying aid.

McKee`s 37 Trademark Extender Spray Wax (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/mckees-trademark-extender-wax.html#.WcqJfLpFxjo)

BTW You are going to love Hydro Blue!

[BudgetPlan1]

Is a spray wax like this the best thing to use over a ceramic coating? Is it an SiO2 product?


Looks fantastic! As some point you may want to try their new Trademark extender spray wax. Perfect to maintain the coating and use as a drying aid.

McKee`s 37 Trademark Extender Spray Wax (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/mckees-trademark-extender-wax.html#.WcqJfLpFxjo)

BTW You are going to love Hydro Blue!