Clean By Pan The Organizer Ceramic Coating 3 month Performance Update | Best Ceramic Coating | BMWX5

[@FineDetailingAZ]

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[@PanTheOrganizer]

Good job with the update Ryan! Glad to see the CLEAN By Pan 8-year ceramic coating is living up to your expectations. Those hydrophobics are absolutely wild!! It never gets old watching nice water behaviour after a proper wash.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@PanTheOrganizer thanks for watching, Pan. I have a smile on my face every week when I wash it!

[@DanielC.959]

I have this coating on my Audi S3 and it’s black and I absolutely love it. I am also three months in. The gloss, slickness and hydrophobicity is off the charts for me.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@DanielC.959 love it! Thanks for watching

[@RhinestoneRhino]

Brother, your neighbors must love it every time you bring foam to the streets haha. My neighbors always gives me the look.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@RhinestoneRhino haha I have a long driveway most of the time is stays in my driveway and evaporates. I had one neighbor ask if I was painting my car white though lol

[@RhinestoneRhino]

@ haha! I assume they are not weekend warriors.

[@improvedgarage]

Every time I watch one of your videos I’m surprised you don’t have more subs. Your content is great.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@improvedgarage thanks Jeff! I only started my channel mid last year so hopefully they will come. Just upgraded my camera too.

[@TheHouseofRags]

Epic wash Ryan! Pan’s coating is slicker than a snicker! 💯

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@TheHouseofRags thanks! Appreciate you checking it out. Totally agree!

[@michaeljaramillo3285]

Jaime??? :)

[@dennisrothschild8550]

I bought the whole line to to my car. I used the clean wax with his two pads to pint correct so easy. Placed the same 8 yr coating and was totally blown away with it so far.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@dennisrothschild8550 love to hear it, Dennis! Thanks for checking out my channel. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t!

[@ConwayLStevens]

Great Video Ryan. Having put the Clean 8 year on several vehicles now my own and customers . I love the hydrophobicity and how super slick it feels. The gloss when clean even has that added pop. ADS Glass V2 is also a rockstar. Thanks for the Update

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks Conway! Agreed both are stellar!

[@SoCleenDetailing]

Love the shirt! Awesome video Ryan! FD10 🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@SoCleenDetailing thanks Eileen! Got save em all!

[@BobBohner4851]

I installed pans 3 yr and it was so easy I put hired 8yr on y second new car. Prepping ids a bear at age 80 but putting on his ceramic coating was 20x easier than any wax or sealant I’ve ever used. I love the shine and sickness. I am also static removing snow and ice is like someone heated up the metals cause it just comes off the metal and the windshield. After reading how hard it is to put ceramic coating on I’m so happy I waited till pan got it all figured out. Great vids

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@BobBohner4851 great to hear! His coating is very easy to install.

[@ChingyBlingy]

She’s glossy bro!! Looks amazing

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@ChingyBlingy thank you! I’m very happy with it

[@EzsDad]

Love it bro so slick so clean. I’ll try it once warms up here.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@EzsDad love it! You’ll enjoy it for sure

[@TTTTTTT-F95]

Great video as always, Ryan. I used Pan’s 8 year on my Mom’s new car as a trial. Needless to say, I stripped off my perfectly fine CQuartz UK 3.0 after one year being I was so impressed with it. It was the multiple post-wash slickness that flipped me. I’m not saying it’s the best out there, but it’s the best I have used thus far. By the way, loving those Proslat cabinets!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks so much! I still need to try car pro coatings

[@djmayoADS]

Excellent video man!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks brother!

[@drive2siva]

Great update Ryan. I got the same Pan’s 8 yr coating and ADS glass coating V2. I have applied ADS glass coating V2 after ur video and it is working great so far. I am waiting for spring to apply pan’s coating since we have had brutal snows here in Colorado recently.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

So glad you found it helpful. I've been loving ADS glass. You're going to love Pan's coating.

[@wescat2]

Great video Ryan! Pan's coating looks legit. As for the ADS sprayers. I must have all V1s. Every single one leaks and never stays primed. They sent me one of the updated ones and it was much better.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks Wes! Interesting I didn't know there are V1's. All the ones I have are excellent. I ordered extras.

[@wescat2]

@FineDetailingAZ This was very early on. Bradley told me oddly enough they had to source some from the US and they were the problem sprayers.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ ahh gotcha

[@wescat2]

@@FineDetailingAZ But the new one's are great for sure. I still love my Tolcos, but ADS' spray pattern and triggers are fantastic for sure.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ I’m probably just have recency bias as o had 2 tolcos recently brake.

[@79blustone]

I'm lovin the Marolex pump sprayer too. If you pump it until the pressure relief valve opens around 20 pumps it'll come out faster and work around the whole car. I'm looking forward to spring when the temperatures rise enough to install the 8 year also. 👍

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@79blustone it’s so effortless and lasts soooo much longer. Would be great if they added a schrader valve

[@79blustone]

@FineDetailingAZ Yes! That would be better! I don't think they foam sprayer from Marolex is as good as the IK though. I believe IK latest version foams very well. I've not got one of those yet! Maybe that's another video? 👍

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ for sure! I’ll get the e foamer when it comes out

[@TheHitmann069]

Thanks for the update. Look forward to the next one. 👍🏻

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks so much! I'll keep them coming.

[@CJ_Detailing]

Great update. I also have Pan’s 8 year installed on my truck and it’s been doing well for the past two months. Thanks!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@CJ_Detailing thanks CJ! I think he knocked it out of the park. The slickness is amazing.

[@willsridecare]

Thanks for the update Ryan! That's pretty crazy how much it's left after applying on 2 cars and the water beading looks amazing! Those bronze 22" HREs look sweet my man! Good taste💯

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@willsridecare thanks will! Agreed this goes a long way. Great value if it’s not over applied

[@NeilJohn-the-washer]

Splendid update, thank you for sharing.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@NeilJohn-the-washer thanks Neil! Appreciate your support

[@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails]

I love updates! Yea that soap from Pan is 🔥

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks Becca!

[@AdamosGarage]

Great video & update Ryan! Looks like amazing slickness and water behavior, even on the side window! Gotta hang on to that drying towel! Lol Looking forward to longer term updates! 👊🏼

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks Adamo! I don't have the brutal Canadian winter to test it on but hopefully this helps some.

[@AdamosGarage]

@@FineDetailingAZ Absolutely! You’re more than welcome anytime if you want to experience it!! Door is always open…and I have extra shovels! Lolol

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@AdamosGarage haha on my way 🤣

[@AdamosGarage]

@@FineDetailingAZ coffee’s on!! I don’t know how I missed the wheels!! 😍🔥

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ thanks brother!

[@swaymobiledetailing]

Great video! I can’t wait till I use these products myself!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@swaymobiledetailing thanks! I’ve been super impressed.

[@CleanerCars]

Primus 1:10 on paint is aggressive😂 I haven’t had good luck with the ADS sprayers. They’ve broken pretty quickly for me, I end up swapping them for tolcos. Coating and car look amazing!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@CleanerCars for sure! I wanted to ensure I removed the silicon based topper I used so when a little stronger. I heard ADS sprayers had issues a while back but they have updated them since. They are the same style as labo.

[@haroldcottam8174]

Great video. If Pans shampoo dries on the car is that a problem?

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@haroldcottam8174 thanks! It isn’t from what I’ve seen just rinses right off. They advertise it as sun safe. I saw another KZbinr let it dry on the panel then come back and just rinse it off. It was only a few minutes but it came right off.

[@jfarm_1311]

Very nice update. Being new to this I’ve decided in my own mind all coatings are 3 years max in the real world. At that point it will probably be due for an enhancement anyway. Love the color combo!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks! That's a good mindset. Will most likely need a polish at that point anyways.

[@Detailing_SS]

How many miles have you driven with the coating? Does your car get stored inside or outside during the day or just at night? Great video look forward to seeing more amazing content!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@Detailing_SS thanks! Car is sub 1k miles and it lives in the garage. I tried to call out I don’t have much rough weather where I’m at so it’s not a true torture test but wanted to still share my experience

[@Detailing_SS]

@@FineDetailingAZ I see you said it stays in garage near end of video. I have the 2 layer “5 year” coating from Gtechniq Exov5 and CSL stack on my Mustang. I have had it on for 8 months garage kept but I have 13k miles on it and I would wash it 1-2 times a week depending on how dirty it got. Only have driven the car for 6.5 months since it is winter in Indiana. But I did do some testing and beating the crap out of the coating with some high and low ph cleaners and it still is holding on well but did notice a little drop in performance so I don’t think it will last but maybe 2 more years tops. I have stopped using PH 2 and 14 cleaners on it after doing it 5-6 times. I am only using PH 3-10 now since I don’t want to take the coating off just yet. Since it is rated for PH 2-12 I could have degraded it for sure.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

i really do like csl/exo it's pretty good

[@DrkDragon525]

Nice update video. Still looking good, I like seeing seeing the product updates and usage on these new product lines. Totally unrelated, what is that long sleeve shirt you got under there, it looks 🔥

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@DrkDragon525 thanks for watching! I’ll keep them coming. The shirt is a Nike thermal shirt for warmth. Don’t know if they still make that pattern but it was a little chilly out.

[@whippydip]

Ryan, great vid as always. Currently looking for getting this for my parent’s vehicles. I know you said it goes a long way, but do you think it will comfortably coat a full size f-150 and gmc acadia? Thanks man

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@whippydip I’d feel very comfortable saying it should last for both. You really don’t need to over use it. Also if you use the applicator that’s included or one that is similar in size. You’ll see how slow it comes out of the applicator so just reapply only when you don’t see it going in the surface. Don’t always have to reapply after every panel. Let the applicator tell you how much you need. Should be good.

[@whippydip]

@ awesome thank you man

[@FineDetailingAZ]

my pleasure

[@robl6044]

Great update thanks for sharing

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@robl6044 thanks for watching! Appreciate the support

[@Bruces-Garage]

Looks great. Nice water behavior. Wheels look 👌🏻

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@Bruces-Garage thanks Bruce!

[@Chris92efc]

The trigger sprayers are called VELA triggers. I agree they are the best on the market.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@Chris92efc super helpful thank you!

[@alihanbozer948]

Thanks for the video Ryan!! How do you compare primus against Bh touchless? Amd is primus safe on coatings?

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@alihanbozer948 thanks for watching! That’s a good one, I haven’t done a side by side by they are both excellent. I’ll do a comparison soon and yes primus is coating safe

[@alihanbozer948]

@ thank you man 🫶

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ my pleasure!

[@davidblalock1709]

I installed the 8 year on a Highlander about 6 weeks ago. It's performing nicely. My favorite part about the coating though is the one hour release time. Living in Florida that's big for me. I also have it on my hood side by side with Mohs Evo.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks for watching! Yes, as far as I'm concerned the 1 hour release/getting wet time is the new standard. Other companies should take note. No more taking up space in your shop overnight.

[@davidblalock1709]

@FineDetailingAZ my only complaint with the clean is the install. Just got spoiled with Mohs and how easy it is.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

What issues did you have with Clean install? It was pretty easy as well.

[@davidblalock1709]

@FineDetailingAZ the wait time. Lol. Plus I like the sweating effect.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ ah yeah I think they updated the site after my video it’s up to 5 minutes. Since it rainbows right away I give it 2-3 min the level in my conditions. I do prefer quick flashing so I can level faster and move on but with this I’m just doing bigger sections. I can do 2 doors then come back and level.

[@michaelhalstead64]

Random question….. what brand are your cabinets?

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks for watching! They are Pro Slat. I'll do a video on them and a garage tour in the future. bit.ly/3E3ZFsE

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Nice update

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks, Humberto.

[@waterhose4130]

Gotta love a coated wheel.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@waterhose4130 with this brake dust it’s a must. Thanks for watching Walter.

[@waterhose4130]

@@FineDetailingAZ ya,ya, big brakes, and metallic pads= pain in the ass.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ indeed

[@NeilNatic]

What rims are on your X5? They look great

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@NeilNatic thanks Neal! These are HRE FF10 in 22in. Staggered 10.5 front and 11.5 rear in custom Sasparilla color.

[@JesusHernandez-gp1vn]

Any suggestions on how to clean and protect matte wheels like the TRD PRO Wheels on 4Runner?

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@JesusHernandez-gp1vn depends on the situation but I like armour detail products. You can use their wheel cleaner like I did and their tire cleaner too. If you keep your wheels in good shape you can honestly just use normal car soap to clean them. You can just use iron remover every once in a while. For protection you can ceramic coat them or if you want quicker protection just use a spray on rinse off sealant like beads from armour detail supply or Gyeon wet coat.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@JesusHernandez-gp1vn just don’t use any soap that has gloss enhancers as it will effect the matte wheels.

[@pklemm1]

Love the AZ license plate! Very fitting! I love the wheels!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@pklemm1 thank you for watching! I like that the blue matches the calipers.

[@MegaFregel]

Thats one expensive wash. Looks fun though.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@MegaFregel thanks for watching the bucket dilution on his soap is 256:1. Not very expensive

[@MegaFregel]

@@FineDetailingAZ You went through a lot of product. It adds up.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@MegaFregel I think I used 2oz total between the cannon and the bucket. That's quite common for any decent car wash saop.

[@MegaFregel]

@@FineDetailingAZ yes it is. Considering the price of the product and that you used the cannon on top of the bucket wash and you double pre-cleaned seems a little wasteful for me. I’m not judging you and I know sometimes you just want to have fun with some bubbles.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ gotcha. The first two washes served different purposes. The alkaline wash was to help get organic matter off the surface. The acidic was to help remove any mineral build up. The pH neutral wash was to ensure any road film was removed. The reason why I pre spray with pH neutral soap for my contact wash is to provide that much more lubrication and to stop water spotting when it’s in the sun. Everything I do has a reason and isn’t wasteful.

[@chrism1157]

I believe those ADS/Labo sprays are sold under the name "Vela" You can buy them from ADS, but they're 28/410 tread pattern. Most spray bottles are 28/400 thread pattern. The "Contour" sprayers sold on US Plastics are 28/400 and look the same. I'm guessing all of these sprayers are just copies of copies of copies and function the same.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Super helpful! I've ordered extra heads from ADS but agreed they are all probably just a copy of a copy. They work so well!

[@goindetailing]

Good update Ryan! Yes, we all expect any coating to still look good at the 3 month mark, but updates are always fun and informative nonetheless. Especially with a coating that is new to market. What I like about the Clean by Pan coating is not only does it bead up like crazy, the small beads seem to pool and then just slide off the surface. Some coatings bead up nicely, but then the beads just sort of stick on the surface. Looking forward to the future updates.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@goindetailing thank you!

[@barrycook8116]

If Better still be there after 3 months. I am going on over 4 years if NV EVO coating here in Florida where the car sits out in the sun. I like to see how coatings perform after each gets without Decon and then after then Decon it. 8 year coating claims IMO is BS. I have tried so many soaps and Koch Chemie GSF is still the best.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@barrycook8116 haha I’m glad we don’t have a cerakote situation and an early failure. GSF is my favorite soap of all time. Pans does great in the sun so it’s nice to have that option. I agree durability claims are bogus.

[@jefferrrson1x]

Bro I thought you had hella tattoos but it’s just your long sleeve lmaooo smh But the 3 year pan ceramic is fire. Love mine. It’s soooo good.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@jefferrrson1x haha a week later I had full sleeves 😂. Little chilly out so put on the thermal top. Glad you’re liking the 3 year

[@DesertShineAutoSpa]

Hey, I’m in the valley as well, would like to meetup with other hobbyists and/or pros. Great vids, I like to commentary and descriptions

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@DesertShineAutoSpa thanks! Happy to do a meet up if you want to organize something.

[@DesertShineAutoSpa]

@@FineDetailingAZ That would be awesome. Any place in particular. I was thinking maybe Pavillions

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ could be cool. Or maybe PES would host something? Kind of far but could be cool. I know Adams is hosting a training later this month in Scottsdale too

[@joshuamason1979]

What nozzle are you using for the gun? Looks great

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@joshuamason1979 thBks Joshua it’s the mosmatic tip. bit.ly/404QSQq

[@joshuamason1979]

@@FineDetailingAZ Ordered, thanks brother! Keep up the great content!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@joshuamason1979 thank you! Appreciate you

[@michaelhalstead64]

Sorry. Lots of questions today… how did you color match the side reflectors? Are they painted??

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@michaelhalstead64 all good happy to answer. This company sells painted and color matched side markers and rear reflectors. ind-distribution.com/

[@Gladiator1972]

Like many of you I've been following Pan for many years and many vehicles. I purchased his tire dressing product promising at least a month of longevity, unfortunately it is the same stuff as Chemical Guys VRP, I have to reapply it after each weekly wash.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@Gladiator1972 thanks for watching and sharing your experience. I haven’t tried his tire shine yet but I know that prep and conditions are very important in terms of longevity. What I can speak to is the products that I have used and the coating, shampoo, polish and panel prep are excellent.

[@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails]

I haven’t had that experience. It’s been holding well. I really like it. Prep, application and conditions can vary longevity.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks Becca! I've seen good results from other channels as well.

[@JesusHernandez-gp1vn]

Love your channel. Whate

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@JesusHernandez-gp1vn thanks brother!

[@irdibasha391]

What exactly are you cleaning? Car was clean already

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@irdibasha391 thanks for watching. In my climate I deal with dust so it may be hard to see on camera but it’s there. The point of the video however, was to provide an update on the ceramic coating I applied 3 months ago.

[@BryanRushing]

I applied CLEAN 8 yr late November. It was my 1st time prepping, polishing and coating. Really good experience…and I’m sure I’ll do better next time 😂 Next time will be sooner rather than later because I took it off road and sticks scratched the sides of the FJ 😞 Other than my scratches it’s been performing well and sooo slick. I love to touch it which I know I shouldn’t. I did use CLEAN ceramic spray as a topper, and I use CLEAN rinseless as a drying aid. Great video! Looking forward to 6 month update!

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks Bryan! So glad you're enjoying. In AZ we call those Arizona pinstrips...you go offroad it happens.

[@cyclechris6591]

I want that towel rack.😎

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Amazon like $40! Worth every penny. Folds into the wall when not in use.

[@vincentfontanez9334]

Why so many people put the wheel thingy for the hose when just starting with wheels and tyres is beyond me, its a gimmick. No hate your reviews and X5 is top notch.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks for watching. It's my SOP. I wash the same way every time for efficiency so I add this first thing just part of my process.

[@Michael-t3b5b]

I use the wheel/hose guards also and don’t find them a gimmick nit beats the heck out of having the hose get caught under the tire when going around the car doing the wash and rinse. Cheap for the hassle they solve

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Michael totally agree. They are highly functional.

[@beachbuckeye1637]

The thing is if you are a dedicated detailer you wash your car at less every week and add a topper. No way to really tell how long a coating is lasting.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@beachbuckeye1637 thanks for watching. Actually, since I wash it weekly it’s seeing more abrasion than a non detailer. I think seeing more abrasion and more chemicals is actually a better testament to its performance. People who think just neglecting a coating should be a measure of its performance are misinformed (not saying that’s you). Also, the topper I used isn’t SI02 based it has a little silicone in it and likely comes off with any strong prewash.

[@michaelhalstead64]

Installed the same coating on my X5. I need to go wash mine but it’s 26° outside. I’ll give you my thoughts after winter. It’s sooo slick though. I will use toppers to try to keep the salt and brine off the actual coating.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@michaelhalstead64 please follow up I’d love hear how it’s doing in winter. Totally understand using toppers in winter that makes sense. Did you use his ceramic sealant as a topper?

[@AllenReinecke]

My 8-Year coating is now at 3 months also. Since December it's been subjected to rain and mostly snow, salt, ice, and grime. Really dirty! I've tried to wash it every week or so and have used Bilt-Hamber Touchless once but usually Carpro Reset and a foam cannon, but in the Sub-Zero temps, I use McKee's Rinseless. I recently had to wash it outside in 19F using buckets of hot water and Rinseless and my Ryobi EZCLEAN 650psi. I just blow dried it before it froze. Sometimes, I just spray hot Rinseless on to remove the bulk of the crap and leave it at that! I bought some Clean Ceramic Spray and will use that as a drying aid, rather than just Rinseless when it warms up to 32F. I know I need to decon the rear end. It's pretty clogged back there. The rest though comes back with just the contact wash. So far, so good.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@ thanks for watching Allen I’d love to hear how it does after decon!

[@michaelhalstead64]

@@AllenReinecke you’re doing better than me. Definitely not washing enough but it doesn’t get driven as much as our other vehicle. It was 34° yesterday and wanted to wash outside but was afraid I’d make an ice skating rink in the drive.

[@AllenReinecke]

​@@michaelhalstead64 my gravel drive has an inch of compacted snow and ice as it is. A fresh coating of snow covers any wash ice! Our Camry has done just over 10,000 miles in 5 months. 28F today. Might get another wash in! 😂

[@BigDaddySn0w]

👍🏻

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks for watching!

[@richardf9137]

I find it Hilarious that these Detailing Channels do a 3 month update on an 8 year coating! Just Remarkable that there still hydrophobic!😝🎉

[@tadeloach22]

@@richardf9137 the reason is because there are coatings out there that claim durability that fail less than 3 months in.

[@Wishes890]

@@tadeloach22 Agreed.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

@@richardf9137 I’m glad I could add some comedy to your life! Thanks for watching. If it’s helpful, I provide updates as many people want these and appreciate them. Not sure if you’ve heard of Cerakote but they released a ceramic coating that failed very early so we’re really just checking in to see if the chemistry is holding up. I don’t give much merit to longevity claims on ceramic coatings as I mentioned in the video most people won’t keep their cars that long. People just enjoy hearing about updates on performance and user experience. The detailing channels you watch put in a lot of work to make these videos.

[@cyclechris6591]

Most of us appreciate the updates on new products.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Thanks @tadeloach22! Agreed.