Installing PPF, ceramic coating and window tints in the 2022 Tesla Model X Refresh

[@dwbush777]

I had the PPF coating put on the front of my car, and ceramic coated; and windows tinted. Glad I saw your video before my car was delivered in Sept 2022. A video you may have done, that I missed, was how to put your car in Car Wash Mode. I have my car hand washed and detailed, BUT once I went to a high end drive through car wash, and panicked when the guy told me to put my car in Neutral! I had NO idea what to do and didn’t recall a video on this. He didn’t speak English which made it more difficult. Someone several cars in line behind me, who had a Tesla, put his hand inside my car and showed me how to put my car in Car Wash Mode. Very simple but requires several steps that if you don’t go to a car wash often, you need to refresh yourself on the steps! 😅

[@TheElectricMan]

installing ppf was the best upgrade you did to protect the paint

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Looks good and Im glad I did it. Thanks for the comment and for watching Mr. Electric Man!

[@PQV-8898]

Great job on the X. It looks amazing with the tint, PPF and ceramic coating. IMO these are must have's for any new vehicles. I must say the black tinted front windows look so nice against the black paint. I had my blue Model Y tinted and PPF'd as well. For tints I went front and rear side windows, back window and glass roof. I wanted heat/UV protection all round as I was told the darkened rear side windows from factory do not provide heat rejection. For PPF I did front, rear bumpers plus frunk. I wrapped my side mirrors in CF so they're protected in that sense. Also had the interior centre console area plus dash wrapped in CF.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Ive never actually had it done but Im glad that I did. The whole body looks like glass. They did a great job and I love the way it looks!

[@gortt7611]

Great info, thanks! I plan to get this done on my MXP - but whole car!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thats awesome. It works as advertised. Good luck!

[@suprax5]

Nice video highlighting Titan! Fellow Fairport Model Y driver here.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Hi from Greece. Titan is the best. They do really good work and the guys there are really knowledgable. Im really happy with their work!

[@Jim-hr1ky]

Picked up my Plaid X last week and took it immediately to be wrapped. Full PPF wrap in matte on midnight silver metallic. Tinted front windows also. Have the same look on my Y.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Wow. I actually debated between a full wrap or just the PPF and the tints. I like the black color of the X. If I get bored with it I'll follow your lead and do the same. Are you happy with how it came out? I have an email attached the channel if you'd like to share the picks.

[@Jim-hr1ky]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 I'll send some pics along when I get it back. Literally dropped it off last Thursday. I went with a full PPF wrap on it and the Y because Colorado roads can have a lot grit of various sizes on the road.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@Jim-hr1ky Awesome. can't wait to see the pics.

[@fernando_her85]

Looks amazing in the video, can't imagine that looks better in real life! I am pretty sure that the waiting time felt insanely long until you have your car back. Once again your videos are improving! Have a good one!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Very pleased with the outcome. Have a good day!

[@mrv6159]

I found it interesting to see they used a silicone water removal tool (squeegee). A plush microfiber and air is always preferred as dirt can be lifted off instead of dragged over the paint. The surface under the PPF should have been polished as well, at least if you want it to look as best it can.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Ya Im not sure what the proper way is to do the PPF or the ceramic coating. I just let the professionals do what they do. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Great comment and thanks for watching!

[@mikeyusuf8905]

Awesome video. So natural and real.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thank you and thanks for watching! 😎

[@jocelyn-n-tech]

Thank you for sharing this. I'm also receiving my black model x this month and want to do the same process to it.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

It’s worth every penny in my opinion.

[@prairie3668]

I can’t find my previous comments but want to let you know I was at my expel detailer today checking on window protection from sandblast and heat plus glare protection. They say no problem. There is an expel product for the outside of the windshield that is clean. Then inside clear or tinted for heat and glare. They’ve never had cracked windshield with either product and there is a warranty that would cover replacing windshield if necessary. Whew! Good news.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thats awesome news! I haven't called Titan yet but as soon as I have time I will. Thanks for the info!

[@prairie3668]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 they suggested tint and heat protection can go on roof down to the rear view mirror or top of visor for sun. I wear sunglasses always, due to sensitive eyes so I think I’m just going to wear them and enjoy the view of this great country

[@ChokerTVMODIFIED]

Man your car looks GREAT! Great video!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thank you sir!

[@Chrisb8s]

I had the front of my model S completely covered in xpel ppf. I loved it. No rock chips ( I live in Arizona.) bugs just rinsed off. So when I got my model Y (triple black ) I invested in full car ppf. It’s hard to keep a black car clean in Arizona. I love it. I use a micro fiber cloth and detailed to clean the car. And I have a big dust mop to wipe off dust. It will be shiny forever. No swirls or scratches

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

This is new to me. Ive never had it installed in any of my previous cars. Im glad I did to to the X. So far so good!

[@Chrisb8s]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 you will see how easy it is to clean off the ppf parts. Ceramic coating is also great. I love the way the black looks when this is done. The quality of Tesla black paint is much better than it used to be

[@Chrisb8s]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 oh I also did the front windows to match the tint. It makes the black cars look so nice 👍.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@Chrisb8s Im thinking of doing some tint with the windshield. Just afraid of getting a ticket.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@Chrisb8s Thats what Ive been told. The black paint now is much betterr than the black of the previous models.

[@michaelchyles]

Great coverage of the process!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thank you sir!

[@DeathandCo]

Looks fantastic! Well worth it

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Yes so far so good. Glad I went ahead and had the work done. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@bradburnett6997]

I’m getting a whole vehicle expel stealth installed next week. I’ll let you know how it turns out

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Awesome. Yes please let me know.

[@gunsmokezz]

If you used ceramic tint in the front , should consider tinting the back with same ceramic but a lighter shade. I was told the windows were smoked from factory. Maybe you can confirm that. That’s what I plan for my model x. Gonna tint top roof and all the windows with ceramic tint for heat rejection. Maybe might do wind shield too with 70%

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

I don't think its ceramic tint. They did ceramic coating on the body. Also Im not sure if you can change the factory tint that came with the X. The factory tint works well on all the windows. The real issue is the front windshield. Its terrible in the sun.

[@clipology23]

car looks great!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thanks!

[@jokas1krr525]

What tint did you get Xpel plus? And tint percentage? Thanks

[@tmorcos21]

Great job. I would recommend any new Tesla buyer to do this as soon as possible after getting your car as you don’t want paint chips prior to putting your ppf on. FYI , now they do ppf in different colors. I also tinted all my windows in my model y, including the glass roof and the front windshield. As a hint for those who know a car detailer. I had a detailer come with me to examine the car and he took it to the shop right away to work on it as I was lucky not to have any misalignments or paint defects that they couldn’t take care of himself. All other things that needed Tesla appointment had nothing to do with the areas that involved the ppf or window tinting and it took a couple of weeks to make anyway. Enjoy your car. The ppf and ceramic combination will make taking care of your X much easier, especially due to the weather climate your job in. You should consider doing the same for your Y as well

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Luckily I don't have the same issues with the X that I did with the Y. The white color in the Y allows me to not apply the PPF. Even in its dirtiest state the Y always looks clean. The black on the other always looks like I drove it through a salt mill.

[@tmorcos21]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 you are right, the white does hide dirt and road dings. I have a white on white y performance and for me it an investment for a few years to come. You know well that Teslas are known for soft paint and road junk that hits your front fender area will eventually be taken over rock dings if you do any road trips at all. That is my only point. Hopefully you will not have to worry about it. Keep up the great work

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@tmorcos21 White on white is a good color combo as well. I haven't done a long trip in either car but as soon as this snow begins to melt and the weather becomes a little warmer I plan on going for a long trip so that I can document for the channel. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@tmorcos21]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 You will love traveling with your Teslas. I have traveled from Los Angeles to Arizona, Oregon and Washington, without any concerns. Very comfortable ride, just remember to add at least an hour for every 4 to 500 miles of driving, depending how fast you like to drive. Enjoy.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@tmorcos21 Is that due to the charging? I always that thought it would be shorter. Either way I can't wait to take a drive to Chicago. SWEET HOME!

[@matthewp1682]

I always get my cars fully ceramic coated inside and out. Never had any issues

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Never had it done before but when my wife gets her new car thats going to be one of the first things I do.

[@matthewp1682]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 I highly recommend a ceramic coat (make sure you go to a pro!) It is very pricy but 100% worth it

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@matthewp1682 I love it. Should've done it day one!

[@SuperGregory77]

The tint looks Awesome, can you please let me know what percentage you got? 20-35? Getting the same done to mine! Delivery date is set and I can't wait!!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thank you. I’m not 100% positive but I think it’s 20%.

[@tnn1417]

Looks great! Thanks for the video. Can you please tell me what charging adapter is included in your model X? Was it the NEMA adapter?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Thats a good question. Im not sure if the NEMA came with theX or the Y. I seem to remember having to purchase before delivery.

[@tnn1417]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 Yeah, I had to purchase the NEMA adapter for my model 3. I thought the model X is considered a luxury car it should come with the NEMA😕

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@tnn1417 Nope. Zip. They figure if you can afford the X you can afford the NEMA. Tesla logic. :-(

[@tnn1417]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 true😀

[@HumProGamerYT]

It's good that you protected it because otherwise they won't scratch it because the repair is very expensive!!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Yes i want to protect it the best I can. Scratches won't be good. :-( Thanks for watching!

[@bradburnett6997]

I’m thinking of getting the xpel stealth, full vehicle. It’s $6500 for the whole car, seems the going rate out here in CA. I plan on having the car a long time so I think it’s a good investment for sure

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

I would say do it. I honestly don't know how long I'll keep the X. I usually don't keep a car very long before selling and purchasing the next new shiny toy. The Expel on the front half is good enough for now. If I decide to keep it longer than I usually do then I might consider the entire car. If you do the entire body let me know how it turns out.

[@bradburnett6997]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 I do the same thing, never kept a car more than 3 years but this time will be different! 😂

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@bradburnett6997 Ha! Im not so sure for myself.

[@ashwinbaboorajaram8445]

The car looks awesome, I am also looking to do PPF and tinting, I am getting quotes around 5k to 6k, I was not expecting it to be this pricy, would you be able to share a range of what it costed in your area? This will guide whether I need to further shop around for better price.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

That is a lot more than I paid. Im in the 2k range. I didn't do the entire car tho. Just the front.

[@prairie3668]

I’m getting estimates for full car body model X ppf at @$5000. No window tint. I

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@prairie3668 the front end and the tints were over 2k. Not sure what the full body would cost but I think your quote might be a little high.

[@prairie3668]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 limited competition.same quote from thee two places in town. .

[@prairie3668]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 Limited competition. Same quote from each of two places in Lincoln. Great Plains.

[@taiwoegun1288]

Clean!

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

They did a great job!

[@TRUPRROMEO]

Also roughly what did this cost? Thanks in advance

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

2k range

[@cguerrero99]

Did you PPF the doors or just the door handles?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

PPF was applies to the side length of the doors.

[@TRUPRROMEO]

Where are they located? I need to find a good place in or around NYC

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

They’re way upstate. 5 hours from NYC

[@ankushisrani865]

Hi - so if you only did PPF on the front, did you ceramic coat the whole car or just the front as well?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

I think only the half that did not have PPF was ceramic coated.

[@ttteslafanboi-torontorapto6785]

did you like it after a few days

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

The PPF? I just had it out on today. First day with it and were getting a ton of snow tomorrow. :-(

[@MbT379]

Any problems with PPF and/or Ceramic coating on/over the Tesla cameras?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Hi Michael. So far nothing. I just recently had the front wind shield tinted and I thought that there could be a problem with the front cameras but nothing. The PPF and the ceramic are great!

[@amarchahal9405]

how much did it cost?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

It wasn't too bad. Im sure I paid the same that everyone else did.

[@amarchahal9405]

@@teslaownersperspective1968 can you make a video about the new regen braking

[@dmitriibob]

Bro be serious. You sure you paid like everyone else . Comon man. 99% of people watching don't have and will not have tesla. Just say how much it cost.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@amarchahal9405 I can try. As soon as I’m arch up in some of the other ones yes. 😁

[@amarchahal9405]

@@dmitriibob i have one and another model x on the way

[@imddshots]

did you put ppf on the windshield?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

No. Im going to add a ceramic tint to the windshield to reduce the sun glare. The visors are terrible.

[@KrisDelaPena]

What is the reason for a partial ppf application vs the whole car?

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

I didn't feel that the cost would justify the entire car. For me. Im glad I did it but the entire car would've been more than I wanted to invest. Hope that answers your question and thanks for watching!

[@runedahl1477]

I recommend any new car should be given some sort of additional paint protection unless you love to wax and polish your car at short intervals. Frankly modern paint is not as good as the old polyurethane type so the car needs extra protection, specially if they salt the roads during winter time.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

True. Im glad I went through with the extra protection. Especially since the X isn't cheap. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@rayyanahmed3269]

How much was it

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

in the 2k range.

[@realslow4life]

how much

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

I think around 117K

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Oh PPF. LOL Around 2K

[@vishnu2699]

I wonder how the car industry will put these guys out of business. They just need to use the right material so paint won't chip.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

I think some car companies try either cut corners or their inspection process before delivery is really lacking.

[@jeffgilbert3238]

Ouch, squeegeeing the paint was painful to watch.

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

Hurt my ears too. Nails on a chalk board.

[@matthewp1682]

That squeegee does no damage at all

[@teslaownersperspective1968]

@@matthewp1682 Good to know. Gonna invest in one myself. Thanks for watching!