NEW CarPro CQuartz SiC vs CQuartz UK 3.0 !! Which one is better?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

⬇️🔶 LINKS TO PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ⬇️⬇️ 🇺🇸 For people in USA: CarPro CQuartz SiC: bit.ly/3d4jezU CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0: bit.ly/3lVJf7e CarPro Gliss: bit.ly/2VSmLJN 🇨🇦 For people in Canada: CarPro CQuartz SiC (30ml): bit.ly/36XM3MY CarPro CQuartz SiC (50ml): bit.ly/3qAd0hv CarPro CQuartz SiC (100ml): bit.ly/3oAxODs CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0 (30ml): bit.ly/3lZQ7jI CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0 (50ml): bit.ly/2K8AXeL CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0 (100ml): bit.ly/3qMwa3R CarPro Gliss (30ml): bit.ly/39RHW6G CarPro Gliss (50ml): bit.ly/2VW53ot CarPro Gliss (100ml): bit.ly/3lZQkn0 🇬🇧 For people in the UK: CarPro CQuartz SiC: bit.ly/3CRZVsu CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0: bit.ly/3wPQJkx CarPro Gliss 2.0: bit.ly/3Q5OKix 🇫🇷 For people in France: CarPro CQuartz SiC (30ml): bit.ly/36XM3MY CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0: bit.ly/3wOkeCY CarPro Gliss: bit.ly/39RHW6G

[@Tesled]

How has it been after two years with SIC?

[@jaredlostetter265]

Coated my car in 3.0 and maintained with beadmaker x2 month... still going strong and looks/feels insane well after 2 years... followed all of Pan's steps:) all about the prep!! Its fun to watch then rain drops just glide off the car when driving in the rain!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Exactly Jared! Preparation is key to getting perfect results and maximizing product durability and performance!

[@07wrxtr1]

@@PanTheOrganizer I can use beadmaker ONTOP of UK 3.0? Seems faster/easier than Reset... I love beadmaker because you can spray it on everything...it's forgiving

[@declankelly1066]

Gotta say, the fact that you are going into so much detail to the point where you are mentioning the temp. in which you are doing the application in is very professional and useful. Thanks, Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for that!

[@Join0rDIE1776]

lol the temp you apply ceramic coating is very crucial and important! lol every bottle of ceramic coating also goes into detail… muppet

[@Icesouldy]

What’s funny is that I stumbled upon this new coating a few days ago when I was browsing an online detailing shop, I wondered when Pan would make a video about it. And here it is :)

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I must have read your mind! 😁 I hope you enjoyed my video. 👍🏻

[@404notfound.....]

This new ceramic coating is SIC! 😁 This car pro product is on the radar. Thank u for the update pan.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet!

[@TheCarDetailingChannel]

Car Craft Detailing reviewed SiC a little while ago. Carpro SiC with UK 3.0 combo👌

[@PanTheOrganizer]

The joys of filming and editing heheh. When I was shooting this video a few weeks ago, there wasn't any video online at the time. Oh well. But yeah I saw Sandro's video a few days ago, and as always, he did a great video! :). He seems to have come to the same conclusions as me, so I'm not crazy in noticing it took longer for the product to cure on the surface before levelling it!

[@KuroGadis]

@@PanTheOrganizer I want to meet you and Sandro so bad🥺🤍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Maybe it will happen one day! If you go to SEMA 2021 next November in Las Vegas, I will most likely be there. I met so many of my fans last time I was there in 2018.

[@KuroGadis]

@@PanTheOrganizer Help me get into SEMA!😂I need 2 tickets for my husband and I!

[@mikebonge7206]

I just finished the 2010 A5 Removed the the old CQ.3.0 uk first formula plus one coat of gliss. These products had been for about 2.5 years Used menzerna 300 super heavy cut With rupes wool course blue and white wool flex 3401 Next menzerna super finish polish plus 3800 Red pad Two coats of the car pro quartz 3 .0 New formula red label Than reload It is 60 degrees here in houston humidity down in the 30 % The new formula car pro uk 3.0 worked better than old. Still a few high spots but nothing like old formula I really loved course cut and wool pad the combination. Was fast and really removed scratches and swirls I had been able to remove before The menzerna polish was beyond my Expectations 2 coats of car pro quartz 3.0 new red bottle new formula Took about 10 days to complete Audi Which is a two door hardtop On to the 2013 E350 Mercedes FYI

[@datsuntoyy]

I coated (UK 2.0) my 2013 Audi S6 about 2 1/2 years ago after learning how to do it by watching your videos. Time to recoat and it looks as though the UK 3.0 may be the winner again for me.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yup it’s still my favourite consumer grade coating.

[@shots89]

I literally bought both of these earlier today before I watched this. I watch your 2020 product of the year and grab a few from there aswell. Can't wait to try them out. You got me back into car detailing after years of nit doing it so thank you so much

[@PanTheOrganizer]

That's awesome that I can inspire viewers like you. :). How did you discover my channel by the way Rory?

[@shots89]

@@PanTheOrganizer i found it when I was looking at how to use a DA polisher and it was on meguiars UK KZbin channel as a suggestion to watch. I have to admit Ive watched all of your videos and there so in depth with how to use and what you shouldnt do. So again thank you

[@bdawgz28]

I used it about a month ago on a Tesla 3..I did 1 coat of UK 3.0 topped with sic..application was easy with great results..I might start doing 2 coats of UK then 1 of sic..thanks for the videos Pan..👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

The second coat of UK is more to make sure you get even coverage across the surface, and less for durability. But you did a great pick for the combo for sure! It must look awesome. What car do you drive?

[@jayz313]

Thanks Pan, I was waiting to learn about the new Carpro SiC. My first question, graphene is carbon, so how does this compare to the graphene coatings? SiC has been out in coatings for a while, Optimum uses SiC in thier Gloss Coat, again how do they compare? I'll be very interested in your durability follow ups.

[@ThoughtFromTheHeart]

Would definitely like to see a side by side comparison

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@antonyv8171]

I’m a novice with ceramic coatings and just applied Car Pro Cquartz Skin on my satin wrapped ute. So easy and awesome to apply. Double layered the bonnet, roof and rear hard top for max UV ray protection. Car is so hydrophobic now. I love it !!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Great to hear! Yeah CarPro sure knows how to make great ceramic coatings! What SUV do you drive?

[@antonyv8171]

@@PanTheOrganizer it’s an Isuzu DMax Ute with a satin snow camo vinyl wrap

[@jcal5594]

Pan... I'd like to see a comparison between your Carpro combo (Quartz sic and UK 3.0) with the new item Avalon King Armor Shield, as I know you gave it high marks during that show.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Good idea Cal!

[@samer8032]

@@PanTheOrganizer reminder hehehe

[@hallamring2036]

Great video Pan! Always enjoy them. I've actually switched from UK 3.0 to the CQuartz Original. Have used UK 3.0 on dozens of cars, usually topping with Gliss. The Original is slicker just like Gliss right of out the box. Customers seem to really like that. Maybe this SiC will replace Gliss and not Original and provide a little more longevity, as you might have notice Gliss can wear off pretty quick if a customer uses car washes a lot. Again thank you for the hard work in providing these videos.

[@hallamring2036]

Yup looks like it actually will replace the CQuartz Original. I would hope the SiC would then hold to the same 2 year standard.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

It seems 18 months real world durability seems like the target. Sounds promising!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Hallam! I appreciate the kind words. How did you discover my channel by the way? And what's your favourite video on my channel so far?

[@gillesjean7849]

You mention switching from UK 3.0. Do you only apply SiC or did you apply both UK3.0 and SiC? I am still unsure if applying both is an overkill.

[@steventhoseby]

3 coats of UK 3.0 topped with Titan Ultra is just an awesome combo imho. Slickness, beading and ease of washing is just insane.

[@HarpersCarDetailing]

Looking forward to Carpro SiC to come to the UK. Really looking forward to giving it a go, as I love their Cquartz UK 3.0. I know it's a slightly different product, but really want to give it a go. Great shout on using the SiC as a topcoat for 3.0.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@J1Z06]

I thought about You and that awesome garage recently. How sweet it must be to pull in there with a filthy car, and clean it to perfection at any time!! Great video as always. Thanks for sharing. Be well. Stay safe.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Jay! You are right. It's so fun to pull a car up in my garage, turn on some tunes, and enjoy the detailing process in there.

[@J1Z06]

@@PanTheOrganizer keep these videos coming. They’re like therapy. I guess not being able to detail makes me appreciate it more when spring comes. I’m a routine guy and miss my washing’s/detailing on weekends. Take it easy! Keep those cars clean!!

[@SandipPateltube]

We applied 2 coat of SIC + Gliss on top. It absolutely feels as smooth as mobile screen. Very satisfied.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Good choice! How did you discover my channel?

[@SandipPateltube]

@@PanTheOrganizer recommended by a friend.

[@DynoDieselWagon]

I began to apply to my new Samsung 21+ & soft led case,meanwhile i actually dropped it face down on asphalt. Picked it up and wiped micro pieces of asphalt from the glass

[@lottedevocht7475]

Dear Pan, I have used it combining with other products of carpro. Mayby an idea or if you have comments, please let me know. Wash the car, decon it, clay, prep and polish. Afterwards carpro essence using the carpro gloss pad. Gives another tiny bit of cutting, swirl filling, gloss enhancer and a base for the ceramic coating. Had better results, in my opinion, by first applying Sic and then UK. It gives the slickness of Sic and the more durabilty of UK. Then protected it with Essence +, again using the carpro gloss pad. Which gives even a lot more gloss. Then topped it with Reload. In my opion a great result. With Kind regards from a small detailer in Belgium. Last but not least, I like your channel.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you for the kind words Lotte! How did you discover my channel by the way?

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

Awesome video Pan!! I purchased 3.0 (first ceramic coating) and plan to apply to my Ram 1500. Thanks for all your positive contributions to the detailing community. Blessings from USA 🇺🇸 Triple G 😎

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You can do it! Ceramic coatings are one of the most profitable services a professional detailer can offer. Once you explain the benefits to your customers, they will jump onboard.

[@bubblehead7680]

For the Ram 1500, did you buy the larger bottle?

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

@@bubblehead7680 Yes - I did.

[@thecardoc5083]

Great video and awesome to see all of your continued success. I've used the SiC on a black car and can attest to the finicky flash times that are needed to wipe off at optimal period. Leaves high spots behind if you wait too long but my goodness, what slickness and hydrophobicity. All the best.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Gilberto! I hope you are doing well.

[@IfcpauI21]

Loving these midweek drops!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! I like to come up with surprises all the time for my viewers! I’ll have another mid week video next week too! You guys seem to like those. 🙌🏻

[@MLGInfidel1]

I'm curious about what products are your favorites. So many options, from so many companies its crazy. Trying to "keep it clean and keep it tight" is becoming more confusing. Ceramic? Graphene? Black ice? Spray? Liquid? etc. We need a "Pan's Top Ten List' of your favorite products.

[@dcasandman]

He just did his year end favorites in each category.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i33ZeJxpmcd1qKM

[@capitaleautoshine6272]

Ça serait vraiment cool de voir une vidéo avec la différence en le UK et le SiC à la première maintenance. C’est là qu’on va voir le quel résiste mieux à nos hivers. Très bonne vidéo bien détaillé. Merci!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci!

[@mauricetremblay1324]

I have my 2023 Santa Fe done with Uzk 3.0 and it did an awesome job. Very slick and glossy. It came with reload ( 2 coats of 3.0 + 1 coat of reload as per instructions). Should I switch to gloss or is reload enough?

[@Mecheng09]

Have you ever used dura-coating nano X7 ceramic before? They are claiming 7 years. Trying to determine which ceramic coating to use on my truck. I do like this combo you showed! Thanks so much for all the information.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I haven't tested that brand's products yet.

[@andrewblack4792]

Another great video Pan, i was torn between the Carpro 3.0 and Avalon King IX, decision made 3.0 it will be.... thanks again

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Andrew! I had applied CQUK 3.0 when I had taken delivery of my brand new BMW in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqSmnn2AebVmrtE

[@brindan1609]

Great video Pan! Can you make a head to head comparison between Cquartz 3.0 and Ethos Graphene?

[@cheyenneobregon184]

Graphene isn’t graphene in the ethos or any products. So it’s pointless to compare two things when the 3.0 will still be better

[@brindan1609]

@@cheyenneobregon184 sorry. I don’t get what you mean? I’ve seen really good stuff from Ethos Graphene

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Brindan! What's your favourite video on my channel so far?

[@KonstaNykanen]

Top job Pan as always, great video! Already looking forward to what's coming up next on the channel!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

More to come!

[@아잇난잘몰라요]

Hello from South Korea and thank you for your great video. 1. UK 3.0 + topcoat SiC 2. SiC + topcoat Carpro Gliss 3. UK 3.0 + topcoat Carpro Gliss What is your choice??

[@PanTheOrganizer]

1 or 3

[@rollingpoet]

I have used SiC many many times now and it does exactly what your saying. It certainly has it's advantages over 3.0.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the feedback Danny! How did you discover my channel by the way?

[@rollingpoet]

@@PanTheOrganizer Everyone knows about you. You are probably the "go to" youtuber when we wanna learn more.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the kind words! I appreciate it. What’s your favourite video on my channel so far?

[@rollingpoet]

@@PanTheOrganizer Not just 1. I love the comparison vids. We do our own side by side tests but your longevity tests are great. When I get a new student wanting to learn I tell them to watch your vids.

[@rollingpoet]

@@PanTheOrganizer My hats off to you in the way you handled the, ahem, gentleman 🕴️ that blasted you. You not only handled that with class, but with dignity and integrity. Keep up the great work look forward to your next vid. Be safe out there and may the Good Lord be with you and yours always🙏..

[@Rob12345]

Hi Pan, always been a fan of CarPro, I am gonna try 303 Graphine and see how it compares to the CP. CarPro has been very consistent with their quality and ease of use. Sorry kind of a commercial

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Just to be clear, full blown ceramic coatings like CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0 are far superior to spray on protection. 303 Graphene Spray Coating will last 10-12 months, compared to CQuartz that will last 2+ years. You can’t really compare both as they are different categories. If you liked CQuartz, you should stick with it. 👍🏻

[@stephaneaudette6665]

Merci pour les info et surtout les commentaires.. Ça devient plus simple de s'y retrouver. Comme toujour, très intéressant....

[@arxcns]

Would be really keen to see a real-world comparison in terms of longevity!

[@Mmmmnumnums]

I had CQuartz UK on my 370Z, will be trying out the SiC in a month or so. I'm interested in the SiC more since it has more water spot resistance than the UK. Quartz lasted about 1 year, starting to fade on some spots a bit.

[@Bipolarama]

Well this is kind of late but I put on a code to the SIC over the last weekend, comma one of the things I did also notice it doesn't spread as thin. My 30 ml bottle only did my car 1 and a 1/2 times and I've got a 4 door Chevy Cruz. Also depending on what time of the day you start and how long it's taking you the Flash time is actually going to change from the start of the project to when you're done with it. When I started it was in the afternoon and Sunny towards the end a storm was rolling in the temperature dropped and it got humid so the Flash time had changed from the 1st coat to the 2nd coat

[@gerardgibson9252]

Pan, Would it possible for you to do a full paint prep, application, and finish process, comparing AvalonKing Armorshield IX with CarPro SIC? Would be really curious to see how these are processed, and the final result, side by side? I have used CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0 on my E class (prepped all required steps), and was very disappointed, the chemical evaporated way too fast and had to use more than usual, and worst part, it did not leave a slick feeling like AvalonKing when I used it on my GLE. Thank you.

[@gzabal]

Doesn't your 5 series already have Opticoat Pro, which is a ~7yr silicon carbide coating? Why would you replace a 7yr coating with a 18mo coating?

[@raqueebmohamed3048]

I was wondering the same

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes, my BMW still has the Opti-Coat Pro+ pro grade 7+ year ceramic coating on it. That's not what I used for testing SiC obviously. It wouldn't be fair to compare a consumer grade coating, SiC, to a professional grade coating, Opti-Coat Pro+, which costs a fortune more.

[@renaldlatulippe6934]

hi Pan i'm going to go for my car, honda crv 2013 i watched your video and i will be able if i follow all the steps i don't know yet which ceramic product i will take but i'm fine. thank you for your advice Renald

[@Ochtane101]

Hi Pan. I get your point, on putting on 2 coats of the CQUARZ 3.0, then suggesting a coat of the SIC? I would surmise, most of us, want to get the paint ready, for a ceramic coating, without having to put 3 coats on, and having to buy 2 products? I’d love to be able to prep the paint, and add one great coat, or maybe 2, but 3 is going into the excessive boundaries, no? Can you recommend one, that would protect, and have great gloss, and hydrophobic tendencies? Thanks👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

There are other alternatives now that are one layer coatings, that can still offer many years of protection. Here's a video on one of them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5W4Zoupfbmdbbs And if you have a bigger budget, and want a one layer coating, check out my video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJu3XquGZtyMj9U

[@sheldon3996]

Hi Pan, Please comment on how this new product compares with AvalonKing Armor Shield IX. Thank you in advance!!

[@dimitrioskalfopoulos3473]

Should we do 2 coats with each product? Can we add Gliss? What about attracting dust on black paint? 3.0 is great at keeping dust off the car.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes I would apply two coats of each if you're using them separately. If you want to use them together, I would apply 2 layers of CQUK and one top coat of SiC. No need for Gliss at that point.

[@Ozzcaddy]

G'day Pan, as already mentioned by other posters, Sandro from Car Craft Auto Detailing in Melbourne, Aust. did a comparison test last week, and also found using them as combo would be beneficial. I commented on his Channel that I believe that CarPro is the only other manufacturer to use SIC, other than Optimum in their Opti-Coat ceramic coating range, but I do stand corrected if that is incorrect. Very detail explanation of both products. Cheers Ozzy

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Hi! The joys of filming and editing heheh. When I was shooting this video a few weeks ago, there wasn't any video online at the time. Oh well. But yeah I saw Sandro's video a few days ago, and as always, he did a great video! :). He seems to have come to the same conclusions as me, so I'm not crazy in noticing it took longer for the product to cure on the surface before levelling it!

[@Ozzcaddy]

@@PanTheOrganizer It shows we can't get enough of reviews and testing when new products come on the market.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Just the fact you have Sandro and myself in such high regard speaks volumes! Thank you mate!

[@k0edby22]

Owners Pride has been using a SiC coating for a while. Even before them, Chemical Guys had a carbon coating called Carbon Flex.

[@Exoseven]

Pan, of course we want to see a comparison video of these two products. You should also invite "Avalonking armor shield IX" to that party 🎉

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You'll see a few cool updates videos soon on the AvalonKing. I have received tons of requests for 2 or 3 months updates, chemical resistance tests, etc. I shall deliver what my viewers want, that's for sure. I'm working as hard as I possibly can to run this one man show! Heheh. It's super time consuming but I love it. Stay tuned!

[@TheCarDetailingChannel]

Pan, have you applied the SiC to a full car yet or just test panels? Also, when you open a ceramic coat bottle, how long can you keep the open bottle on the shelf for?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I have applied it to a few test vehicles absolutely. I like to follow the progress and durability over months before drawing final conclusions in my head. Typically, you want to use the bottle maximum 1 year after opening it. And for the majority of chemicals, shelf life is 1 to 2 years if unopened, and kept in stable conditions (i.e. non freezing).

[@keithwhitehead740]

ANOTHER GREAT review, yes I'd definitely like to see a side by side, and I myself are wondering if its glass approved. Unfortunately were at the beginning of a Nor Easter, °12 outside, was dropping off truck so as they can get a plow set up on it. Ohh the wait for spring, no garage. Keep up the AWSOME work, and Thank you.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Keith!

[@siggi5395]

Hello, will make my BMW X3 3,0D in carbon black after the great video also with the CQuartz UK 3.0 and CarPro CQuartz SiC, have always used Zaino for many years. Wants to do a ceramic coating now. Greetings from Germany.

[@mikejones514]

Hey Pan! Do you plan on reviewing CarPro’s new products? I’m pretty curious about the new Lift product they have! Thanks for all you do!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

This was one of them and yes I plan on reviewing the other new ones too. Always stay tuned to Paaaaaaaaaaan TheOrganizer!

[@kristofferhauge589]

So after applying 2 layers of 3.0, should you use reload before applying SiC? And / or should you use reload after applying SiC? Also, it would be great if you could compare Gyeon Syncro ''system'' with these CarPro products combined!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You would not use Reload if you’re applying SiC.

[@jodyh8108]

Your reviews are over the top thorough. I watched over 2 years ago and did the 2 coats of CQ and 1 top with Sic. My question now is how do you maintain it? I know you said to use the reload but will it maintain it’s slippery feel? Or would you put on another coat of Sic on it. I hope you will respond if you know as I have a late comment to your 3 year old video.

[@Schwabz33]

Pan just picked up 2020 BMW M4 with Imola RED paint. I am doing two coats of UK with SIC as my topper.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Congrats on your M car!! Good pick on the coatings too! :)

[@Schwabz33]

@@PanTheOrganizer yep! Can’t wait to see how it turns out.

[@tugbankert6581]

Pan, did you remove opti coat pro plus from your BMW to install this coating?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

No no. I used other test vehicles.

[@tugbankert6581]

@@PanTheOrganizer ok good. You made me nervous for a minute. Lol

[@joelpasserell4525]

Any chance you can get your hands on and do a test of system X diamond that they advertise as "lifetime" ceramic coating? I'm curious whenever I hear lifetime if it actually works. They also have a 6yr which would be more apples to apples with the Duraslic or ROAR? Keep up the awesome reviews!

[@scottmacewen4608]

Great vid Pan…going to give the SiC a spin..would a 30 ml bottle do 2 mid sized cars, giving each 2 coatings?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

That would be near the limit. Perhaps get two 30 ml bottles, or one 50 ml to be safe. I don't know how much you use. Everyone is different in the quantity they use. Thanks for watching Scott!

[@mattheviewer]

Helpful info as always..thaks, Pan ! Selection is becoming dizzying - hard to figure out what to work with. Would also be helpful if you or associates someday do commentary on "dealer applied" finishes (paint and glass sealers) - any good? : my personal experience with Allstate "brand" was paint sealant proved short lived and 2-part glass sealer excelled in gluing wipers to windshield.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

If by "dealer applied" you mean the cheap crap they use at car dealerships before they deliver a brand new car to a customer, I would stay away from that! In fact, when I buy a new car every three years, I make it clear to the sales rep that I only want the car to be washed so I can inspect it on delivery. No waxes, no sealants on the paint, no interior dressing, no tire dressing, NOTHING. I want to bring it home and detail it myself.

[@mattheviewer]

@@PanTheOrganizer I wonder how CarPro SIC compares to Opti-Coat Pro SIC coatings (like your Pro +) ?

[@gerardgibson9252]

Hi Pan, Ok, I finally got around to trying the Cquartz SIC coating. After preparing my car with paint correction, polishing to a bare paint with my Rupes LHR15, I applied my first coat in warmer weather, given the summer temps. I used the typical cross hatch application method and the flash time for me was approx 2-3 minutes, after that it was too grabby. I applied the second coat the day after in the early am when the temp's were a bit cooler, and the second coat went on much easier, more slicker. Now I am letting the car cure and harden, but used ArmorShield as a base (all I had), then ordered the SIC, and applying two coats, my paint looks like it has 2 coats of Gliss, that's how glossy and slick it is right now. So, a bit difficult to get the flash time just right, but once I had this nailed down, the process went quick. I looked at U.K 3.0 and SIC but since the cost was only $7.00 difference, decided to try the SIC. I was skeptical of the flash timeframe, however, after applying, and making triple sure no high spots were left behind, I have to say, I am so far, happy with the results. Having ArmorShield as my base (2 years warranty with proper maintenance), and 2 coats of SIC @ 18 months, I'd say I am covered for the next 3.5 years, just use Reload for maintenance. So there's my real time experience using this product. No need to use Gliss at this point, but have it just in case down the road. Thanks.

[@stealthhtm23]

can this SIC be used as a stand alone coating?

[@Okey_dokey]

Hello Pan. I've never Ceramic Coated my vehicle before and I'm looking forward to doing so. However, I'm stuck on how much bottles I have to get for the UK and SiC. I have a ACURA MDX(SUV). Thank you.

[@alvin3502]

How do you actually topped uk 3.0 with sic?... You could definitely do a video showing and teaching how to do that

[@PanTheOrganizer]

It's not an officially supported combo from CarPro, so there are no official instructions on this. You have to find the optimal time in your conditions to find out how much time between layers.

[@carratala59]

Pan, thank you again for another outstanding and very informative and transparent video. I always look forward and appreciate to see your videos. I keep on learning.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks I appreciate it! What’s your favourite video on my channel so far?

[@carratala59]

@@PanTheOrganizer pan, all of your videos are very informative and they all bring alot to to table. What I look forward to is the information and how to apply each product you introduce.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Cool! And what country are you watching from? Hello from Canada 🇨🇦!

[@carratala59]

@@PanTheOrganizer pan, I'm from Miami, Fla. USA

[@PanTheOrganizer]

🇺🇸🙌🏻👍🏻

[@conmemos1407]

Pan my man , YES there is a Chanel that beat you to the punch on reviewing , applying and testing the new Cquartz Sic roughly about a week ago and that’ll be Car Craft Auto Detailing in Melbourne Australia. Check it out.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

As I said in the comments, this video was filmed weekes before that video came out and at the time there weren’t any reviews of it on KZbin. That’s part of the game. You never know when videos will drop. But no worries, Sandro did a great job with his video too. I actually was happy to see I wasn’t alone in noticing SiC needs a longer curing time before wiping off. :)

[@conmemos1407]

@@PanTheOrganizer Pan thanks for the reply I had no idea you were one of the first to review the product. I follow you on KZbin and wait for your videos to drop as you said. Between you and Sandro there is abundance of information tricks and tips on car dealing. Keep up the great work you do 👍

[@hamlulit]

How many ml are required for a station wagon? will 1 bottle of 30ml be enough?

[@jmwilli0577]

I just did 2 coats of of CQuartz UK 3.0 and 1 coat of CQuartz SIC with a CarPro Reload topper on a 2013 Shelby GT500. It is garage kept and not a daily driver. Do you have any idea how long it should last? I really appreciate your videos. I would not have attempted it had it not been for you. The results are fantastic! Thank you!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You should get 2 years of protection.

[@jmwilli0577]

@@PanTheOrganizer Thank you for the response.

[@brandonbdl]

Cant wait to try out this combo !

[@oneday9312]

Whats better this you are reviewing or the GLASSPARENCY GRAPHENE COATING ?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I still need more years of testing on the GlassParency as it's still fairly new and nobody was able to test it for more than 2 years yet. The CQuartz UK 3.0 has always been my favourite consumer grade ceramic coating and lasts a solid 2 years. But the GlassParency graphene coating also has its place in my annual car detailing products awards for best graphene coating, like in my most recent edition here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpynY2WLfNqdo9k

[@shopafelic]

It doesn't snow here, but we're right by the ocean. Will the SiC's better salt resistance also be beneficial, or would either of them be okay?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Either will be ok. Two exceptional coatings!

[@gsaldana87]

Great review of CQuartz SiC. I have a question: I have already applied CQuartz Uk 3.0 to my vehicle a couple of weeks ago, if I want to apply CQuartz SiC over the ceramic coat, do I have to make all the prep work? Can I apply it just by doing just chemical decontamination? what do you recommend for having a better result?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Wash, dry, IPA wipe with CarPro Eraser and apply one coat of SiC.

[@robertvanderheide1467]

Hi Pan, great video again. I followed the UK video of you last time an after 4 yrs it’s stil holding. I want to try sic because of the chemical resistance and not needing to use reload in 1h (hate that). Do you recommend the sic for just 1 layer instead of the 3.0uk? Because of costst I don’t want to use both. Looking forward to hear from you! Thanks

[@ThomasYT-]

I was excited and hoped it would be permanently bond like Opti-Coat Pro SiC.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

The costs to such a coating would probably have been 5-6 more expensive and reserved for professional use only if that was the case...

[@steevemorissette9769]

Merci pour ton excellent travail pour nous instruire dans le monde de l’esthétique automobile. Désolé pour ma question car je ne comprend l’anglais . J’aimerais savoir si je peux mettre une couche de Carpro sic après avoir mis une couche de Carpro quartz?

[@SohaibArshad89]

Hi Pan. Have been following your channel and love your videos. I am about to get a Tesla Model Y and and have already bought these two coatings. I am wondering if I can apply both/any of them to all the glasses ?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

These are paint coatings. Not to be applied on glass. Congrats on your Tesla. I made a video about detailing a new Model Y here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naDLnKZurbVohLs

[@user-jt3nf7in5w]

I have had cquartz uk on my wife’s x3 for almost a year now and while it’s a great coating it keeps getting bad water spot etching. I just put cquarts sic on my gtr let’s see how they compare in the long run. I’ll report back

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Use CarPro Spotless 2.0 to remove the water spots.

[@stealthg35infiniti94]

Pan...Here in Florida we have extreme heat and UV rays...In your opinion, what is the best choice for the DIY that doesn't want to spend too much time/money, a Graphene spray (303)or Ceramic hybrid spray(TurtleWax)?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

This one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGalm3ewftmfqJo

[@corygaines001]

So should I use one or two coats of SiC on top of 2 coats of UK 3.0?

[@gregwayne6785]

If you have to use a topper every three months, why not use a conventional sealer or wax? I’ve had terrific success over the years using Meguiars NXT with a Collinite topper twice a year. The new product seem to have better chemical resistance, but at the expense of more work in removing them when it comes time to reapply. Comments?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Watch my highly detailed and super popular video about ceramic coatings here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnSQiqOJfMaqiLc Ceramic coatings are the best forms of paint protection in my opinion.

[@biggun7]

Thanks Pan! Loving the videos. So is there a real rivalry now between Graphene and Ceramic coatings? Where do Ceramics go from here?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I don't think there's any rivalry really. It's just a variant of a coating. Wether is graphene based or silica based, in the end, they are both semi-permanent multi-year forms of paint protection. Waaaay better than any regular wax or sealant.

[@holybusiness9624]

Your BMW is the cleanest in the world. 💯🔥

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@waldoziminski1723]

Hey pan love your stuff, Have you ever made reviews on foam cannons? Which work best? And maybe coupled with a great soap to clean ? And a comparison to the best wheel iron remover? Thanks!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJvMYaxnirueitk And here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4ixn3mVl8qijaM

[@mynsxt6]

Car Craft Auto Detailing has an extensive comparison on his channel now from down under.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes Sandro did a great job with his video and it was nice to see we had pretty much the same conclusions.

[@galvinho7321]

Hi Pan, really appreciate your videos. I applied 2 layers of uk3.0 and 1 layer of SiC - great result! Recently, I had a scratch on my paint and used hand polish to remove it. However, this caused a dull spot (I guessed I had damaged the coating?) exactly on the area where I did the hand polishing. How do I repair the area and to blend in with the rest of the car paint again? Would love to hear your advice, please.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You aren't supposed to polish a ceramic coating, as you damage it and remove it that way. Abrasives in the polishes will remove a coating. There is only one polish that I know of, designed to remove light scratches and swirls on coatings. This one: bit.ly/3zr9Vah But because you already used a regular polish, you would now have to polish the entire section, use an IPA prep (like CarPro Eraser) on that panel, and recoat the entire panel.

[@mohamedali-qv6tg]

HI MR PAN I NEED TO ASK YOU ONE QUESTION PLEASE WHATS THE BEST : CARPRO two layers of uk 3.0 & one of SIC OR CARPRO TWO LAYERS OFUK 3.0 & ONE OF GLISS

[@MumaJackCheung]

Hey Pan! Love the video! Do you think to apply a layer of GLISS on top of SIC will be a good idea?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

No. Not needed. 2 coats of CQuartz UK 3.0, with on top coat of SiC and you're golden.

[@MumaJackCheung]

@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks Pan!

[@MyGuyKirby]

Use a test hood and compare UK 3.0 without a topper and then with the SIC as the topper.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Sandro did such a test here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5urmZupi8qSpa8

[@amill1563]

Hi Pan, perhaps you could review your new Iphone 12Pro and put a coating on it.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Except I have the 12 Pro Max. 🤣 Would that be ok? 🤣

[@amill1563]

@@PanTheOrganizer Yes, that's what I meant. Sounds cool for a detailer to review a phone and slap a coating on it. (even if you already did) LoL

[@amill1563]

@@PanTheOrganizer or even foam it, clay it, polish, and coat. Ya know, the usual.

[@216baja]

As always, another great video and very informative.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Paul!

[@briank.3539]

Pan, how well does this particular product store? Is it like the Avalon King, where once you open the product, there is a "use it or lose it" time table? Thanks for the video.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Typically use the coating within a year once opened. Shelf life of 1-2 if unopened and kept in stable conditions, never frozen.

[@martinfortier5393]

Bonjour Pan tu rends ma vie agréable

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci Martin!

[@joelsmith9433]

PAN!!! Thanks again for great info

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet!

[@timblackwell3196]

Great! Should you purchase the carpro with the Reload if youll be using the cquarts as the overlay on the carpro?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes, as it’s still important to apply Reload once every 2-3 months, to do a proper maintenance wash like in my popular tutorial here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r33MloOHh7J5mZo

[@louiche27]

I thibk the trio would even be better: UK base coat then SiC and top it with Gliss

[@viperrcr]

Yes Pan, test them head-to-head please!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching! How did you discover my channel?

[@trudelpatrice]

Salut Pan If put carnuba wax on top of ceramic coating, to have more mirror effect, am i loosing time ? Merci et super vidéo comme toujours.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Never apply waxes on top of ceramic coatings.

[@kennethreilly4716]

So now we're putting coatings on top of coatings? How much extra gloss or protection do you get with SiC vs just topping CQuartz UK with Reload or another SiO2 spray coating periodically? I've been using UK with Reload and occasionally Elixr as as light detailer.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

If you’re maintaining your coating regularly you don’t need to worry about a top coat. Top coats are basically longer lasting versions of Reload, maybe a bit more gloss, and a lot more chemical resistance.

[@DarrenDarren-bs2gh]

Pan you the Man!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Darren!

[@AtaboyJeep]

Bonjour Pan. J’aimerais avoir un video de ce que tu pense des protections semi-permanente comme celle vs les tradionelles(seallers et carnoba) et les entre-deux(comme Essence+, reload et hydro2. D’entrée de jeu je doit te dire que j’habite dans une ville assez pollué(Sorel). Mon point est: Serait-il mieux d’avoir un protection qui s’use, un peu, a chaque lavage(mais qui par le même fait, part avec les defaults:waterspot et contamination)? L’autre fait que j’amerais avoir ton avis… Avant d’installer un protection semi-permanente, on doit polir(et du même coup, amaincir la peinture): pas un peu contre-productif pour qqun qui veut conserver son vehicule(je parle pas de location, Evidement!😃 merci beaucoup, très apprécier

[@brianfivas6906]

After watching this it just brought up the question...what do you feel is the “slickest” topper you have used?...as always love your videos 😁

[@PanTheOrganizer]

If by topper you mean a top coat like CarPro Gliss, Gtechniq Exo V4, Gyeon Boost, etc. then CarPro SiC would be at the top of that pack. For spray on products, Bead Maker is still the slickest in my opinion.

[@brianfivas6906]

@@PanTheOrganizer you hit it perfect :) Thanks for the info...

[@jasonmoll160]

Love the combo idea. I know 2 coats for uk 3.0 first but what about Sic when used as a topper, just one coat or two as well? Thanks Pan!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Always two coats of CQUK 3.0. And you use one coat of Gliss or SiC as a topper.

[@nashvillebassist]

Would love to see a comparison to Opti-Coat Pro, since it is SiC as well.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

That wouldn't be faire. Opti-Coat Pro and Pro+ are 1000$+ pro grade 7 year coatings that can only be installed by authorized detailers. CarPro SiC is a 18-24 months consumer grade DIY coating that costs $60. You can't compare apples to oranges.

[@edmondwan5893]

Great review. SiC can also apply on lamp and chromed parts?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes

[@jzvtec9]

great video as always

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I appreciate that

[@johngerighty609]

My truck had Cquartz UK 3.0 applied around 16 months ago. Can I apply SIC as a top coat this late? I’d like to add some new protection before the winter months hit. If it can be applied this late in the coatings life can gliss be added on top of SIC? Or should I polish to remove the old coatings and start fresh? Thanks for all of your helpful videos!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes you can still apply CarPro SiC or CarPro Gliss 2.0. Although keep in mind your CQUK 3.0 is coming towards the end of its lifespan (it's a 2 year coating). Ideally you would wash, decontaminate, machine polish, CarPro Eraser wipe, and then 2 layers of CQUK and 1 layer of SiC or Gliss. But in your case, you could wash your car, use CarPro IronX to remove iron contamination, then rinse and dry it. Use CarPro Eraser to wipe the entire vehicle (it won't hurt your coating). And then apply a layer of SiC.