This is a good product for making your car easy to clean. That being said, it won’t protect your paint from chips and scratches like a wrap. The issue with Tesla 3 or Tesla’s in general they are a bug and stone strike magnet. Think of it this way, you just paid 60k got your Tesla getting a full wrap 3,000 to 5,000 or partial wrap 850 to 1400 is a big investment for sure. Getting stuck behind a gravel truck or being unlucky driving down the freeway behind just another car, can be the ruin of your new cars paint. The wrap will actually save your paint from these minor impacts, plus it’s also scratch resistant to a point. 1500 for a partial front end/ hood and both side genders, plus head lights is not to bad. If you amortize that over 60 months / 5 years it will cost you only .68 a day. Over 5x less than the over priced Starbucks coffee you every morning. Bottom line, it’s your car your money and your investment.
@freshdetailing37534 жыл бұрын
holysmoker10 investment?
@jmattos4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I went for the all in wrap (color change) plus PARTIAL PPF, plus ceramic coating. It wasnt cheap.... but I believe in the end the car will look great for a long time.
@alishaohara72363 жыл бұрын
Do you know of any product to protect the windshield? I already had to replace mine after only 5,000 miles and my neighbor had replaced her 3 times in less than a year. I had to wait almost 2 months for the windshield and Tesla didn’t even install it, so I truly need to protect it as much as I can. Plus the next one won’t be covered by the insurance and is $1,000.
@brianfritsch69583 жыл бұрын
Hey FTG - this was a good recommendation! I’ve been using Hydrosilex on my Tesla M3 since 2019 - I also had a partial clear wrap on the front of the car as I drive a lot of highway miles... I work with PhD chemists and they are highly skeptical of the efficacy costly ceramic coatings - honestly if it was that good GM and Ford would be selling at high gross margins and yet they’re not.... FYI Hydrosilex is safe for you clear wrap as well! Love the product. Have also used the new Turtle Wax Spray Ceramic on my wife’s new VW Tiguan - that works nice too - but don’t apply to a wrap as there’s wax and it could yellow. I think your advice is spot on... from another Frugal guy!
@MWS19605 жыл бұрын
I did the ultimate body wrap on the entire hood, bumper and mirrors, and it cost $1800 for the SunTek. By the time you put the wrap on and get the windows tinted with Spectra Photosync tint, it an overall $3000 that you add on to the cost of the Model 3. Ceramic coating is a good way to go on the Model 3. I’ve been told that the paint on Tesla’s is not as good as some other makes I.e. BMW, so important to protect.
@OldDirtyRobot5 жыл бұрын
I've wrapped the front of two of my cars. It's not hard.
@Alex.AL_263 жыл бұрын
I have used the Turtle wax ceramic spray coating and have been very happy with it. Very durable and can last 12 months with 2 coats.
@Vision33r4 жыл бұрын
If you daily drive it on the highway you should invest in a clear bra because no ceramic coating will last against constant chips and rocks within a few weeks or months. The most worst is being near dump trucks and nothing but dirt and rocks falling out of them. A clear bra has the thickest protection other than a vinyl or leather bra. I think dump trucks should be fined for not having some kind of netting or cargo protection.
@alby22335 жыл бұрын
He speaks my languages, just because you can spend these crazy amounts of money does not mean you want to. I for one will not be spending $3000 on a wrap or $1500 on a PPF wrap. Thanks for the great information, this certainly more my kind of route.
@hdtravel15 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video I am going to order this product from Amazon. I can't afford wraps and professional ceramic coatings after paying $64,000 for my model 3. This looks like a wonderful product. Thank you so much for sharing.
@kiamtey5 жыл бұрын
You should provide your amazon link. so that you get little kick back from amazon to support this channel
@GreatiDude4 жыл бұрын
What is the proper name of the product?
@JonRamvi-lq7wn3 жыл бұрын
@@GreatiDude Hydrosilex Recharge
@dnizel15 жыл бұрын
I know there is plenty of interest in ceramic coatings. But I am in agreement with others who commented that regular washing and waxing the car is going to be just fine. There are plenty of premium liquid car waxes available that clean, protect, provide a smooth surface, repel water, and make bug removal easier. I’ve had decades of success with Nu Finish, and recently tried the ICE products from Turtle Wax. And there are many more where those came from. I’m sure you will get plenty of feedback on this subject. I’d also like to say that I am enjoying all your videos. I think you are filling a necessary void by bringing some economic reality back to Tesla car ownership. So many Tesla accessories being offered for sale seem to me to be unnecessary and/or way overpriced. Admittedly, I’m old school (age 69) and maybe a bit cynical about $200 floor mats and $60 sun shades. Up to now, my only serious accessory for my Model 3 has been a vanity plate: 4GETGAZ.
@redbaron68055 жыл бұрын
That is fine as long as you do that regularly, and you started doing it when the car was new. Most people don't wash and wax their cars every weekend, for a thousand different reasons. This keeps the car pristine for a couple of years or more for people that just drive it around the corner and let the car wash guy clean it for them every couple of weeks. Also, when you buy a used car someone never waxed, the paint will be full of swirls and scratches and look terrible. A lot of the price is in the labor. They will take the car, polish the paint to a mirror finish, then seal the pristine mirror finish paint with a glass coating. It takes the car literally back in time when it rolled off the showroom floor, and will keep it in showroom condition for a couple of years, longer if you park it indoors or in a garage. I have seen this process done first hand. The results are nothing short of amazing. You have to see it to believe it.
@brianfritsch69583 жыл бұрын
David - I’m with you 100% - truly believe ceramic is snake oil - they keep saying it’s “glass”. FYI glass is made at >1000C - some places have heat lamps - laughable... you’re simply not making glass... try the Hydrosilex it’s dead easy
@sayonethihalolipavan3 жыл бұрын
Can you please do a two year update?
@Resist45 жыл бұрын
Or just use Zaino and a clay bar. I’ve used Zaino for years on other cars and rags would just slide off the hoods, after applying it. But normal waxing twice a year is good enough. Ceramic coatings are a huge waste of money and so not necessary. But nothing is going to protect the front end from rock chips, on those long distance road trips, other than those thick car bras from the 80’s. Cars are not investments and are just deprecating assets. So don’t spend a lot of money on paint protection, as I said wax twice a year is good enough and keeping your car slippery in the air will help increase the mileage.
@ChadFranzen5 жыл бұрын
Something like this should protect the whole car from rock chips... exclusivedetail.com/about-paint-protection-film
@MikeServis Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tocayo. . . I'll give it a try. It's been said we live in the Information age where ignorance is a choice. You are an excellent example of someone who makes practical use of that information. You remind me of me 🙂
@ColonelRHS5 жыл бұрын
I had three cars done with ceramic coating. My last BMW I did with Opti-coat, layering it. After 4 months of detailing , washing, and applying Opti-coat. You could park any of the ceramic coated cars next to this one, and you could not tell the difference, and you could not tell the difference in washing or removing bugs, or bird droppings. Back in the days of applying hard waxes every 4 months, for the shine look and protection, car products and paint jobs have come a long way. What the big problem you have, is loose rocks and gravel being thrown on the interstate, or a highway under repaving.
@kenrobertson82395 жыл бұрын
To note, you did not actually apply a ceramic coating. You applied a hydrophobic spray. There is a definite difference. What you are using is likely something meant to apply over a ceramic coating to help maintain it. CarPro Reload is similar. There are many full ceramic kits you can get off Amazon for under $100, like CQuartz and Gyreon. What you are using is probably not bad at all, just clarifying what it actually is.
@Clay_Maguire5 жыл бұрын
@4:40 ... Yes it is
@kenrobertson82395 жыл бұрын
That is marketing material. Product labels aren't the most reliable source. Applying true ceramic coats isn't a spray on and wipe off, and they'll typically last more than 6 months. But they are a layered approach. You apply a layer of two of ceramic, then a spray on, wipe off top coat. The product here seems more like the top coat, as I mentioned earlier. Just pointing it out for clarity. Here is a pretty good video that compares ceramic coatings and looking at the individual components of them pretty well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHnThmCYhNV8nqs
@VSS15 жыл бұрын
I just think these expensive ceramic coatings are a nonsense. Unnecessary nonsense, it's not going to change the price for your car when you sell it or part exchange it.
@kenrobertson82395 жыл бұрын
Vic Sandhu a ceramic coating is equivalent to a longer lasting wax. Wax lasts about 3 months, paint sealant lasts 6 months, and ceramic coating lasts 1-2 years. That is all. When you get one of the professional ceramic coats, the bulk of the cost is someone’s time to buff and polish the entire car. Then they top it off with a ceramic. You’re paying for a service, not a product. Ceramic coating will do nothing for the cars value. Dealerships don’t care about swirl marks, since most buyers don’t care about swirl marks. You can do paint protection film to save rock chips, but that isn’t adding value, its to retain value. For me, ceramics are about saving my time with maintenance. I can wash the car faster with all the hydrophoblics that help dirt not stick and help it wash off easily. To each their own though. You can also drive your car through a car wash every week for a few bucks and that is that. Just personal preference.
@VSS15 жыл бұрын
@@kenrobertson8239 so it doesn't add any value to the car upon trading in or returning from lease. It doesn't prevent any damage. Personally, I don't use automated car washes but hand washes are so cheap paying thousands for something that makes water run off slightly faster isn't good value to me. Paying thousands for this makes me consider the law of diminishing returns. But maybe that's just me.
@meteoro3004 жыл бұрын
Been using the product on my cars for some time now. And jus t applied it to my bAnd new Tesla M3. Couldn't be any happier.
@stillageek5 жыл бұрын
Great video quality and info. Appreciated your pace of speech. Clear and concise.
@hobblyjig5 жыл бұрын
You got a new subscriber out of this video. This is exactly what I need.
@cowdesigner5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this product. I've been seeing this product for awhile but haven't heard of anybody's review on it's performance. I'm so glad I came across your video. I'll definitely be looking into this. Thanks again!
@TColey1005 жыл бұрын
Great video! I've been waiting for a few years to purchase my Tesla which will be a reality next summer. I was leaning on something like Hydrosylix as I also did not want to spring for the professional jobs. Thanks for the info.
@rlbonham5 жыл бұрын
For a more accurate report; it would be great to see how it pans out over time. Whether you reapply regularly (how often?), on not. How long does it last? That would be key to the effectiveness vs cost. Thank you for this video!!!
@mitchellbarnow17095 жыл бұрын
Great work doing that ceramic coating yourself! It seems a lot better than doing nothing at all.
@teslablog39175 жыл бұрын
:)
@mlim85 жыл бұрын
Thx for the tip on this Hydrosilex product. Just used it over the wkend and worked great. Later purchased a 2nd but bigger 32oz bottle which is most cost effective.
@vaguira25 жыл бұрын
Helpful but would've been cool to see a before and after
@bljohn22bj2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff, I'm picking up my 3LR Thursday and will be applying this product. Can't wait
@seths60695 жыл бұрын
I love Produxa for my model S!! It is similar to what you are using. Paint is so reflective, bright and soft and sleek to the touch. Must be applied every 3-6 months if you wash every week like I do. Sounds like you found a great way to protect your paint without throwing away your money. Oh yeah, it’s really great for the glass windows too.
@ruleighdy3 жыл бұрын
I use Produxa as well but been applying it once a month....
@davidkirkham64974 жыл бұрын
Hey FrugalTesla Man! I know you stated that you didn’t have the tools & skills to do a full paint correction, however, as a diy, project, you should have done a clay bar treatment, that takes all the pollution off the painted surface before the hydro application!
@gmcenroe4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure how hydrosilex can claim their product is ceramic based since it is really silica based, which is a silicon oxide SiO2 material which is essentially microparticles of glass. Ceramic coatings are a much more complex mixture of silicon carbide and metal oxides within a polymer matrix. Hydorsilex is recommended for treatment to prolong the benefit of a ceramic coating. I don't own a Tesla, but am waiting for the Model Y. I think I would go with a partial clear wrap on the front of the car to protect the paint where rocks, bugs and debri may build up on the surface. Glad you liked your treatment though.
@reidoo2 жыл бұрын
With that bottle costing $35, it goes quick. I love hydrosilex and have used this along with their other products. It definitely works. However, re applying this every so often or few weeks on more of a set schedule can get you up to the same price of a pro ceramic install over the life of the car if comparing to the longevity of other applications. Took some shopping around but found a installer near me for under 1000 for a 5year ceramic, but also am exploring buying a more permanent solution for at home application that's between $1-200. I think it just takes reviewing how these ceramic coats are applied and attempting it yourself, but this is definitely a good product to start with to understand what it all does.
@timwong24364 жыл бұрын
A coating will not protect the car against rock chips. A paint protective film (PPF) will.
@nevanread5 жыл бұрын
Your video is super helpful. Because I am considering buying a model 3
@brianfritsch69583 жыл бұрын
Just don’t apply to a clear wrap/bra as there’s wax in it. But it is a good product!
@SEANRMZ3 жыл бұрын
Hello FYG, I am far from a pro at detailing but I have been around ceramic coating. The product you are using is great, it will give you some protection and high gloss and shine. But Its a ** recharge** meant for applying over a ceramic coating. A true ceramic coating is not to hard to do. Yes you need to buff or compound prep if needed. But there are some ceramic ( good quality ) ones that are in the 60 to 100 range. Thanks again for the great content. Sean
@curteye225 жыл бұрын
I hesitate to use the word investment for anything to do with our Tesla. We treat our Tesla just like our other ICE vehicle. We dont feel the need to maintain the paint in pristine shiny condition. Instead, we “invested” the money in a high-end tint since we are in AZ and got spectra photosync on all the glass. Yes, paint will eventually chip and get damaged. But with all the $ we spent aftermarket to improve our Tesla i felt like paint protection was just too much. Just my opinion
@lowteck19555 жыл бұрын
I did both ceramic AND PPF Living in MN means the snowy roads still makes the car filthy yes it cleans up easier and I have no regrets but I simply asked for and got $400 off as I told him he can’t exceed $3G
@bryanstone72375 жыл бұрын
I researched hydrosilek myself and came to the same conclusion. Glad to see it actually worked for someone. Much more confident when I go to buy it now! Thanks!
@SEANRMZ3 жыл бұрын
I opted for the PPF clear protectant for the front and sides, and did the rest of the Y, with a ceramic coating. I herd before getting my Y, that Tesla has a bit of work to do for the paint durability. I only had my Y for a week and drove a few miles before getting my PPF 3m film done and I already have a few stone chips. Oh well I guess we to admit, we do drive them on roads with debris.
@MrSpinnerbug3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great well explained video. I just ordered my product and some extra micro fiber cloths. Will let you know the results. Nice excellent video, down to earth information!
@Dinoraptor1015 жыл бұрын
This guy should be generously awarded by Hydrosillics... AWESOME unbiased good testimony of the product. I'm ordering it from Amazon
@TheLilbrat225 жыл бұрын
Or you can just wax your car twice a year? I have a 16-year-old car that has only been waxed once a year and the paint still looks just as shiny as newer cars. I live in AZ where the sun just ruins the clear coat and wax has done its job.
@JustinCrediblename5 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer recommends waxing it 4x per year
@HobbyistPrinter4 жыл бұрын
16 year old paint is much better than paint they apply on cars now a days.
@Kahuna_5504 жыл бұрын
A car isn't an "Investment" it's a depreciating asset.
@dyhppyx5 жыл бұрын
Frugal guy, I bought this item cuz of your video and man I'm thankful you told us about it. The stuff is amazing. Water beaded off my car like there was an invisible shield and the surface was pure glass after I dried it. Thank you. How long did your layer last before you had to reapply?
@FrugalTeslaGuy5 жыл бұрын
I started with two layers (1 week apart) and now maintain it with a "fresh" layer every 4 to 6 weeks.
@cristianfederico24115 жыл бұрын
The best protection is clear wrap.
@hdtravel15 жыл бұрын
Too expensive to do wraps - we are frugal here
@VisionCommunications4 жыл бұрын
The actual paint is not being affected. It is the clearcoat that is being protected.
@Swaggiemonster3124 жыл бұрын
i had ceramic coat on my Mercedes C class, made the pain look brand new.. lasted however only about 3 months where i live, Iceland has a lot of dirt and snow on the roads and salt, thus it only lasted me 3 months.. i will do it myself when i get myself a Tesla for sure.. which will hopefully be soon. oh and i paid about 2000 dollars for the ceramic coat here in Iceland.. most expensive i have seen here is about 4500$ yes.. for ceramic coating.
@Electron_Addict5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information and the video. Right now I have the money to pay for a wrap and ceramic coating. But, I will be retiring sooner than later and I may not have the funds in 5 or even 10 years when it needs to be reapplied.
@davidfyola99164 жыл бұрын
If you had used a clay bar and water before you put on the coating the results would have been even better. The clay bar process pulls out any contaminants from your paint. That’s part of the expense from a pro, however, it’s easy to do yourself.
@olivertorres10735 жыл бұрын
Thanks FTG. Great information. I glad I now have a good less expensive option to protecting my paint on my Model S.
@civiren2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I ll do the diy. They should sponsor you.
@StormsparkPegasus3 жыл бұрын
I already got a bottle of ceramic coating (not this brand but a similar one). Going to apply it as soon as I bring my Model 3 home. Should be in May.
@lijie64315 жыл бұрын
Real frugal people use Mothers ceramic spray coating
@carssucksince1800s4 жыл бұрын
And it does have good reviews for $20 on Amazon. Thank you.
@jclmiller474 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the helpful video. I am going to try your frugal solution first. Many thanks!
@EpicBenjo5 жыл бұрын
The intro is like Like Tesla
@dantipton79825 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about it now after 6 months later
@buckZor4 жыл бұрын
He feels SO GOOD about it he can't be bothered to reply to comments on his own video. ;)
@manny47074 жыл бұрын
@@buckZor this video is from 2018????
@WesMann4 жыл бұрын
Exactly... Let's see how he feels after the honeymoon phase of the product.
@jayz30004 жыл бұрын
You can totally teach yourself to apply ceramic coating. It’s worth it and there are many good options that are way better than these sprays. I just did a model Y for a co worker and he loves it
@henrimoulin72043 жыл бұрын
Great, Thank you for sharing, I wish I knew about the Hydrosilex product earlier, I did the Ceramic treatment in 2019 for AU $1500.
@BorndetailersTv3 жыл бұрын
Owners pride ceramic coating is what we are doing the performance is insane.
@raydavies62365 жыл бұрын
Ceramic coating = Fabric protection for a new age of suckers Just wax your car by hand once or twice a year.... My 20 year old New England beater had zero rust on it and the paint looked pretty good still.
@BobbieGWhiz Жыл бұрын
Wax is fine, but ceramic sprays are very cheap these days (eg. Turtlewax), easier to apply than wax and work every bit as good or better. They provide a very shiny surface that makes cleaning easier, but provide no protection from rock chips, unlike PPF.
@milroypaul4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the ceramic coating tip!!! - great videos
@kjdyatta5 жыл бұрын
good idea to clay car as well as wash before first coat. helpful vid.
@HobbyistPrinter4 жыл бұрын
I do wonder how much the bottle cost and how long it lasts til you need to buy a new one. I install a 7 year coating with a warranty that goes on your Carfax. which when you break it down monthly only costs 12 dollars a month for those 7 years.
@ralphcramden5 жыл бұрын
There's an alternative. It starts with W and ends with X. Frugal and it works. If you do it the right way you only need to use about once a year.
@CYCLEGAMER15 жыл бұрын
Ralph Cramden why the code letters??
@ralphcramden5 жыл бұрын
@@CYCLEGAMER1 WAX. It just seemed that the whole thing was overblown, making a video, when all he needed to do was wax his damn car. Like I said, if you learn how to do it right, plain old paste wax will last a year.
@htn12545 жыл бұрын
I am as frugal as anyone in spending any amount on anything. Thank you for your excellent experience with this product, I am waiting for the standard range Model 3 and will use Hydrosilex Recharge as soon as I will receive it next year(after 3 years waiting). One question: Where did you buy this Hydrosilex Recharge ?
@htn12545 жыл бұрын
My mistake, I saw your link to the company in respond to ClayDayz's question. Thanks.
@mikevachon87525 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't recommend that as it is a maintenance story for cars that have been ceramic coated and it even says Recharge in the name. Look into a synthetic sealant or DIY ceramic coating.
@toptobottom2475 жыл бұрын
Well, I saw my first Tesla Model 3 in person today rolling thru my town. Instantly I was like 👀and the owner a young girl was like 😒and after she shot off the line like a ghost I felt like 😁👍.
@aruntherealtor5 жыл бұрын
Very good informational Video. Please dont keep repeating you are not rich to spend $$. Getting up healthy everyday is the richest thing a man can have.
@FrugalTeslaGuy5 жыл бұрын
Very true Arun. My wife reminds me to be grateful for what we have. :-)
@billligon40053 жыл бұрын
I really don't want to 'protect' my paint, in two years when I want a 'new' car -- I'll have it wrapped. I'll start looking now, I do think $6K is way too much. So hoping that mucho competition will mediate that price.
@ryan.stutzman4 жыл бұрын
The "ceramic surface coating" on the label of the bottle is saying this bottle is a coating for a ceramic surface. Not that this product creates the ceramic surface. So no, this isn't the same as a ceramic coating.
@rudypetines16454 жыл бұрын
Good thoughts,and advice thanks again.
@teslatalk420694 жыл бұрын
Did ceramic coating and I would recommend it 100%
@jamaalknight5 жыл бұрын
I bet Frugal is like man, I should have waited now that the white color is free aka standard
@toptobottom2475 жыл бұрын
I could still see some rub marks. I would definitely use a high speed buffer and proper polishing pad to finish it off properly.
@rogerpoppen26514 жыл бұрын
How about a year later? This stuff gets mixed reviews.
@JoshuaM233 жыл бұрын
I second this - how has the product performed over the long term?
@serbanmike5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your views here.I guess if you did this ceramic immediately after you bought your car it would have been better. With the Hydrosilex or any other coating on a newly applied paint you actually close some micropores which are on the surface and perhaps even out some of the microbumps on the paint surface. Great job ! Thanks for sharing.
@OldDirtyRobot5 жыл бұрын
Do some research. You can apply a ceramic coating yourself. Hell, you can even install a clear bra yourself. Detailers have to make a living, but the skill ceiling for this stuff is grossly overstated.
@stevekillingbackglobalreal16704 жыл бұрын
Thank you. You just made my decision for me. I’m waiting to take delivery of my Model 3 LR AWD, delivery is delayed!! I’ve been researching ceramic or wrap options but really don’t want to spend the much $$. I’ve had several new luxury cars, currently Audi S4 & Q5, but have never wrapped or had a pro-ceramic cost applied. I have used HydoSilex on my Audi and loved the results. I’ll definitely use it on the Tesla, especially after seeing your video, I’ll just have to be diligent and make sure I do it regularly to create the multi-layers Thank you for all your great, informative videos. Cheers, Steve.
@saigopalkodi5 жыл бұрын
Great video!! Thanks for research and sharing your experience.
@irwinjasper27314 жыл бұрын
are you satisfied with hydrosilex after more than 1 year
@jersey-dude4 жыл бұрын
you got me at 1400 is a lot of $, i need to hear what you've got to say, liked and sub'd
@NickoSwimmer4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video! I've been wondering what type of coating to apply myself.
@FrugalTeslaGuy5 жыл бұрын
$35.00 for a 16 oz. bottle of Hydrosilex Recharge. www.hydrosilex.com/pages/shop
@1winlock3 жыл бұрын
Would regular car wax fill in those pours? I understand it may only last a year until reapplication is needed.
@Teslastorymma5 жыл бұрын
good for you. im glad you went this route instead of doing the same as everyone else. where can i get that product?
@techietaff57824 жыл бұрын
Always great videos - thanks. Would love to know more about your washing routines- what do you use and the steps you take. Appoliges if you’ve done a video on this , I haven’t come across it yet. M
@hmattsmith80245 жыл бұрын
I want to echo my appreciation for the frugality bias of this series of DIY suggestions. Keep it up! Like many, I was shocked at having to spend so much to get this car, but I intend to keep it for many years and so I want to take care of it as best I can. After bringing it home, I washed it (in 40 degree weather), went over it with the Hydrosilex Rewind and then applied Recharge. The surface of my car is as slick as ice almost - I try to put some papers or my cell phone on the slightly canted surface and they slide right off. One question - prior to applying the 2nd and 3rd coats of the Recharge - what sort of prep did you do? Just wash with soap and water? Just spray? I emailed the manufacturer and have yet to here back from them. Thanks.
@FrugalTeslaGuy5 жыл бұрын
Washed as usual making sure it was bug and tar free and applied Hydrosilex. Side note. With regular applications washing it is a breeze. I use my pressure washer to give it a good rinse, then use a soap canon. I let the soap sit for a minute or so and then rinse off without any scrubbing. Once it's rinsed off I dry it off and have clean car! I do this once a week and so far so good. However, once the rainy season kicks in, I'm sure I'll have to scrub a little bit.
@hmattsmith80245 жыл бұрын
Addendum: No response from the maker's of Hydrosilex but I found that re-washing the car with a product formulated for cars caused me to lose much of the smoothness and luster of the first application of the Hydrosilex Recharge. So, I'm presuming that Mr. Frugal Tesla Guy is likely simply pressure washing in between applications of his product. Let me know if I'm incorrect.
@JGallis5 жыл бұрын
Thanks to people like you im going to buy this product
@geoffneagle37265 жыл бұрын
Great product review. Based on your thoughts im going to give it a try. My wife will be very happy that I'm not spending $2k getting it done but someone else.
@relativeus4 жыл бұрын
You should wash the car thoroughly before applying EACH layer of the product, is that correct?
@Electruver4 жыл бұрын
People who do not have the money do not buy Teslas. They buy Toyotas.
@PSHAKES1004 жыл бұрын
Thank you I will be doing this to my model Y
@wakeywarrior5 жыл бұрын
Interesting thanks, you can also buy that stuff here in UK.
@luidiaz1185 жыл бұрын
Thank you just so you know my car is just like yours and it looks like yours has a misalignment on the passenger’s side fender to bumper and hood I had same problem I took it to the service center and they fixed it,,,just so you know !!
@eddiecuevas10854 жыл бұрын
What is the difference to a good wax?
@JohnVanderbeck4 жыл бұрын
It should absolutely not cost 1500 for a ceramic coating. 1k at most, generally you an get it even cheaper than that.
@noelyboy69693 жыл бұрын
Getting mine done next week
@SWTrailsAndWheels5 жыл бұрын
I have used Fusso Coat 12 month wax on my Honda S2000. Several months into my first application and water still beads off as though just applied. I wonder how this product would compare?
@Inpreesme3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@drlessismore3 жыл бұрын
Play in 1.5X speed. You are welcome.
@scott0408774 жыл бұрын
So after using the DIY coating for a while, do you still think it has helped and would you still recommend over paying $2k to a detailer to have a professional coat? And do you have to handwash at all times or can you put it through a touch less car wash?
@JAMcDonald14 жыл бұрын
Any long term comparisons of usual (good) care, ie wash, good protective treatment eg wax or polymer with wrap or ceramic?
@clarkosaurus5 жыл бұрын
Another way to interpret "ceramic surface coating" is that it is a coating for ceramic surfaces.
@nathangonzalez52553 жыл бұрын
So, the title is very misleading. You didn’t even get it ceramic coated. Sorry but that stuff out of a spray bottle is not the same.
@bludgett4 жыл бұрын
How does it last when going thru a car-wash (not the touchless one) as those up north with Winter conditions, car wash machines are standard weekly visits.
@alaaa17942 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking diy ceramic coating after I check prices in my area for ppf and professional service c coating
@thomasjacques52865 жыл бұрын
did you apply it to your glass? If so how happy are you?