Ceramic Coating Prep Process What Should We Do? Episode #810

In this episode, Marshall and Nick discuss the process of prepping for ceramic coating. They emphasize the importance of efficiency in the prep process and highlight the common ways people waste time. They also address the variables that can affect the prep process, such as working in a shop or as a mobile unit. The guys discuss the debate of whether to fuego or wash first, and the different wash methods available. They also cover the use of steam in the wash process and the debate surrounding it. The episode concludes with a discussion on choosing the right clay for the job and the order of clay and iron decon in the prep process. In this episode, Nick and Marshall discuss the process of prepping a vehicle for ceramic coating. They cover topics such as the importance of claying, when to clay before or after drying, and the drawbacks of using clay lubes and detail sprays. They also emphasize the significance of achieving naked paint and the role of paint correction in the coating process. The conversation delves into the variables involved in correction, the importance of panel prep, and the choice of towels for different steps. The episode concludes with a preview of the next episode on applying ceramic coating. Takeaways Efficiency is crucial in the ceramic coating prep process to save time and effort. Variables such as working in a shop or as a mobile unit can affect the prep process, but the overall process remains largely the same. The order of wash and clay can vary, but it is important to get the car as clean as possible before moving on to other steps. Choosing the right clay for the job and assessing the level of iron contamination are important considerations in the prep process. Clay the vehicle while it is wet to remove contaminants effectively. Avoid using clay lubes and detail sprays to achieve naked paint. Consider the level of correction needed based on the condition of the paint. Proper panel prep is crucial for a successful ceramic coating application. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Efficiency 00:30 The Significance of Ceramic Coating Prep 01:26 Ways to Improve Efficiency in Prep 04:12 Considerations for Different Types of Cars 05:23 The Wash Process and Efficiency 06:22 Debate: Fuego or Wash First? 08:03 Choosing the Right Wash Method 09:38 The Role of Steam in the Wash Process 10:44 The Debate on Using Steam 11:43 The Importance of Getting the Car Clean 12:42 The Two-Bucket Method vs. the One-Bucket Method 14:26 The Next Step After Washing 15:58 Choosing the Right Clay for the Job 19:43 Assessing the Need for Iron Decon 21:52 Considering the Level of Iron Contamination 22:21 Other Contaminants Clay Can Remove 23:55 Introduction to Clay Process 24:14 Claying Before or After Drying 24:52 Benefits of Claying While Wet 25:22 Avoiding Clay Lubes and Detail Sprays 26:03 Importance of Achieving Naked Paint 27:11 Choosing the Right Towel for Drying 28:12 The Hill to Die On: Paint Correction 29:12 When to Correct and When Not to Correct 30:38 The Moment of Truth: Full Correction 31:10 The Role of Oxidation in Coating Bonding 32:08 The Importance of Removing Oxidation 33:28 Choosing the Right Level of Correction 34:26 The Shift to One-Step Correction 36:26 Variables in the Correction Process 37:45 Next Steps After Correction 39:20 Washing or Panel Prepping After Correction 40:35 The Importance of Panel Prep 41:05 Choosing the Right Towel for Panel Prep 41:50 The Process of Wiping with Panel Prep 44:45 The Importance of Proper Panel Prep 45:18 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview