Model 3 Canada - Confirmed Orders Only thread

[ksumnole]

Ok, I've been debating asking this question, now I'm gonna do it...

I'm not a car guy. Not at all, in any way. I got this car cause I think it's necessary to save the planet, and the more ppl spreading the word, the better.

So my question is -- how much difference does any of the above make? Is it all just to keep your car clean and shiny? Or does something on the above list provide rust protection or some other benefit as well? Just wondering if this is all appearance based, or if there are other benefits involved as well.

Basically clay bar and iron decontaminating followed with polishing will make your car very shiny because you remove all contaminants in the paint and get rid of any clear coat scratches and swirl marks.
Then ceramic will make shine even more, make your car hydrophobic and will provide a very thin layer of protection. This will not protect like a wrap will protect, but it will help stop surface scratching from washing or running your hand over the paint.

 

[Mobsidian]

Took me about 5 hours to complete. @vidya_sagar has posted the products I used a few posts above.

Which polisher did you use for the polishing?
What was the sequence of all the items listed?
Did you use a pressure washer with the foam cannon or can that be attached to a garden hose too?
Thanks!

 

[Buggle]

Basically clay bar and iron decontaminating followed with polishing will make your car very shiny because you remove all contaminants in the paint and get rid of any clear coat scratches and swirl marks.
Then ceramic will make shine even more, make your car hydrophobic and will provide a very thin layer of protection. This will not protect like a wrap will protect, but it will help stop surface scratching from washing or running your hand over the paint.

ok thanks

 

[markol]

Should IronX be done before claying? I'd assume it'd make claying easier after removing the iron deposits.

 

[ksumnole]

Should IronX be done before claying? I'd assume it'd make claying easier after removing the iron deposits.

I did it before. Not sure if that is correct but my reasoning was the same as yours.

 

[ksumnole]

Which polisher did you use for the polishing?
What was the sequence of all the items listed?
Did you use a pressure washer with the foam cannon or can that be attached to a garden hose too?
Thanks!

I just used a cheap simoniz polisher.

Sequence was
Pressure wash
Foam cannon soak
Pressure wash
Foam cannon and wash with microfibre mit
Dry
Iron x
Rinse
Clay bar
Rinse
Polish
Wipe with IPA
Ceramic coat
Reload wipe and buff

Make sure you have plenty of microfibre cloths. I went through at least a dozen during the process.

 

[03DSG]

Ok, I've been debating asking this question, now I'm gonna do it...

I'm not a car guy. Not at all, in any way. I got this car cause I think it's necessary to save the planet, and the more ppl spreading the word, the better.

So my question is -- how much difference does any of the above make? Is it all just to keep your car clean and shiny? Or does something on the above list provide rust protection or some other benefit as well? Just wondering if this is all appearance based, or if there are other benefits involved as well.

Here are some great tips to get you started. Looks overwhelming but in the long run most just wash and dry weekly.

http://www.detailedimage.com/guide/AutoDetailingGuide.pdf

 

[AAAA]

Ugh they jus rescheduled me to Saturday from tomorrow. These guys are brutal I’m on like week 14 no car ! Renting still. Took the day off and even rented a car for 200 bucks. Not happy.

 

[Tony_YYZ]

Ugh they jus rescheduled me to Saturday from tomorrow. These guys are brutal I’m on like week 14 no car ! Renting still. Took the day off and even rented a car for 200 bucks. Not happy.

Possible delay of sport wheel cars? Someone else just posted he got delayed to Saturday as well today. They also have 19s.

 

[TDog]

Check this out: I configured/ordered my Model 3 on Friday, June 1st, and today (Monday, June 4th) I already have my VIN (through charger shopping cart) and an email from Tesla saying the car is finishing production.

I think they're definitely pushing as much capacity as possible to Canada. VIN is 320XX

 

[Tony_YYZ]

Check this out: I configured/ordered my Model 3 on Friday, June 1st, and today (Monday, June 4th) I already have my VIN (through charger shopping cart) and an email from Tesla saying the car is finishing production.

I think they're definitely pushing as much capacity as possible to Canada. VIN is 320XX

 

[Costas]

Also hit a bit of an annoying and maybe worrying snag: Flight from Ottawa booked for tomorrow morning for 11am pickup. Got the call an hour ago 'Unfortunately your Tesla has been damaged in transport, we think just superficially but are having our body shop look it over'. So obviously super frustrating; the 'we think just superficially' is a little worrying; and the possibility of this pushing beyond the election and risking the 14k rebate is truly scary. On a related note I sold my old car today in anticipation of the new one tomorrow. Argh!

 

[TDog]

I'm sorry! I was holding strong for AWD, but I saw a Model 3 out in the wild last Friday and combine that with the uncertainty of the rebate, I caved and configured.

 

[Tony_YYZ]

I'm sorry! I was holding strong for AWD, but I saw a Model 3 out in the wild last Friday and combine that with the uncertainty of the rebate, I caved and configured.

Haha, I'm just messing around about the crazy ride we've all been on lately.

I just saw my first 3 on the road today. So excited for tomorrow.

 

[Veedio]

Haha, I'm just messing around about the crazy ride we've all been on lately.

I just saw my first 3 on the road today. So excited for tomorrow.

What time are you tomorrow? I’m at 9:00. May see you there (assuming neither of us gets the dreaded call in the next 12 hours)

 

[Flexbomb]

What time are you tomorrow? I’m at 9:00. May see you there (assuming neither of us gets the dreaded call in the next 12 hours)

Shutting off my phone now.

 

[Tony_YYZ]

What time are you tomorrow? I’m at 9:00. May see you there (assuming neither of us gets the dreaded call in the next 12 hours)

11am. Yeah really hoping my phone doesn't ring between now and then!

 

[AAAA]

Possible delay of sport wheel cars? Someone else just posted he got delayed to Saturday as well today. They also have 19s.

Ya probably these damn 19s are the Bain of my existence!!!!

 

[AAAA]

Shutting off my phone now.

lol the Second I saw a name iv never seen I was as like ohhhhh nooooes. And the dude was like hi I’m from tesla. Never good.

 

[Linamani]

lol the Second I saw a name iv never seen I was as like ohhhhh nooooes. And the dude was like hi I’m from tesla. Never good.

Oh man. I'm super worried now that the phone will ring any second.. scheduled for tomorrow at 2:45pm with 19" wheels. Also got non refundable train tickets