I just put a ceramic coating on my Performance 3, and am really happy with it. But I still want to do a little more than just hose it off. As good as it is, some dirt will stay on it with the garden hose, particularly nearer the bottom of the car. I was thinking about getting a Sun Joe electric pressure washer because I like the way you can mix in a car cleansing mix while washing the car. Quick question for the group is whether it is OK to pressure wash a car with ceramic on it? Thanks
Washing Car w/Ceramic Coating
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We have a Sun Joe and we use it all the time. Both of our cars have ceramic coating and the pressure wash combined with the soap dispenser has worked quite well. That is what the company that installed the coating recommended. We use a hot air blower to dry so that we don’t have to rub towels on the car.
Big Earl
bnkwupt
This stuff is great for regular car washes. It's my preferred wash method with ceramic coating (and on our cars without it).
https://www.amazon.com/Optimum-NR2010Q-Rinse-Wash-Shine/dp/B00D8DR0AO
https://www.amazon.com/Optimum-NR2010Q-Rinse-Wash-Shine/dp/B00D8DR0AO
Burrito
Member
Thanks for all the replies. Interested to hear what kind of air dryer you use. For the poster’s question on ceramic, I used Tint World in Cary NC and they did a great job.
Big Earl
bnkwupt
I got this one and it likely will work like the video for you if your ceramic coated.
I'd caution those without ceramic coating or some other treatment that the $280 is better spent on a treatment. My car has not been treated with anything yet so it only really effective in spots where water beads vs sheeting. I going to fork out for the ceramic coating over the holidays.. maybe.
I'd caution those without ceramic coating or some other treatment that the $280 is better spent on a treatment. My car has not been treated with anything yet so it only really effective in spots where water beads vs sheeting. I going to fork out for the ceramic coating over the holidays.. maybe.
Check out esoteric.com and Kamikaze coatings. Just did an ISM cost on my model 3 this weekend and it was super easy.
Here’s a primer by a average Joe who has spent way much on coatings.
https://budgetplan1.wordpress.com/glass-quartz-ceramic-coatings/#MYBEST
Here’s a primer by a average Joe who has spent way much on coatings.
https://budgetplan1.wordpress.com/glass-quartz-ceramic-coatings/#MYBEST
Thanks I'll read it. I don't have the proper setup for detailing so pretty much I'm forced to go Pro for something like Ceramic.
If professionally done, you need to follow the instructions given to you by the shop that applied your ceramic. If you wash the car differently you could void the warranty on it.
joebruin77
Member
For a rinseless wash, I second the vote for ONR or ONR with wax.
For a traditional wash, I would recommend :
The Last Soap - Wash, Detox, and Seal All in One
From the product description:
"Helps extend the life of expensive, professionally installed ceramic coatings if you have those installed on your vehicle."
For a traditional wash, I would recommend :
The Last Soap - Wash, Detox, and Seal All in One
From the product description:
"Helps extend the life of expensive, professionally installed ceramic coatings if you have those installed on your vehicle."
What product do they use, do you know? And did you get ppf there as well, or just the ceramic?
And if you don't mind sharing, can you provide what it cost? I have a Tint World in my area and I'm considering using them as well.
My car detailer recommended not using this product unless the car is wrapped. They did not recommend the product for Ceramic Pro or non-treated cars due to potential scratching and swirls.
JasontheBeaver
Jason Barker
I would venture to guess that your detailer is not a Certified Detailer with The IDA, because that advice is absolutely wrong, and goes against our industry standard for caring for vehicle paint finishes.
JenniferH
Member
I think it was called 9H nano ceramic coating and I did a PPF as well on the front of the car. Also did tint as well on all windows, including glass roof, except for front windshield. Total was about $2500
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