Detailing

[DJMattyT]

I was so close to pulling the trigger on Ceramic Coating the boat but after my new audio upgrade I just couldn’t see sinking much more in it this year. Anyway I spent about 6-7 Hours detailing her this week. 3 step process and these are the results.

 

[Elliott]

Looks good. With the results you can get from other products, I would suggest not spending the money on a ceramic coating. Despite what they claim most people will only get about two years out of a ceramic coating, unless they are having it refreshed (an additional charge) at least every year. Also with a ceramic coating you have to use special soaps and etc., and the coatings a vulnerable to water spotting.

Just the outside hull, I polished and waxed (synthetic wax / paint sealant) it with Griot's Garage One Step using a 6 inch random orbital buffer in 2.5 hours. I did it in October, and it looks almost this good today. I am sure you will have similar results. For me, a few hours caring for the finish once a year or every 9 months beats paying for a ceramic coating, and you need to buff off minor rubs and scratches anyway - something a ceramic coating will not prevent.

 

[Dean P]

Looks good. With the results you can get from other products, I would suggest not spending the money on a ceramic coating. Despite what they claim most people will only get about two years out of a ceramic coating, unless they are having it refreshed (an additional charge) at least every year. Also with a ceramic coating you have to use special soaps and etc., and the coatings a vulnerable to water spotting.

Just the outside hull, I polished and waxed (synthetic wax / paint sealant) itView attachment 93369 with Griot's Garage One Step using a 6 inch random orbital buffer in 2.5 hours. I did it in October, and it looks almost this good today. I am sure you will have similar results. For me, a few hours caring for the finish once a year or every 9 months beats paying for a ceramic coating, and you need to buff off minor rubs and scratches anyway - something a ceramic coating will not prevent.

Shines almost too good! Is that man peeing on a boat?

 

[captras]

This is not a mirror, but rather a reflection off of my hull after about 3 hours of detailing my 3 year old 242. Don't think ceramic would look any better and a hell of a lot cheaper!

 

[Chaunceybland]

What tools/products did you use? I'm thinking of grabbing a Griot's 6". I have Chemical Guys Jet Seal and some Menzerna products (1500, 4000, 4500, Polylock and Polycolor). Brand new white boat, I'm thinking it's pretty clean and I can wash and wax or sealant? Or should I go ahead and use a cleaner or something like the 4000? I'm good with cars, but no clue on a boat!

 

[Elliott]

If it is clean and shiny, you can just seal it with your favorite synthetic wax using the Griot's buffer to improve the bond.