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Old Dec 11, 2019 | 03:32 PM
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a good coating to put on a 2014 other than the Ceramic which I heard is not the way to go. Can not get it off in case body work is needed. Looking for something to protect from birds and tree sap.
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Without getting into the pros or cons of polymer vs ios2 coatings, let me just offer that I had extraordinary results with Blackfire Crystal Seal. Unfortunately, it is no longer available, but Blackfire has a new polymer sealant to replace it, so you might want to look into it.
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A DA polisher, polish, and a good pad will take off ceramic coating.
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I have a really hard time thinking anything one can put on cannot be taken off, especially if doing so for bodywork.
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A DA polisher, polish, and a good pad will take off ceramic coating.
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a good coating to put on a 2014 other than the Ceramic which I heard is not the way to go. Can not get it off in case body work is needed. Looking for something to protect from birds and tree sap.
Ceramic coating is easily removed with polishing or correction then polished if necessary.
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Originally Posted by Jerrys-1LT
Without getting into the pros or cons of polymer vs ios2 coatings, let me just offer that I had extraordinary results with Blackfire Crystal Seal. Unfortunately, it is no longer available, but Blackfire has a new polymer sealant to replace it, so you might want to look into it.
Blackfire paint sealant FTW - super slick, easy to use and fairly inexpensive.



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