cquartz

I just got my order in tonight, got the CQuartz Sample Kit thingy and a 400mL ReLoad! I am more psyched about the ReLoad spray sealant.

A full piece of paper with directions is included with the kit. Directions say to polish and clay if necessary, and then wipe down the paint with IPA 1:1 as the paint needs to be free and clear of any wax/sealant/oils/etc. just bare paint.

Then apply the CQuartz, let it dry for 10 minutes, then wipe down with MF, and then let cure for 12 hours. I would imagine that if you want to layer the product, you would have to do it immediately after the cure time, no driving the vehicle or QDing or anything.

 

I wanna do CQuartz on the windshield of the Honda.

 

Emile, updated info has arisen due to cold temp testing. A cure time of between 1 and 3 hours is recommended depending on the temperature. (50 degrees or so let it cure for 3 hours prior to 2nd coat). Also, do not remove it for about 20 minutes or even up to 30 minutes if the temp is lower. This is not a product you want to apply in your driveway if the temp is just barely above freezing. A minimum of 50 degrees will work much better. The cleaner the surface, the better. A 90/10 mix of IPA/Dawn is recommended to remove all oils which may still be on the surface. Any other questions, pls let me know.

 

You're welcome; I have changed my approach as well given his suggestion.

 

Got my order in today. I might try it tomorrow on roof and windshield but probably not gona happen, want to do hood first which I have to finish wetsanding

 

I would do 5 IPA wipedowns to ensure a clean finish, thats just me.

 

So it's 90% IPA and 10% Dawn with no water?

 

i use a paint prepping solvent cleaner once, that's just me :headbang:

 

90/10 IPA with dawn soap works perfect for me

 

Are you guys putting the IPA in a spray bottle with the Dawn? I will probably do this as well.

 

:thumb:

 

I might be interested in this as I take my truck offroading and those little branches can make marks. This might help.

 

Correct.

 

I hunk I messed up application went well but now I noticed that it looks like oils from wax should I apply second coat and it will fix it?
Only can be seen under regular light. I'll post pics when I get home

 

Misha, pics would help. How long did you let it dry/cure before wiping it off? It should wipe off clean and clear. Did you clean the surface with IPA? Did you add a bit of Dawn to it like what's being advised? I don't know if a 2nd coat will help or not; I suspect not. Post the pics and I'll have Avi take a look and advise you. I've only used it a few times myself. The colder temps require longer dry and cure time.

 

applied on roof, it was wetsanded with 2000 and 3000 grit, polished with 105 and 203 and 85rd, IPA 3 times then applied cquartz. i think couse i applied it and then went over again second time like 5-10 min later trying to smooth it out. temp was 75F. ill post pics in half hour

 

here is what mine looks like


without flash it looks fine even under gas station bright lights


looks like i did same as this guy
C.Quartz - Initial thoughts - Detailing World

what does he mean by SRP?

 

Autoglym Super Resin Polish.

 

Autoglym Super Resin Polish

 

Anything else like m105 or menzerna polishes?