Lets talk Paint Protection - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

harmonyp · 02-22-2015, 09:43 AM

Sounds like quite a few folks are getting into new ZL1s, me included. Wondering how many people purchase GM Paint Protection, versus DIY. For the DIY'ers, wondering what you used.

I only got Paint Protection with a car once (not GM), and I was so disappointed with it I said I'd never do it again.

Over the week after my purchase I laid down 1 coat of Klasse All-In-One, 2 coats of Blackfire Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection, and 1 coat of Blackfire Midnight Sun wax. Now, over the next weeks I plan to add a few more layers of the sealant, and then am kind of a wax-a-holic as it's one of my few "down time" efforts when I just clear my brain outside.

ZL1Kid_AL · 02-22-2015, 10:18 AM

Front rock guards. These Goodyears pick up rocks and other junk on the road when they are hot and throw them towards the rear panel and "gills" on the car. Bought mine on zl1addons.com

Josh@ARH · 02-22-2015, 11:01 AM

Do the ZL1addon rock guards stop it completely? I know with the grandsport, the quarter panel right where the rear brake duct is was getting hammered with rock chips. I had a shop apply clear bra in that area to stop any more chipping.

ZL1Kid_AL · 02-22-2015, 11:40 AM

Haven't drove the car enough with them on. Winter in Colorado sucks . I'd imagine the little bit of protection it gives is better than nothing at all

2010abmss · 02-22-2015, 11:41 AM

Rock guards for sure!! Gm Paint protection Hell no huge waste of money!! Clear bra on certain areas YES. If you give it a good polish and protect it with a good sealant such as Gtechiq Exo V2 and proper washing techniques you should have a great looking car for years!!

HDRDTD · 02-22-2015, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by harmonyp

Sounds like quite a few folks are getting into new ZL1s, me included. Wondering how many people purchase GM Paint Protection, versus DIY. For the DIY'ers, wondering what you used.

I only got Paint Protection with a car once (not GM), and I was so disappointed with it I said I'd never do it again.

Over the week after my purchase I laid down 1 coat of Klasse All-In-One, 2 coats of Blackfire Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection, and 1 coat of Blackfire Midnight Sun wax. Now, over the next weeks I plan to add a few more layers of the sealant, and then am kind of a wax-a-holic as it's one of my few "down time" efforts when I just clear my brain outside.

My dealer explained to me that 'paint protection' is really just for the person that maybe waxes their car once a year. Pretty much a lazy mans protection.

As long as you're the type that polishes and waxes your car often, it's not needed.

JD_Alaska · 02-22-2015, 12:53 PM

Applying a sealant over wax? You may want to check out the detailing section before you do that.

ZL1Kid_AL · 02-22-2015, 02:57 PM

For the price ($34.99) the rock guards from zl1addons is great quality. Easy install. No hole drilling required

unstable vic · 02-22-2015, 04:30 PM

You want to use the sealant then the wax as a topper

harmonyp · 02-25-2015, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JD_Alaska

Applying a sealant over wax? You may want to check out the detailing section before you do that.

Thanks - I didn't realize there was a detailing section - will definitely spend some time in there!!!

misterhappy · 02-25-2015, 09:46 AM

Check out opti-coat, that is what I will using before the summer.

2010abmss · 02-25-2015, 06:14 PM

misterhappy I can do a full detail on your car before the summer!! Im in san antonio

96ss1664 · 02-25-2015, 06:52 PM

I've had great results using Adams Polishes, I attached a link to the guideline they put out sometime ago and I have found it helpful.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=175005

cal45 · 02-25-2015, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1Kid_AL

For the price ($34.99) the rock guards from zl1addons is great quality. Easy install. No hole drilling required

Just received mine today in the mail and installed. Installation a breeze. Hope they help.

02-22-2015, 09:43 AM	#1
harmonyp Drives: 2015 ZL1 Silver Ice Metallic Manual Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NorCal Posts: 249	Lets talk Paint Protection Sounds like quite a few folks are getting into new ZL1s, me included. Wondering how many people purchase GM Paint Protection, versus DIY. For the DIY'ers, wondering what you used. I only got Paint Protection with a car once (not GM), and I was so disappointed with it I said I'd never do it again. Over the week after my purchase I laid down 1 coat of Klasse All-In-One, 2 coats of Blackfire Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection, and 1 coat of Blackfire Midnight Sun wax. Now, over the next weeks I plan to add a few more layers of the sealant, and then am kind of a wax-a-holic as it's one of my few "down time" efforts when I just clear my brain outside.

02-22-2015, 10:18 AM	#2
ZL1Kid_AL Drives: 2014 ZL1- Summit White M6 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Thornton, Colorado Posts: 462	Front rock guards. These Goodyears pick up rocks and other junk on the road when they are hot and throw them towards the rear panel and "gills" on the car. Bought mine on zl1addons.com __________________ 750whp @ 13psi Garage Built on Jack Stands.. 850++ 100 shot of sauce

02-22-2015, 11:40 AM	#4
ZL1Kid_AL Drives: 2014 ZL1- Summit White M6 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Thornton, Colorado Posts: 462	Haven't drove the car enough with them on. Winter in Colorado sucks . I'd imagine the little bit of protection it gives is better than nothing at all __________________ 750whp @ 13psi Garage Built on Jack Stands.. 850++ 100 shot of sauce

02-22-2015, 11:41 AM	#5
2010abmss Drives: 2010 ABM SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: TX Posts: 598	Rock guards for sure!! Gm Paint protection Hell no huge waste of money!! Clear bra on certain areas YES. If you give it a good polish and protect it with a good sealant such as Gtechiq Exo V2 and proper washing techniques you should have a great looking car for years!! __________________ Sold 2010 ABM 2SS RS. Kooks, Corsa CB

02-22-2015, 02:57 PM	#8
ZL1Kid_AL Drives: 2014 ZL1- Summit White M6 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Thornton, Colorado Posts: 462	For the price ($34.99) the rock guards from zl1addons is great quality. Easy install. No hole drilling required __________________ 750whp @ 13psi Garage Built on Jack Stands.. 850++ 100 shot of sauce

02-22-2015, 11:01 AM	#3
Josh@ARH Drives: 2013 Corvette GS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NY Posts: 123	Do the ZL1addon rock guards stop it completely? I know with the grandsport, the quarter panel right where the rear brake duct is was getting hammered with rock chips. I had a shop apply clear bra in that area to stop any more chipping.

02-22-2015, 12:53 PM	#7
JD_Alaska Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Coupe L99 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: North Pole Alaska Posts: 393 View My Garage	Applying a sealant over wax? You may want to check out the detailing section before you do that.

02-22-2015, 04:30 PM	#9
unstable vic Account Suspended Drives: 2014 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 342	You want to use the sealant then the wax as a topper

02-25-2015, 09:46 AM	#11
misterhappy Drives: 2014 ZL1 Black on Black Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 57	Check out opti-coat, that is what I will using before the summer.

02-25-2015, 06:14 PM	#12
2010abmss Drives: 2010 ABM SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: TX Posts: 598	misterhappy I can do a full detail on your car before the summer!! Im in san antonio __________________ Sold 2010 ABM 2SS RS. Kooks, Corsa CB

02-25-2015, 06:52 PM	#13
96ss1664 Drives: 1996 Z28/SS, 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Paducah, Ky Posts: 178	I've had great results using Adams Polishes, I attached a link to the guideline they put out sometime ago and I have found it helpful. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=175005 __________________ 13 Camaro ZL1 IOM #3976 96 SS Camaro #1664, 04 2500 Dirtymax ZL1 Current Mods: KOOKS 2" w/orp, BTR Stage 3 Cam, LPE 2.55, LPE 9.1, ATI Damper, LPE Isolator Coupling, LPE CAI, Ported TB/Snout/Blower, JMS BAP, ID-850, 160 T, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Elite Eng CC Gen2...