Opti-seal gurus? got a question:P

[kaotikdt]

Hello fellas, so I took delivery on my opti-seal and I already got 2 cars to detail. One is not a problem as it will be a full correction. However the other is just a wash and seal. I don't quite like those for obvious reasons, but my customers like it so whatever. My questions are as follow



#1 if there are no corrections done to the car do you recommend applying opti-seal? The lady has taken excellent care of the vehicle as she waxes it regularly but is disappointed w the people she used to take the car to. Car has a few swirls and is a pearl white.



#2 how long should I wait for a second application of opti-seal? how long does optiseal take to cure? I've heard about 12 hours? I will have the second car for about 4 days and I'm planning to have at least 1 coat of opti and top it off w supernatural.



Thanks guys!!!!



Any suggestions are welcome!!!

 

[imported_mobenzowner1]

1. - optiseal will not make the swirls worse, nor will it hide them. It can be used over waxes and still provide good durability & protection. It looks nice on white as well.



2. - Wait about 2 hrs and you can put on another coat, although probably 8 hrs or so would be optimum.

 

[kaotikdt]

1. - optiseal will not make the swirls worse, nor will it hide them. It can be used over waxes and still provide good durability & protection. It looks nice on white as well.



2. - Wait about 2 hrs and you can put on another coat, although probably 8 hrs or so would be optimum.

Im planning to clay the car as she is a very potential customer so I will clay the car for free. I was wondering since the bottle says to prepare the paint. Thanks



As of the other car I think I will let it "cure" over night due to the time I have on my side in order to ensure full chemical bonding, but thanks for the help!

 

[Kean]

....the average wait time seems to be around 30 minutes when applying a 2nd coat simply to ensure adequate coverage. While perhaps not fully cured at this point, it is dry and the next application will help provide a complete, uniform layer. I believe Scottwax doesn't even wait that long in most cases (more like 15 minutes). If you were going to top it or add consecutive coats (layer), then I would probably give it the recommended 12+ hour cure time (although personally, I don’t see the need beyond 2 for coverage).



btw, I believe Optimum says to "prepare the paint" due to the simple fact that OS is a "what you see is what you get" product with no ability to hide blemishes whatsoever (as mbo pointed out).

 

[kaotikdt]

....the average wait time seems to be around 30 minutes when applying a 2nd coat simply to ensure adequate coverage. While perhaps not fully cured at this point, it is dry and the next application will help provide a complete, uniform layer. I believe Scottwax doesn't even wait that long in most cases (more like 15 minutes). If you were going to top it or add consecutive coats (layer), then I would probably give it the recommended 12+ hour cure time (although personally, I don’t see the need beyond 2 for coverage).



btw, I believe Optimum says to "prepare the paint" due to the simple fact that OS is a "what you see is what you get" product with no ability to hide blemishes whatsoever (as mbo pointed out).

Good point, yeah the second layer of OS was just for future reference. But I want to treat it that way for the Supernatural to have a more wetter look not synthetic as I've heard. I can't wait to use this product though

 

[Kean]

Good point, yeah the second layer of OS was just for future reference. But I want to treat it that way for the Supernatural to have a more wetter look not synthetic as I've heard. I can't wait to use this product though

....I just started playing around with OS myself in recent months. In my case, I'm just an enthusiast who does the occasional side job for close friends/family (as well maintaining my own vehicles). I still enjoy detailing but I'm more about efficiency/less effort in some of my product choices these days. The WOWA aspect of sealants like OS & UPGP is obviously an attractive option for someone like me. I figured I at least needed to try them out after reading all of the positive reviews.

 

[imported_DJ Mayo]

I never clay if I'm not at least using an AIO with at least a PC. How long to wait depends on weather, outdoor or indoor. If I'm in the shop, I will wait about 45min-1hr to apply the 2nd coat. The 2nd coat is only used to assure even coverage. It doesn't add to how long it last.

 

[builthatch]

#1 if there are no corrections done to the car do you recommend applying opti-seal? The lady has taken excellent care of the vehicle as she waxes it regularly but is disappointed w the people she used to take the car to. Car has a few swirls and is a pearl white.

in my opinion- while using opti-seal in that scenario seems to be limiting the potential of the detail, atleast it will help prevent additional damage. it'll trap anything that would traditionally etch.



if she 'waxes' it like you mention, wash it with dish soap at the minimum. if you are feeling ambitious, like you said claying might be a good idea after said wash, to give you the best possible surface considering the circumstances.

 

[Scottwax]

Like Kean said, you can put a second application of OS on right after the first coat to ensure full coverage. I'd do that and then again the next day. Not sure I'd top it, really looks wet on its own. I had a customer who was watching me apply OS to his 335 coupe and he said it looked like I was wiping on "wetness".

 

[Mobilejay]

Yeah, OS isn't like the traditional sealant. OS won't leave a synthetic look, but I'm sure it will look great if you top it with SN



BTW Scott, since you are not allowing PM's, thanks for the refferals.

 

[kaotikdt]

I never clay if I'm not at least using an AIO with at least a PC. How long to wait depends on weather, outdoor or indoor. If I'm in the shop, I will wait about 45min-1hr to apply the 2nd coat. The 2nd coat is only used to assure even coverage. It doesn't add to how long it last.

Even though the vehicle is well maintained, it feels rough. I doubt that the place where she takes it clays it, so I want to take advantage of it as well. Also if I go w the OS I don't want to seal the paint w contaminants embedded. Thanks for the suggestion:xyxthumbs

in my opinion- while using opti-seal in that scenario seems to be limiting the potential of the detail, atleast it will help prevent additional damage. it'll trap anything that would traditionally etch.



if she 'waxes' it like you mention, wash it with dish soap at the minimum. if you are feeling ambitious, like you said claying might be a good idea after said wash, to give you the best possible surface considering the circumstances.

Thats the plan, remove the most that was applied and start "fresh". Thanks!

Like Kean said, you can put a second application of OS on right after the first coat to ensure full coverage. I'd do that and then again the next day. Not sure I'd top it, really looks wet on its own. I had a customer who was watching me apply OS to his 335 coupe and he said it looked like I was wiping on "wetness".

As of a second coat on the other vehicle it will depend on how well it looks or I apply it lol, and same w the wax. However if i do decide to do a double coat then i won't use the wax at all. I can't wait to get the car though :chuckle:

Yeah, OS isn't like the traditional sealant. OS won't leave a synthetic look, but I'm sure it will look great if you top it with SN



BTW Scott, since you are not allowing PM's, thanks for the refferals.

Cool, thanks for the info. As noted before since is the first time using OS i assumed it was the same as others. Great info guys!

 

[maxepr1]

I just did a Benz (metallic white) not a swirl on it just washed CGWG , buffed with Opti Poli(thanks Scottwax) then 2 coats of OS customer did not me to touch it with wax!! When I qouted him he insisted on wax!! He said it didn't look that good when he bought it. I tried a test spot with wax and saw no difference in wetness. Good luck!!

 

[GS4_Fiend]

I just did a Benz (metallic white) not a swirl on it just washed CGWG , buffed with Opti Poli(thanks Scottwax) then 2 coats of OS customer did not me to touch it with wax!! When I qouted him he insisted on wax!! He said it didn't look that good when he bought it. I tried a test spot with wax and saw no difference in wetness. Good luck!!

Are you saying don't top OS with a wax?

 

[wascallyrabbit]

thats how i read it.

 

[kaotikdt]

So I finally have time to take post it. Here are the results on the Jetta I put the Optiseal and SN. I liked it however I had a few problems when applying it. I really had a hard time seeing the optiseal been spread around. Any suggestions on how to apply it, I mean a certain light perhaps? but here are the results

Pictures are not the greatest but as of now I think im calling my dslr stolen :sosad:think:

 

[Kean]

....personally, I will occasionally view the area I'm working on at an angle to make sure the pad is still depositing product on the surface. I had (and still do have) some confidence issues with the application process. ....the flash drying doesn't help in this respect. However, after one or two panels I begin to get a feel for how far the product will spread before the need to re-dampen the applicator.

 

[Bigpoppa3346]

A trick for applying Opti-Seal (or any LSP for that matter)...when you are having doubts whether anything is actually making it onto the finish when trying to get a thin application, wipe the applicator on the glass, if you see it being applied on there, then you are using enough.

 

[kaotikdt]

A trick for applying Opti-Seal (or any LSP for that matter)...when you are having doubts whether anything is actually making it onto the finish when trying to get a thin application, wipe the applicator on the glass, if you see it being applied on there, then you are using enough.

lol thats what I ended up doing. so all windows were sealed as well :xyxthumbs



I dunno that paint was kinda hard. But thanks!

 

[Scottwax]

BTW Scott, since you are not allowing PM's, thanks for the refferals.

No problem Jay. You can always hit me up through my website too.*







*That offer does not apply to people wanting to know all the steps and all the products they need to detail their car. Use your search button....

 

[Scottwax]

So I finally have time to take post it. Here are the results on the Jetta I put the Optiseal and SN. I liked it however I had a few problems when applying it. I really had a hard time seeing the optiseal been spread around. Any suggestions on how to apply it, I mean a certain light perhaps?

When the pad starts grabbing, give it another spritz. As long as the pad is gliding on the paint, it is laying down OS.