2021 Telluride Detailing Thread

[JerseySXP]

Long overdue thread. More than a dozen threads talk about PPF and Ceramic coatings on the site.

Consolidating that to one thread.

Feel free to share ideas, pictures, equipment recommendations and of course list killer dealers anyone finds out there relating to detailing.

My Telluride has XPEL Ultimate as a "highway" package. Full front bumper, partial hood, partial fenders, full mirrors.

IGL Kenzo 4 year Ceramic coating.
IGL Leather Ceramic coating on inside leather surfaces - did this myself. Very easy.

Foam shampoo of choice: Gyeon Quartz Bathe+ (1/5 of cannon shampoo and 4/5 warm water)
Bucket soap - Carpro Reset
Wheel cleaner - Chemical Guys Signature Wheel cleaner
Quick detailing Spray - Carpro Reload & Ech2o aka Magic Merlin Mix

As you can see I'm really into this stuff and some others on here are as well - let's get this rolling!

 

[YAH DEF]

IGL Leather Ceramic coating on inside leather surfaces - did this myself. Very easy.

How do you install this? Is it a spray or is it wiped/sponged on?

 

[JerseySXP]

How do you install this? Is it a spray or is it wiped/sponged on?

Wiped in with an applicator block like other ceramics and buffed in. Stuff was easy to apply. I did two seats at a time - went back and buffed it. Very forgiving stuff.

 

[YAH DEF]

Wiped in with an applicator block like other ceramics and buffed in. Stuff was easy to apply. I did two seats at a time - went back and buffed it. Very forgiving stuff.

I don't know what a block is.... When you go back and buff it, is it with a second product, or just buffing what you already put down?

I'm curious to try this, but I have zero knowledge or experience.

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[JerseySXP]

I don't know what a block is.... When you go back and buff it, is it with a second product, or just buffing what you already put down?

I'm curious to try this, but I have zero knowledge or experience.

I went into this with zero knowledge as well and used it as a test run before I look into doing my own exterior ceramics.

The application starts at 6:25. The beginning is just cleaning the seats which is very important before any ceramic applications. I used the cleaner in the kit.

Check that video out. This stuff is extremely forgiving meaning that the high spots or places you applied too much are easy to "knock down".

 

[YAH DEF]

I went into this with zero knowledge as well and used it as a test run before I look into doing my own exterior ceramics.

The application starts at 6:25. The beginning is just cleaning the seats which is very important before any ceramic applications. I used the cleaner in the kit.

Check that video out. This stuff is extremely forgiving meaning that the high spots or places you applied too much are easy to "knock down".

Wow. Super helpful video. It looks like a lot of work to me, but that just tells you how lazy i am! Lol. Thanks for sharing that. I'm intrigued.

 

[LouisD815]

What’s your thoughts on NexGen products?

 

[JerseySXP]

What’s your thoughts on NexGen products?

Personally never used their products before.

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[superk1977]

I plan on using turtle wax hybrid solutions products on my telly. Looks good and easy to apply.

 

[mcbrains001]

Long overdue thread. More than a dozen threads talk about PPF and Ceramic coatings on the site.

Consolidating that to one thread.

Feel free to share ideas, pictures, equipment recommendations and of course list killer dealers anyone finds out there relating to detailing.

My Telluride has XPEL Ultimate as a "highway" package. Full front bumper, partial hood, partial fenders, full mirrors.

IGL Kenzo 4 year Ceramic coating.
IGL Leather Ceramic coating on inside leather surfaces - did this myself. Very easy.

Foam shampoo of choice: Gyeon Quartz Bathe+ (1/5 of cannon shampoo and 4/5 warm water)
Bucket soap - Carpro Reset
Wheel cleaner - Chemical Guys Signature Wheel cleaner
Quick detailing Spray - Carpro Reload & Ech2o aka Magic Merlin Mix

As you can see I'm really into this stuff and some others on here are as well - let's get this rolling!

Man after reading this, I need to step up my game wow. I'm that guy that pays monthly subscription at car wash for my cars. Wash my cars twice a week after after getting the Telly, I stopped car wash spot. doing it myself now. your list is pretty neat!! Kudos!!

 

[gman1868]

Here's what I do to wash my Telluride. I use Griots Garage products (mostly) and I wash it in my garage to keep it out of the sun in the summer and from freezing in the winter.

MY SETUP

• Adams power washer 2.0 - 1700PSI operating pressure (2k peak)
• RV filter on water intake to washer (I have soft water supply)
• Griot's BOSS Foam Cannon
• Griot's Foaming car wash
• 5 gallon bucket with grit tray with warm water
• Griot's Microfiber Wash Mitt
• Griot's Scrubbing wash mitt for bugs
• Griot's PFM Microfiber Drying Towels (body)
• Griot's grey microfiber drying towel (wheels)
• Carpro Iron X
• Wheel wash bucket with warm water and 1oz Foaming Car Wash
• Griot's Blue microfiber mitt (wheels)
• Blue soft tire brush
• Blue microfiber covers sponge with handle (wheels)
• Griot's Ceramic 3-in-1 spray wax (for touch up)
• Griot's blue Microfiber Plush Edgeless Towels towels for Ceramic Wax
• Leaf blower (I want to upgrade to a Metro Air Force Master Blaster Revolution MB-3CDSWB 8hp dryer)
• Step stool

PREPARATION

• Fill foam cannon
• Connect Hose to sink
• Test water supply before turning on washer power
• Lay out washer hose
• Connect wash handle and extension

WASH

• Spray Iron X on wheels
• Power Rinse wheels and wheel wells
• Power Rinse underbody
• Power Rinse body
• Connect foam cannon
• Foam body, wheels, wheel wells – dwell 5-8 minutes
• Power Rinse
• Foam car lightly
• Wash with green microfiber wash mitt and warm rinse water
• Power rinse
• Blow dry
• Dry body with drying towels
• Dry wheels with old grey drying towel
• Spray and wipe with spray on wax or Ceramic wax (Ceramic wax only needed every 4-6 months of the paint is properly prepped in advance)

 

[mcbrains001]

Here's what I do to wash my Telluride. I use Griots Garage products (mostly) and I wash it in my garage to keep it out of the sun in the summer and from freezing in the winter.

MY SETUP

• Adams power washer 2.0 - 1700PSI operating pressure (2k peak)
• Griot's BOSS Foam Cannon
• Griot's Foaming car wash
• 5 gallon bucket with grit tray with warm water
• Griot's Microfiber Wash Mitt
• Griot's Scrubbing wash mitt for bugs
• Griot's PFM Microfiber Drying Towels (body)
• Griot's grey microfiber drying towel (wheels)
• Carpro Iron X
• Wheel wash bucket with warm water and 1oz Foaming Car Wash
• Griot's Blue microfiber mitt (wheels)
• Blue soft tire brush
• Blue microfiber covers sponge with handle (wheels)
• Griot's Ceramic 3-in-1 spray wax (for touch up)
• Griot's blue Microfiber Plush Edgeless Towels towels for Ceramic Wax
• Leaf blower (I want to upgrade to a Metro Air Force Master Blaster Revolution MB-3CDSWB 8hp dryer)
• Step stool

PREPARATION

• Fill foam cannon
• Connect Hose to sink
• Test water supply before turning on washer power
• Lay out washer hose
• Connect wash handle and extension

WASH

• Spray Iron X on wheels
• Power Rinse wheels and wheel wells
• Power Rinse underbody
• Power Rinse body
• Connect foam cannon
• Foam body, wheels, wheel wells – dwell 5-8 minutes
• Power Rinse
• Foam car lightly
• Wash with green microfiber wash mitt and warm rinse water
• Power rinse
• Blow dry
• Dry body with drying towels
• Dry wheels with old grey drying towel
• Spray and wipe with spray on wax or Ceramic wax (Ceramic wax only needed every 4-6 months of the paint is properly prepped in advance)

whaaaaat!!! I'm going to need to get the ish together b4 I come back on this thread. wow!!!

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[KevinM]

I am new to the forum, having just purchased a 2021 EX. I'm a fairly experienced amateur detailer and have used many different products and a Porter-Cable orbital buffer for my BMWs. The Telluride presents me with a unique challenge because I don't have time to detail four cars to the level I have been doing...plus the Telluride is very large. The SUV the Telluride is replacing was 20 years old (we keep cars for a long time), so I stopped being compulsive about it long ago. Compounding the issue is that our SUV needs to stay outside because our three garage slots are already occupied.

So, I am looking for the holy grail - easy to apply and maximum durability. A few years ago, this was not possible, but I hope it its now. Here his what I have decided on:

Wash/quick detailer: If water needed (after rain, etc.): Optimum No-Rinse. Otherwise, a waterless wash such as Poor Boy's, alternating with Maguire's Hyrbrid Ceramic Detailer. (I live in Arizona so rarely do I need to do a full traditional wash.)

Protection: Griiot's Garage 3 in 1 Ceramic wax. I put two coats on, 24 hours apart for extra durability. I'll report back on actual durability if anyone is interested. If it lives up to its billing, I will probably use this on my other cars as well as it is super-easy to apply.

As a newbie to the forum, I note the detailing threads are all over the place. I hope the mods will consider a dedicated sub-forum, which is what I am used to.

 

[mcbrains001]

I am new to the forum, having just purchased a 2021 EX. I'm a fairly experienced amateur detailer and have used many different products and a Porter-Cable orbital buffer for my BMWs. The Telluride presents me with a unique challenge because I don't have time to detail four cars to the level I have been doing...plus the Telluride is very large. The SUV the Telluride is replacing was 20 years old (we keep cars for a long time), so I stopped being compulsive about it long ago. Compounding the issue is that our SUV needs to stay outside because our three garage slots are already occupied.

So, I am looking for the holy grail - easy to apply and maximum durability. A few years ago, this was not possible, but I hope it its now. Here his what I have decided on:

Wash/quick detailer: If water needed (after rain, etc.): Optimum No-Rinse. Otherwise, a waterless wash such as Poor Boy's, alternating with Maguire's Hyrbrid Ceramic Detailer. (I live in Arizona so rarely do I need to do a full traditional wash.)

Protection: Griiot's Garage 3 in 1 Ceramic wax. I put two coats on, 24 hours apart for extra durability. I'll report back on actual durability if anyone is interested. If it lives up to its billing, I will probably use this on my other cars as well as it is super-easy to apply.

As a newbie to the forum, I note the detailing threads are all over the place. I hope the mods will consider a dedicated sub-forum, which is what I am used to.

Welcome and this is the thread for detailing. Keep us posted

 

[YAH DEF]

Taking my Telly in for ceramic tomorrow. I'm excited to get back a car that looks its best and gets less dirty on my day to day travels.

 

[JerseySXP]

Taking my Telly in for ceramic tomorrow. I'm excited to get back a car that looks its best and gets less dirty on my day to day travels.

What coating did you go with? They are doing a Level 1 paint correction before application I assume?

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[YAH DEF]

What coating did you go with? They are doing a Level 1 paint correction before application I assume?

Yes, paint correction first. They use a product called Ceramic Pro 9H.

 

[JerseySXP]

Yes, paint correction first. They use a product called Ceramic Pro 9H.

Good product - you will be happy with the results and the ease of car washing going forward!

 

[YAH DEF]

Good product - you will be happy with the results and the ease of car washing going forward!

I'm looking forward to it. Every day, I drive through two construction zones and along country roads, and my car gets so dirty!

 

[JerseySXP]

I'm looking forward to it. Every day, I drive through two construction zones and along country roads, and my car gets so dirty!

I'll warn you though...my new Telly and ceramic coating have really opened me up to car detailing. Lovely hobby but like anything else it's getting expensive!