Marc08EX
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I would just wash it like you normally do and use your typical high quality car soap.
2015 RAV 4 Polished with McKee's 37 & Coated with Crystal Serum Light & EXO
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I would just wash it like you normally do and use your typical high quality car soap.
Red Orc
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I purchased this new Toyota RAV 4 in November of last year (2015).
It was time for a new car and I was looking for a SUV since I do some mobile detailing.
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Interesting. You applied it outside. The directions for Crystal Light Serum say it HAS to be used indoors. I was wondering if that was really necessary and now I guess I have my answer
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Interesting. You applied it outside. The directions for Crystal Light Serum say it HAS to be used indoors. I was wondering if that was really necessary and now I guess I have my answer
I applied it in my carport in the shade. It was partly indoors
datdetailboy
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Frank, thank you for the writeup and updates. How is this product holding up ? And what are your measures of how it is holding up ?
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I think the CSL is holding up good since it's a durable 3-5 year coating. I use the RAV4 as a test vehicle for different products.
Since I coated it, I've clayed it a couple times and topped it at different intervals with Opti-Seal, Reload, Aquawax and recently Hydro2. So I can't tell you for sure if EXO is still there.
Thanks Jeff! I've detailed just a few vehicles before and I've had a good mentor :xyxthumbs:.
datdetailboy
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Again, thank you.
I just did CSL on my 2016 gti and love it. I didn't get the exo but I saw they have EXO3 out now. I live in Sarasota, FL and it was 85% humidity, so when I went to apply csl I had to wipe like right after each section because it dried so quick. Do you have any experience with the new EXO3 and can I apply the exo3 even if its been a month since I applied the csl? Thanks again for your write up.
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I've worked with CSL more after I did my car and your experience sounds about right, at least where the climate is warmer. You need to begin wiping the section immediately after applying.
I haven't worked with the new EXO but I don't think it should be a problem waiting a month to apply.
Try contacting Gtechniq and see what they say.
Re: 2015 RAV 4 Polished with McKee's 37 & Coated with Crystal Serum Light & EXO
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Alright sounds great frank and thanks again. Would you say adding the exo3 would be worth it?
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Re: 2015 RAV 4 Polished with McKee's 37 & Coated with Crystal Serum Light & EXO
It depends on your personal preference. I think CSL is a great standalone coating.
They say that EXO adds more hydrophobic properties. Since it's your personal vehicle and you have the time then go for it.
If I was trying to knock out a car for a customer and was limited on time, I wouldn't top CSL unless the customer requested it or I would top it with C2 spray sealant which is quicker and easier.
It depends on your personal preference. I think CSL is a great standalone coating.
They say that EXO adds more hydrophobic properties. Since it's your personal vehicle and you have the time then go for it.
If I was trying to knock out a car for a customer and was limited on time, I wouldn't top CSL unless the customer requested it or I would top it with C2 spray sealant which is quicker and easier.