Ceramic Coating advice on Parnelli Jones Saleen Mustang Matte Finish Decals

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Hi Mike,
I am going to ceramic coat my 2007 Parnelli Jones Saleen Mustang. It has matte finish decals on the hood, trunk lid and sides. I'd like to coat the entire car including these matte surfaces. I am concerned that if I coat these they will become glossy and loose their matte finish look which I DO NOT want. Does the coating change the sheen at all? Can you provide feedback and advice on how to handle these surfaces. Im looking to use Gtechnique CSL / EVOv4.

Thanks
Chris
 
Geez...can we see the whole thing? That is one very very nice looking Mustang!

And I also have the same questions re coating matte decals.

Tom
 
You will be fine to coat them. Gtechniq recommends C1 but CSL will work just fine according to them as well. It will make them richer in appearance. You may get a hint of sheen but nothing to take a way from the look.

I forgot to mention that Cquartz Skin is great. Used it plenty of times including on matte vinyls. You will find my review on it.
 
Thank you.. I really love this car and its original look.. but I really want the cermainc coating protection. It will be the 3rd car I have done with this product and it comes out great!!
 
If you feel the need, Dr Beasley's makes a matte specific coating that I believe AutoGeek sells. Give it a try and let us know your thoughts!!
 
Thanks for the picture...!

Just beautiful!!!

Tom
 
Nice,

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Like others have said, I have not seen a ceramic paint coating make a matte vinyl graphic or even matte paint look glossy.

BUT - I have not tired all paint coatings on the market on matte paint or graphics - so it's possible.


When we applied the 3D Ceramic Coating to polished gelcoat - I stated that it LOOKED like we applied clear paint - it amped up the gloss and CLARITY that much.

So if in doubt - test to an inconspicuous area first and let a day go by then inspect. There's a LOT of very different chemistry out there - no way for me or anyone to make blanket-statements about any product and the results it will produce on matte surfaces. Testing is in order.


See video class #20 here,

Complete List of Live Broadcast Videos on YouTube - Yancy Martinez & Mike Phillips


And full write-up here,

Review: 3D Ceramic Coating on a Marine Gelcoat Boat


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Here's the Port side of the Pilot House

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Because the walls are flatter than the side of the boat hull it was easier to capture the hologram scratches from the rotary work done previously.

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AFTER

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I don't think the 3D ceramic paint coating would alter that MATTE appearance of the graphics on your Stang but I would also test first.

As for the product you listed and asked about - pretty sure you're safe to apply to matte surfaces without problems.



:)
 
Thanks Mike. Are the mat decals on this Boss ceramic coated ? Beautiful car!! I’d love to have it for a brother to my PJ.
 
emba129 said:
Thanks Mike. Are the mat decals on this Boss ceramic coated ?
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No. If you were to click the link I included and looked at the Time Stamp as to when we did this project the Time Stamp is,

06-12-2012, 09:59 AM

June 12th, 2012


Back then, "paint coatings" were in their infancy. Not like today where in the time it takes you to stand-up, turn around in a circle and BAM - there's a NEW COATING on the market. Jimmy Joe's Ceramic Coating! Or fill in the name with whatever...



My first time using a bonafide coating and photo-documenting it is August 22nd, 2012



emba129 said:
Beautiful car!! I’d love to have it for a brother to my PJ.
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No doubt. I saw it one time after we detailed it and never saw it again...


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