Durability Products for Ford Raptor

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Hello, an incredible forum you all have. I have learned so much here and am so thankful for the great information.

I have a few questions. Ordered a Black Ford Raptor through the military buying program and it should be here in 3 weeks. I live in San Diego and can't fit it into the garage so it will sit outside. It is also my daily driver, but I want to take it out to the desert and use it as intended.

My concern is - desert pinstripes - branch scrapes on truck. Hopefully not deep but easy to buff out as I drive through the desert.

Looking for the best products and after reviewing, here is what I have come up with. Looking for you expert guidance on if this is a good regimen.

Buffer - Griots 6" buffer...going to get 5.5" backing to go with it.

Clay - Mothers Clay Kit

Glaze - 3M HandPolish Glaze

Sealant - Going with Blackfire Wet Diamond after tough decision making process. Looking for input.

Wax on Top - Collinite 915

Looking for:

- easy to use products
- durability is most important over shine
- something that will protect the paint from sage brush scratches as I drive in desert.
- Daily driver
- no garage.

What are you expert thoughts on my plan of attack?

Thanks in advance.
 
So far your product list is fine. I do agree on using glaze if you plan on going into the desert often. I would recommend a proper detail (clay/polish/LSP) once a year but not to overdue it.
 
FishyX - concur it is purdy but that girl needs to dance in the desert every now and then.

Any other thoughts from experts on what products are best for my situation?
 
IMHO I don't think you need the sealant if you go with the 915. It lasts a very long time and looks great.
 
Seems like one of the Nano coatings might work well to guard against scratches.
 
Welcome, and thanks for your service.

And get a bigger garage! lol
 
Blackfire is good stuff. I have at least a gallon of BFWD in my stock. I have shifted however to Duragloss products. They are cheaper and extremely durable. Since it is new you shouldn't need any abrasives. I would suggest:
1. DG #105/#601 two coats.
2. Collinite #845
That will give you 6 months of shine and protection.
I don't see the point of adding a glaze to a new truck.
This is two coats of DG 105 over corrected and jeweled paint:
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Truck - that looks awesome. Gonna look into the DuraGloss.
 
So, here it is. Got my truck last week and thanks to everyone's help I got her bullet proof and shining.

Washed with Griots Car Wash.

Clayed with Mother's Clay Kit

Then put 2 coats of 105/601.

Topped with Collonite 915.

It looks awesome...combination really makes the Tuxedo Black Metal Flake pop! Hope you guys like it.


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Awesome truck! I would definitely look into a bug shield or clear bra for that monster!
 
Looks great!

My truck was supposed to be that color, but d*** tidal wave in Japan prevented it, so got plain black. GRRR, lol
 
I put some Meguiars protectant on the trim but it didn't look so good. Anyone recommend a good outside trim protectant that won't streak or run?
 
Congrats on the new truck, it looks awesome.:xyxthumbs:

You picked the best truck too.;)
 
No expert here...but...Nothing will protect the paint from those kind of scratches from what you're wanting to use that truck for. The best you can do is try and prevent them....or not worry about getting them.

It's a beautiful beast, for sure.

Trim protectant...hmnnn...
Ultime Tire and Trim Guard
Gtechniq C4
...with Solution Finish applied underneath (before UTTG or C4) one of the 2 choices above.
 
Thanks for your service! Nice truck!! I use Wolfgang trim sealant on my Durango (ashamed to put that name in a post about a Raptor!) and it last a long time.
 
Gorgeous truck! My father drives the Raptor regularly, as a gm of local ford dealership. IMO, the trim isn't very welcoming to protectants. It seems different, and may not even require any application. I'm speaking of the matte fender flares, and grille.


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