Review: Chemical Guys Second Skin 6 Hybrid Coating

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Bryan@Autogeek

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Since Chemical Guys has released Second Skin 6 Hybrid Coating I have wanting to try it. Today was the perfect day to try it since we were suppose to have nice weather. I decided I would try it on a car that was dark so i could see the results and see how easy it was to apply. This is the first coating i have used that could be applied to multiple surfaces. Before applying Chemical Guys Second Skin 6 Hybrid Coating the surface needs to be prepped so the coating can bond to the surface properly. To prep the surface i used Detailer’s coating prep polish this product will remove any road film that is on the surface to allow the coating to bond properly. After i went over the whole vehicle with Detailer’s coating prep polish it was time to use Chemical Guys Second Skin 6 Hybrid Coating. When applying the coating you want to use a foam applicator so i went with the Gold Wax Finger Pocket since it would make application easy.







I found that application was simple. To apply it all you have to do is gently rub it into the surface. Once you have applied the coating wait 20 minutes and come back with a microfiber to knock down any high spots. This coating was really easy to apply and took little effort. I was impressed with the results i got it added a nice shine depth to the paint. At first i was worried that i was going to have marks in the paint because it was a darker color but paint had a perfect reflection. After i was impressed with the reflections and depth the paint gave me i decided to test how it would sheet water. Once i was done watching the mustang sheet water i can say I am impressed with Chemical Guys Second Skin 6 Hybrid Coating and would recommend it to anyone that wants to protect their car with little effort.







Chemical Guys Second Skin 6 Hybrid Coating
 
So I love DP Paint Coating, how would you compare the application process? Longeveity obviously with both products to early to tell, but which was easier to apply?

2oz for 100$ is the draw back, especiallyh when you can get DP Paint Coating when not on sale for $40.....right now $30 for the DP is just too good to pass up if you alreayd dont have it
 
Are the high spots easy to knock down like a sealant? Or does it take some pressure?
 
Please update frequently. The real question here is durability. No one will pay that much for a coating when there are plenty of other products that have been proven to work for a fraction of the price.
 
cleanmycorolla said:
So I love DP Paint Coating, how would you compare the application process? Longeveity obviously with both products to early to tell, but which was easier to apply?
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Since the coating sprayed on I really did not consider the application to be challenging and it was just as easy to apply.

swanicyouth said:
Are the high spots easy to knock down like a sealant? Or does it take some pressure?
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I found that high spots were easy to level out by just taking a microfiber towel and applying little pressure to knock them down.

rjd598 said:
Please update frequently. The real question here is durability. No one will pay that much for a coating when there are plenty of other products that have been proven to work for a fraction of the price.
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I will keep you guys updated on the durability.
 
Any update on the durability test? I'm really curious if this is worth the bank.
 
I would love to try it, but for the price, I dont think anything comes close to Sonax Net Shield. Under $30 and from my experiences with it repels anything you through at it, not just water. Plus you get just so much more product.
 
MomNPop said:
Any update on the durability test? I'm really curious if this is worth the bank.
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This has to AT LEAST hit the 6 month mark period before we can really see anything. If it failed after barely three months then it would be the biggest joke ever and cg what lose all credibility
 
fourth month update...would be nice to see some beading shots, sheeting video, cleaning capability with just a pw, and overall impressions.
 
rjd598 said:
fourth month update...would be nice to see some beading shots, sheeting video, cleaning capability with just a pw, and overall impressions.
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Hey guys sorry for the lack of updates the owner of the Mustang actually traded it for a newer one. I am sure the dealer was surprised at how great it looked.
 
According to CG they recommend for you to wait 24 hours before allowing moister to touch the paint in order to maximize the bonding of the chemical with the paint
 
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