A LABOUR OF LOVE: When you run into a bloke on Fraser Island and then again at Levuka 4x4 Park you know you both share a passion for 4WDing and the great outdoors. That’s how we first came across Aaron aka Changy and his 200 series which was always looking so damn smick. Turns out there’s a very good reason for that!
The secret is Cquartz by CarPro which is a revolutionary nano technology SiO2 (silica) based glass coating whose protection is measured in terms of years, not months or seasons. It’s an innovative, ceramic coating which when applied to your vehicle gives it a sacrificial semi-permanent glass layer that will give a gloss level that is unmatched by conventional wax based protectants. Because of glass coating technologies unique low surface energy formula it is able to fill and level paint ridges which in turn gives the coating a "self-cleaning effect" also known as the lotus effect. This means the coating actively rejects bonding of contamination and when water is introduced to the surface it carries the contamination off with it, this is also aided by the 110 degree water drop angle of Cquartz. Plenty of science behind it hey?!?
Anyway, Willow had a yarn with Changy whilst he worked on the cruiser and discovered that he’s been in the industry quite a long time. It was clear from the outset that he’s very passionate about his work and the quality of the end state.
Firstly he prepared the surface meticulously. This involved removing every possible external accessory, from the spare wheel and the roof rack right through to the side lights, and protecting all the seals. All surfaces were thoroughly washed, and decontaminated. Any defects existing in the paintwork will be 'locked in' by the coating, therefore the next step was correcting the exterior paint work as much as possible without damaging the factory clear coat and the decals on the vehicle. It was then layered with two generous layers of Cquartz finest reserve, baked and cured for that extra bond and gloss. Even our TUFF A.T Wheels were also cleaned and prepped and coated with Cquartz finest reserve.
Wherever and whatever we put the cruiser through now, the ceramic coating will help resist scratching and bush pin stripes. Whilst it’s certainly not a licence for Willow to go crazy in the bush, the cruiser will now be scratch resistant (to an extent) and much easier to maintain after each trip which is a huge bonus. It also has an extreme gloss which makes it look a million bucks