Does Cquartz (non-UK) contain Naptha or Kerosene?

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r1fast

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Hi all,

New to the forums but have been using a full CarPro detailing lineup for the last year. Have a quick question:

Does Cquartz (non-UK version) contain any amount of Naptha or Kerosene?


Considering it on my Model 3 which is fully wrapped in Xpel Ultimate. Xpels FAQ is very clear that ceramic coatings are fine as long as they do not contain either of these.

Also, thinking more long-term (1-2 years) down the road. If I go the ppf+ceramic route, eventually the ceramic will need to be removed and reapplied. What is the safest way to remove Cquartz applied to PPF without damaging the PPF or it's very thin clear coat layer?

Thank you!
 
r1fast said:
Does Cquartz (non-UK version) contain any amount of Naptha or Kerosene?

Thank you!
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I don't believe any of the CQuartz coatings contain Naptha or Kerosene but I'm not a chemist.

I have used a few different CQuartz coatings on PPF with no issues.
I have actually spoken to 3M, XPel, STek, and Suntek and they stated to me CQ coatings are fine on top of their PPF.
 
Welcome to the forum. If you do not already have Cquartz TiO2 then consider Cquartz Skin as it was designed for PPF. But Cquartz TiO2 (aka classic) is fine on PPF.
 
Thank you Merlin and The Guz and nice to meet you both!

Merlin said:
I don't believe any of the CQuartz coatings contain Naptha or Kerosene but I'm not a chemist.

I have used a few different CQuartz coatings on PPF with no issues.
I have actually spoken to 3M, XPel, STek, and Suntek and they stated to me CQ coatings are fine on top of their PPF.
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That's reassuring to hear. I sent Xpel an email and received the same response so it sounds safe to assume there is neither in CQ.

The Guz said:
Welcome to the forum. If you do not already have Cquartz TiO2 then consider Cquartz Skin as it was designed for PPF. But Cquartz TiO2 (aka classic) is fine on PPF.
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I do already have the TiO2. I purchased 2 50ml bottles for my other car and used one, thinking a second would be good for backup but never cracked the cap. I may just save it for my wifes car and by some Skin (didn't realize it was designed for PPF!).

So in either case, what's the best process to remove and reapply a couple of years down the road? I want to make sure I'm not heading into a dead end with no way to back out before I start.

Most of what I could find in researching this seems more specific to non-PPF installs, e.g. just a light buff with some finishing polish and a DA, but since this is PPF I'm not sure that's the best option.

Thoughts on this?

Thanks again guys!
 
Thank you both for your input, it's very helpful!

I replied yesterday but it said 'awaiting admin approval' and still doesn't show... I'm guessing because I quoted your posts.

Anyway... I already have a bottle of TI02 and Gliss left over from my other car so I'd like to use it or it will just go to waste.

Thinking a couple years down the road when reapplication is needed, is there an easy method? Could Cquartz (and another layer of Gliss) just be reapplied over the top of the existing after doing an IronX decon and Eraser bath?

I've read that both would need to be stripped first before reapplying, and that it usually requires polishing. Using a buffer on PPF doesn't seem like the best idea since it could marr the film.

Is stripping really necessary, and if so, is there a way to get great results other than polishing?
 
Abrasion is the way to remove it. Eraser and Ironx will not remove it. It is possible that Gliss will be gone by that 2 year time frame. One has to take a lot of factors in like how the vehicle is cared for and the type of elements it is exposed to.

The reason why the old coating is to be polished off it so that the new layer can adhere to the paint for it's maximum performance. Applying it over a coating starting to fail or degrade may not allow the new layer to bond or perform to it's maximum potential.

I am no expert in PPF but I have lightly polished the xpel on my headlamps with no ill effects. You will find PPF to be a bit porous. It is up to you if you wish to try a test spot and see how the film responds.

On the other hand Skin can be removed chemically but you have to contact CarPro to get the secret formula on how to remove it. I am not able to put that information out there out of respect to CarPro's request.

In the end I can not tell you which way to go in your coating journey on ppf but you have some options.

  • Invest in Skin
  • Apply Cquartz TiO2
  • Apply Cquartz TiO2 + Gliss
  • Use TiO2 + Gliss on the other car
 
Very helpful information, thank you The Guz! I may just contact Carpro to see if I can get the secret recipe and go the Skin route if I can. Just want to be able to avoid a very bad situation down the road. Thanks again.
 
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