Adam's, Zaino, or Griot's Garage?

[AdamsPolishes]

Before applying any type of PPF (paint protection film) clay barring and polishing should be mandatory in my opinion. You will be sealing in the condition of your clear coat under the PPF and it would drive me INSANE if there were swirls/scratches under it that couldn't be fixed without removing the PPF.

Applying any type of protection under the film is unnecessary as it won't be exposed to the elements anyway.

As far as treating the PPF after it's installed, always be sure to tape off the edges before applying anything to the rest of the truck. Built up wax on the edge of film panels is no good and a real pain to remove. A little time spent taping will save you a lot of headaches.

I'd clay bar and polish to the point that you're happy with the paint (either by hand of with a machine) and then have the film installed.

 

[Wilson]

I am by no means a detailer. However I got some Adams products and now enjoy it. I've used the walmart crap before and never thought it was worth it. That being said I still don't know what I'm doing but I use the VRT on the graphics and it's a wow factor. I then wipe it down with the detailer spray. VRT is one of the products I'm very impressed with I threw my armor all away I didn't want to even give that mess to anyone elc.

My first time clay baring it was easier than I thought it would be. I clay bared everything including the graphics I just didn't press as hard. using detailer spray of course. I then used the buttery wax on everything. I have the nano sealant as well so after I was done I am now hooked on detailing. The VRT and graphics is highly recommended by me. I love the VRT becose the 36oz bottle lasts however I need to order the detailer spray, all purpose cleaner, by the 5gal.