i never trust a manufacturer quoting a "3rd party" or "independently tested" when the details & specifics of the testing methodology and results are never shared.
One of the few people I trust for product reviews - project farm.
last summer I used Turtle Wax Ceramic on my wife's bmw (very good surface) and my 2007 Tundra (mediocre paint surface - lots of off-roading pinstriping, rock chips, door dings, etc) . water still beading on both hoods ..
The #1 selling ceramic car coating is the finishing touch to a pro-level detailing job in your driveway. Spray on a clean, dry car for the best protection
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I used Griots Synthetic Clay with Speed Shine to prep the paint.
Synthetic clay provides faster removal of stubbornly entrenched paint contaminants, improved durability, and cleans more cars than traditional clay bars.
www.griotsgarage.com
will do the same thing with my raptor .. planning to drive it home next week.