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Old 04-22-2019, 12:08 PM   #31
RamAir02
Shadow Gray '19 ZLE M6
 
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As I'm reading through the forums and getting up to speed on the 6th gens, it raises another question I don't fully understand.

It seems the clear coat from the factory is crap and there's a process many are following upon taking delivery of their vehicles. Color correction, ceramic coating, etc. What instructions should I provide the dealer in how I want to receive the car and what is the process from there to protect the exterior? Are there generally accepted best practices around this? Thanks.
Ok, researching a bit further, it looks like many are doing PPF (3M, Suntek or Xpel) upon taking delivery of their cars and before there are any chips or scratches. Some are also doing a ceramic coating over that, but it looks like most just opt for the PPF.

What I haven't found yet is what paint correction is and why it's advised before PPF. Like, what problem is it solving?

Also, I'm not clear on what instructions to provide the dealer for delivery of the vehicle. Unwashed? No detailing? Why?

Thanks!
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