Opti coat or CQUARTZ

reeltime · 08-03-2013, 06:32 PM

Hey guys i wanna use one of these on my wheels but I have a quick question..

I have matte black wheels and I was wondering if after I apply one of these sealants, will the wheels end up being glossy? I wanna keep my wheels matte so idk whether this stuff will change the appearance of the finish.

Also, which one is better lol?

Thanks in advance guys!

FI PETE · 08-03-2013, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by e92driva

Hey guys i wanna use one of these on my wheels but I have a quick question..

I have matte black wheels and I was wondering if after I apply one of these sealants, will the wheels end up being glossy? I wanna keep my wheels matte so idk whether this stuff will change the appearance of the finish.

Also, which one is better lol?

Thanks in advance guys!

I have never tried those coatings on matte wheels, but I would recommend you to take the wheels off and perform a test on the inside of the wheel and see what the finish is.
I personally use GTechniq EXO on matte with no change on the finish.
http://gtechniqna.com/exterior-coati...ybrid-coating/

reeltime · 08-03-2013, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FI PETE

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Originally Posted by e92driva

Hey guys i wanna use one of these on my wheels but I have a quick question..

I have matte black wheels and I was wondering if after I apply one of these sealants, will the wheels end up being glossy? I wanna keep my wheels matte so idk whether this stuff will change the appearance of the finish.

Also, which one is better lol?

Thanks in advance guys!

I have never tried those coatings on matte wheels, but I would recommend you to take the wheels off and perform a test on the inside of the wheel and see what the finish is.
I personally use GTechniq EXO on matte with no change on the finish.
http://gtechniqna.com/exterior-coati...ybrid-coating/

Thanks for the suggestion.

That stuff looks good but a little out of my price range haha. I'll try doing a little test

mg4734 · 08-05-2013, 01:19 AM

I have Cquartz and Reload waiting in my garage to be applied to my entire car. I'll update once I try it out. I'd say if you're worried about the matte finish try Reload first. Shouldn't be an issue as it can also be used on plastic trim etc.

mg4734 · 08-08-2013, 10:13 AM

Reload is an amazing product. Will be using cquartz tomorrow, but you'll be more than happy with using reload on your wheels. Will not affect the finish

Hamza7 · 08-09-2013, 01:53 AM

Opti coat on the wheels for sure, here some Opti coated wheels I did.

Opti coat doesn't add gloss and add's a bit of satin to matte wheels but test in a inconspicuous area and see if you like it. CQuartz actually has a more darkening effect which is great on regular clear coat but not so good on satin and matte/frozen paint schemes.

Reference: I am both a Opti Coat certified installer and CarPro CQuartz certified installer.

mathematics · 09-12-2013, 09:33 PM

http://www.drbeasleys.com/matte-wheel-seal.html

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mg4734 Lieutenant 28 Rep 409 Posts Drives: 2009 335i M-Sport Coupe Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (2)	I have Cquartz and Reload waiting in my garage to be applied to my entire car. I'll update once I try it out. I'd say if you're worried about the matte finish try Reload first. Shouldn't be an issue as it can also be used on plastic trim etc. __________________ 2009 E92 335i M-Sport - MHD Stage One - BMW Performance Exhaust - BMS Oil Catch Can - CDV Delete - K&N Panel Filter - Arc Angel H8 bulbs - Gloss Black Kidney Grills - Painted Reflectors - VRSF Charge Pipe
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mg4734 Lieutenant 28 Rep 409 Posts Drives: 2009 335i M-Sport Coupe Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (2)	Reload is an amazing product. Will be using cquartz tomorrow, but you'll be more than happy with using reload on your wheels. Will not affect the finish __________________ 2009 E92 335i M-Sport - MHD Stage One - BMW Performance Exhaust - BMS Oil Catch Can - CDV Delete - K&N Panel Filter - Arc Angel H8 bulbs - Gloss Black Kidney Grills - Painted Reflectors - VRSF Charge Pipe
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Hamza7 New Member 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: Honda Accord Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: GTA iTrader: (0)	Opti coat on the wheels for sure, here some Opti coated wheels I did. Opti coat doesn't add gloss and add's a bit of satin to matte wheels but test in a inconspicuous area and see if you like it. CQuartz actually has a more darkening effect which is great on regular clear coat but not so good on satin and matte/frozen paint schemes. Reference: I am both a Opti Coat certified installer and CarPro CQuartz certified installer.
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