{"product_id":"gtechniq-crystal-serum-light-exo-v5-combo","title":"Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light + EXO v5 Combo","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlmost all of the other products I now have in the OG store were very simple for me.  Most of them I have been using for years or there is a very clear front runner for use in my garage.  I've been very vocal of my apprehensions when it comes to a coating for either the paint or wheels.  There can be significant cons that are often overlooked when dealing with a coating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot as easily installed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery difficult to remove if you installed it incorrectly or don't want it on the paint any longer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMore susceptible to mineral deposit or water spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLasts longer than waxes or sealants, but may not look as good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGenerally requires more detailed maintenance to keep looking proper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo it's not as cut and dry as you might think.  It wasn't an easy decision for me to decide what coating to offer.  I narrowed it down to 4 that I was considering.  Kamikaze ISM, CARPRO CQUARTZ UK 3.0, Dr. Beasley's Nano Resin Pro, and this Crystal Serum Light.  I had ISM on my RS and had it on my Gen 2 Raptor.  I also did a section of the Raptor with Nano Resin Pro that looked and was applied much like ISM.  Those two are the most \"wax-like\" I've encountered.  CQUARTZ UK 3.0 probably beads and protects the best that I've found.  It doesn't look as good as ISM or Nano Resin Pro, but I think its durability is likely going to be better. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNone of the above really matters to me any longer because I've found my preference.  All of my Pro buddies kept telling me about Crystal Serum Light.  When I finally got my hands on it, put it on the red R8, then ran the back of my hand on the paint afterward, I instantly knew after all this research that this was the coating.  Top CSL with EXO v5 and treat with \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/products\/og-drying-aid?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=drying-a\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0#:~:text=Drying%20Aid%20\" id=\"_cahl_link\"\u003eDrying Aid\u003c\/a\u003e regularly, and we have a winner.  There are lots of great coatings on the market, but I don't want to be a retailer.  I want to offer you the one I use.  This is it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs you will see from GTECHNIQ's results\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gtechniqnew.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/GtechniqOpenSharePoint\/EQNmpthgxT1Oud5GIDFnABcBToUonu3Twn7rI0Uxrlx-DA?e=dDdkUT\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, there is no difference in performance. (NB these tests equate to approximately 3 years real-time). In addition to this, please note that all solvent carrier liquids fully evaporate from the surface after application so there will be no change to the surface color of the product. Furthermore, as shown \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gtechniqnew.sharepoint.com\/:v:\/s\/GtechniqOpenSharePoint\/EUrM4K-dtu1OggIxU4zVgMgB8BFQPvZv4OYKkzBE5JxWKQ?e=B1PyF5\"\u003ethis video\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the yellowness in the liquid disappears once the product is opened. (NB during the course of the video the bottle is agitated twice causing the liquid to froth).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFAQ \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWipe the car down with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/products\/carpro-eraser\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCARPRO Eraser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.  (You have better polished the car before or you aren't OG approved.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI have 2 of my \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/collections\/towels-applicators\/products\/coating-removal-towel-3-0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoating Removal Towel 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e ready.  One will be for an initial wipe and other for final wipe.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrime the \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/products\/carpro-foam-suede-microfiber-applicator\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCARPRO Foam Suede Microfiber Applicator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e on an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/collections\/paint-protection\/products\/carpro-foam-applicator-block\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApplicator Block\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou don't want to need to use a ton of product.  Just a few drops per 2' x 2' section.  I apply in a cross-hatch pattern.  Check out the R8 video above.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI'd do about two sections, then wipe off one, do another, wipe off the previous, and repeat...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCSL IS NOT LAYERABLE.  One coat is all you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLet cure for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, then apply a coat of EXO v5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWait about 3 hours and apply a 2nd coat of EXO v5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter the first wash, use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/products\/og-drying-aid\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOG Drying Aid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, and you'll be good to go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Obsessed Garage","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":43260393685143,"sku":"DK060007","price":145.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes Add Coating Kit","offer_id":43260393717911,"sku":"DK060008","price":167.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1239\/9256\/files\/Product-CSLandEXO-June2026.jpg?v=1783606803","url":"https:\/\/www.obsessedgarage.mom\/products\/gtechniq-crystal-serum-light-exo-v5-combo","provider":"Obsessed Garage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}