Medium Grade Clay Bar Detailing Kit (Paint Prep for Ceramic Coating)

What it is

Mandatory pre-step before ceramic coating — removes embedded paint contaminants that would otherwise be sealed in.

Vehicle Fitment

This protection accessory is verified to fit:

• Tesla Model Y
• Tesla Model 3
• Rivian R1S/R1T
• Ford F-150 Lightning
• Hyundai Ioniq 5

Always confirm your specific year/trim before purchase — EV body styles change subtly between model years and even mid-year refreshes (e.g. Model 3 Highland, Model Y Juniper) can shift fitment.

Specifications

Why this one

Selection rationale comes from a specific discovery source — not editorial speculation.

Discovery source: Tesla Motors Club — DIY Ceramic Coating Advice Needed

DIY ceramic coating workflow consensus: wash → clay bar → polish (if scratched) → ceramic coat. Skipping the clay bar step traps contaminants under the coating, ruining the durability. Medium-grade clay is the safe default.

Pairs with graphene ceramic coating slug above. Cited via TMC DIY ceramic thread.

What to watch out for

• Year-specific fitment: EV interiors get refreshed mid-generation. Buying based on "fits 2020-2024" without checking your VIN's specific build is the #1 return reason on Amazon.
• OEM vs aftermarket trade-off: OEM parts (Tesla Shop, Rivian Gear, Ford Accessories) almost always have better fitment but cost 2-3× more. We typically link the best aftermarket pick on Amazon and note when OEM is materially better.