And tbh, it doesnt matter how much sealant you use or wash technique, if you get a stone chip on the laquered part, during wet weather, its game over, trust me I know, my Rotas need a refurb again soon and they had powdercoat laquer on them which is rock solid. Once a chip gets through though, and you get some moisture on there, it will go. Washing and protecting will just slow it down. My Rotas will be going Time Attack style next time around