Clay Bars
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Melting Slicks
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Clay Bars
For the past couple years I've heard people spouting about how good these clay bars are at cleaning paint. Well I forgot one of my cars was parked next to the exhaust fan and of course it took on some overspray. So I thought I'd give the new clay bar a try. You wet the surface with detailer and then just lightly wipe over the area. Then you glaze it.
Well -damn! This thing is a miracle. Who would have ever thought this would work? But it does. Takes ALL the overspray off VERY easily with no buffing mess. More important none of the buffing machine dangers like ruining your paint job.
I'm now an official clay bar junkie. Go buy one now!
Well -damn! This thing is a miracle. Who would have ever thought this would work? But it does. Takes ALL the overspray off VERY easily with no buffing mess. More important none of the buffing machine dangers like ruining your paint job.
I'm now an official clay bar junkie. Go buy one now!
Drifting
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Re: Clay Bars (lbell101)
Yep...I try to do all my cars about once a year, then follow up with a fresh wax. My wife's ten year old car looks almost new (except for the door dings).
Love the stuff...it gets things you can't see, I recommend it once a year.
Jeff
Love the stuff...it gets things you can't see, I recommend it once a year.
Jeff
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Re: Clay Bars (REDSHARKONBOYDS)
Have one in the garage. Mothers makes mine. I have used it several times. I like anything Mothers makes.
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Re: Clay Bars (lbell101)
I use them, leaves a finish thats smother than a baby's butt,....Not that i know what a baby's butt feels like.....
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Re: Clay Bars (Desertdawg)
Funny that you mention that DD, I stick my foot in in shortly before the apex to induce powerslide...
:)
I love claybars. It's such a great feeling to run your finger on a fender that's smooth as hell. If you've never used one, you owe yourself to give it a try! They're amazing.
-Steve
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I love claybars. It's such a great feeling to run your finger on a fender that's smooth as hell. If you've never used one, you owe yourself to give it a try! They're amazing.
-Steve
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Re: Clay Bars (lbell101)
I have one, but seem to have trouble using it.......kind of kept sticking. What are the tricks for the clay bar to work well? I have about a month before the weather breaks and would like to wax 'er up now!
Racer
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Re: Clay Bars (gliot1)
Just A couple of pointers (and yes I love mine) make sure you use the wetting solution and if you DROP it TRASH It .. It will pick up the smallest dirt particles and then it's like sandpaper. and keep it moist when storing it. :cheers:
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From: Thomson Georgia
Re: Clay Bars (71DropTop)
Just A couple of pointers (and yes I love mine) make sure you use the wetting solution and if you DROP it TRASH It .. It will pick up the smallest dirt particles and then it's like sandpaper. and keep it moist when storing it. :cheers:
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Racer
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From: Baja Oregon
Re: Clay Bars (gliot1)
I have one, but seem to have trouble using it.......kind of kept sticking. What are the tricks for the clay bar to work well? . . .
Make sure the surface is cool, and use plenty of lubricant. In fact I sometimes use the clay WHILE I'm washing the car. . . wash mitt in one hand and clay in the other. :D Also, don't apply too much pressure; GLIDE the clay along the surface.
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Re: Clay Bars (Touringpro)
In fact I sometimes use the clay WHILE I'm washing the car. . . wash mitt in one hand and clay in the other. .
Pro
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Re: Clay Bars (gliot1)
I have one, but seem to have trouble using it.......kind of kept sticking. What are the tricks for the clay bar to work well? I have about a month before the weather breaks and would like to wax 'er up now!
Racer
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From: Corvallis OR
Re: Clay Bars (FERL 73)
I bought a mother's one, blue bar, worked great. Bought a Mequre's one, white bar, and it stuck just as you describe. Left poopoo on the finish. I did finally rub it off, and just used the Meguires spray that came with the bar, with my old Mothers clay bar. Still works perfect. So, I guess the moral of the story is, not all clay bars are the same.
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Melting Slicks
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Re: Clay Bars (Jim-K)
The one I've been using continuously for the past 24 hours is a megueirs one. It works great for me. It does leave a little residue here and there but it comes off very easily with the hand glaze I'm using.
I think the detailer I'm using is final step or final touch or something. All a detailer is is a spray mist that restores shine to your finish. Great for car show dust.
I suspect those having problems aren't using enough detailer or not following up with a glaze or wax.
Larry
I think the detailer I'm using is final step or final touch or something. All a detailer is is a spray mist that restores shine to your finish. Great for car show dust.
I suspect those having problems aren't using enough detailer or not following up with a glaze or wax.
Larry