If you don't claybar, then what?

[Markus Kleis]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

Please don't take this the wrong way, but part of me is curious as whether or not your trepidation towards claying might be stemming from a history of improper use? Again, I don't mean to offend or pass judgment, as I surely do not know anything about your detailing skills, but I am simply trying to find a solution to a problem

That said, the first time I used clay I was certain that lots of lube/spray would be a bad thing, and keep the clay from working. Thus, I FOUGHT the clay and the clay won! lol. My paint, and my arms were the losers.

The reason I bring this up is that you seem to have an abnormal dislike for claying, which I figured might stem from the same problems I once faced.

So...when you clay, do you use a LOT of spray lube to make sure the entire working surface is constantly wet? Or do you work with it semi-dry?

(Maybe I am way off base, but I thought it was worth a shot...worst case you tell me I am wrong, best case you learn something new!)

[worktruk]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

why not claybar the car your prep work will make the job
don't use the cheecy white clay bar that's called quick claybar a single package of a more aggresive clay by all means use it it will work
wonderfully and it a piece of cake to use

sorry for the poor spelling
if you are gonna wax the car clay it
nuf said allan

[Larry A]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

Claying is not that hard. Use the clay and Color X and you will be happy.Spray a section with lube and rub the clay lightly on the paint, wipe off with a towel then move on. If the paint is not smooth go over again. You do not rub hard with clay, just let it glide over the lube.

[Wraythe]

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Sounds good. Your son will see the benefits first hand. Maybe this will evolve into a father/ son hobby.

The father/son hobby I wanted was to race on the weekends at road circuits throughout the western region. Unfortunately, my wife did not share the same vision

[Wraythe]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

I remember using the kit with the white clay in it but am pretty sure it was before 1995, trying to find the date of the black clay bar kit and maybe some information on the white clay bar kit too.

Mike, your cracking me up

We are showing our maturity...

[J. A. Michaels]

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Mike, Thank you for answering my exact question

I have been using different forms of claybar (organic & synthetic) dating back to the early 1990's. How many can say that

Besides Mike answering my question, someone made an excellent point. Have my son detail his vehical. That was a brillent suggestion!!! I forget my son is no longer four
I spoke with my son last night and he agreed to perform and document an extreme vehical makeover on his new but old Audi

In the coming weeks you will see a thread with before and after pictures detailing the following areas: engine, interior and of course, exterior.

Say tuned...

Sounds good. Your son will see the benefits first hand. Maybe this will evolve into a father/ son hobby.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

I have been using different forms of claybar (organic & synthetic) dating back to the early 1990's. How many can say that

Funny you should ask...

Classic Clay - Early Detailing Clay






I remember using the kit with the white clay in it but am pretty sure it was before 1995, trying to find the date of the black clay bar kit and maybe some information on the white clay bar kit too.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

someone made an excellent point. Have my son detail his vehicle. That was a brilliant suggestion!!! I forget my son is no longer four

I spoke with my son last night and he agreed to perform and document an extreme vehicle makeover on his new but old Audi

Great idea... he'll appreciate the results and the car more if puts his own passion and perspiration into it.

[dpardo]

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Sounds good!

It will be nice when my kids are old enough to detail!

[Wraythe]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

If you don't want to clay the paint and want to keep your time and effort minimized into the paint polishing process, then the best product for you to use will be our ColorX

Mike, Thank you for answering my exact question

I have been using different forms of claybar (organic & synthetic) dating back to the early 1990's. How many can say that

Besides Mike answering my question, someone made an excellent point. Have my son detail his vehical. That was a brillent suggestion!!! I forget my son is no longer four
I spoke with my son last night and he agreed to perform and document an extreme vehical makeover on his new but old Audi

In the coming weeks you will see a thread with before and after pictures detailing the following areas: engine, interior and of course, exterior.

Say tuned...

[Blake Beamish]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

I will agree with everything being said; the claying process is quite simply/easy.

I can only imagine how rough the paint on the Audi must feel after all those years. You must remember, all of the products are made to work on paint not on bonded dirt so every product that you use will not work as well as they should. The cleaning step is the most important step and should not be over looked.

[3Fitty]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

Wraythe,

I don't know if you'v ever clayed before and I know it can be tedious on a larger vehicle but I think not only is it essential for proper prep, but there is nothing (IMHO) that makes a car feel better than a good clay job.

[Poki]

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I am a newby to this forum and have found the info. to be right on! I just completed my first detail using a new G110 and Megs products. I too was not eager to clay..having never done it and reading posts on problems others had. The claying was the easiest part of the job!!!! Quick and foolproof if you use plenty of lubricant....fantastic results!

[EAT HEMI]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

I always clay. If I want to save time, I break out the cleaner wax.

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: If you don't claybar, then what?

I also think that claying would be very beneficial to your Audi. You will be amazed at how much this simple step adds to the car. A simple step with big results.