Is claying as simple as it looks?

[Eddie6th]

Re: Is claying as simple as it looks?

Claying! The fun part! Maybe because it's too easy?

[christian6984]

Re: Is claying as simple as it looks?

yup really easy, only a few things to remember,

keep the clay warm and soft (either keep working it in your hand or a clean bucket of hot water), (every thing needs to be clean to prevent any damage)

make sure the car is clean (one tiny piece of dirt and the clay could drag it and cause a scratch)

use plenty of QD for lubricant, if the clay drags it could marr the finish

check the clay regually and turn and fold to a clean piece

hope this helps

[splash]

Re: Is claying as simple as it looks?

I will use DETAILING CLAY MILD with Last touch for lub is it the same way?And what is the size of the cluy bar that i should use? and how many time i can use the same bar?

[Murr1525]

Re: Is claying as simple as it looks?

1. Yes, the mild clay is good, and Last Touch can be used. I believe that Last Touch should be diluted 1:1 with water for claying.

2. I dont usualy use too big of a piece. When I flatten it out it is about 1/2 inch thick, and a little smaller than my palm.

3. How many times is tougher to say. You could clay my car 10 times probably, but my car is cared for. Someone brings in an uncared for car, you might need more than 1 piece for the car.

[ceyko]

Re: Is claying as simple as it looks?

I did my first clay job yesterday on my Mustang and was pretty much floored at the difference. It did not seem to get a ton of dirt up, but after every panel I had to knead clay. I did use almost a whole bottle of that quick detailing stuff, so I really think I should find another, cheaper solution for it.

Anyway, as mentioned it is really easy if you keep it all lubed up and I think the results were awesome. I then did M205 and then NXT wax.