Claying is absolutely essential

[reasoned]

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How do you prep the glass while claying? Glass cleaner?

Does the clay leave any residue on the glass?

[Murr1525]

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How do you prep the glass while claying? Glass cleaner?

Does the clay leave any residue on the glass?

Just clay with the regular QD lubricant. Then you'll need to clean you glass after with a regular glass cleaner.

[JSM]

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Yep, now it's hard for me to fight the urge to NOT clay after every wash.

I'm tempted to do the same. One question though, does clay remove polish and wax that is currently on the finish?

[Murr1525]

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I'm tempted to do the same. One question though, does clay remove polish and wax that is currently on the finish?

Yes, or at least some of it.

[JSM]

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Yes, or at least some of it.

Would it be best to follow-up with something like UQW?

[Murr1525]

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It would be better than nothing, but I really dont clay unless I plan on using a proper cleaner/wax, or wax, etc after.

[JSM]

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It would be better than nothing, but I really dont clay unless I plan on using a proper cleaner/wax, or wax, etc after.

Thanks, I was under that impression. I normally feel a little bit of bonded contaminants on the finish (not much I can do, since it's a daily driver), so I just live with it, then do a full routine when it gets enough of an accumulation on the finish.

[Eddie6th]

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Just clay with the regular QD lubricant. Then you'll need to clean you glass after with a regular glass cleaner.

that's the best point.

You still have to clean the glass after claying. Claying gets rid of the bonded contaminents,but you'll probably find as your drying off the QD with your micro,the water marks are still there. You won't notice them when the glass is dry or during the claying process,just that moment when it is drying up.

[SRT84JM]

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I not only clay the glass on the car I also clay the glass at home. I just did some windows that face the Sun in the morning. Looks like they are........... well........... as clear as glass. I have a very happy Wife !!

You really don't need to clay the glass, but you do need to scrub the glass. The Clean Team has a microfiber scrubber where you apply the glass cleaner, scrub the glass, wipe off a bit at the top with terry cloth, use a squeegy to clean the glass. Works great. Also a happy spouse.

[the_invisible]

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I heard that M105 or M205 is used on glass... is that strictly for cleaning residues such as water spots, or polishing out scratches?

[Murr1525]

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I heard that M105 or M205 is used on glass... is that strictly for cleaning residues such as water spots, or polishing out scratches?

They will not remove scratches. Just stubborn residues and surface spots.

I would say #4, #105, and UC would be the best choices.

[spyghost]

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i wasn't a believer of clay until i tried it one day on our heavily sapped toyota vios. the sap had cured for several weeks already under the sun. removal was a real PITA until i used clay bar. removal was no sweat even though it has caked well.

regarding the clay on glass,
- won't used up clay scratch glass?
- isn't it better to just use a new clay on the glass, then on the body?

i got this idea because surface correction of painted surfaces is far easier than scratch correction on glass.

[Eddie6th]

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i wasn't a believer of clay until i tried it one day on our heavily sapped toyota vios. the sap had cured for several weeks already under the sun. removal was a real PITA until i used clay bar. removal was no sweat even though it has caked well.

regarding the clay on glass,
- won't used up clay scratch glass?
- isn't it better to just use a new clay on the glass, then on the body?

i got this idea because surface correction of painted surfaces is far easier than scratch correction on glass.

Use your own judgement as to the condition of your clay. I just done all my glass with a well used bit of clay....no scratches. Just the ones were there before. If your unsure,throw away and get a new piece.

[Eddie6th]

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I heard that M105 or M205 is used on glass... is that strictly for cleaning residues such as water spots, or polishing out scratches?

There are special kits for getting rid of scratches out of glass. I think removing wiper scuffs and such can be achieved with good success,and the appropriate kit. Deeper cuts that can be felt with your nail will need more experience.

Google search...'Eastwood Company'.

[itself]

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I was thrilled that the clay removed water spots on the body of the car. There is no question, claying is a bit of work, but well worth the effort....see my results on my other post of my Pics of my Honda 2003 detail. Great products do great things!

Lisa