Where to buy clay?

[sstephen17]

Does anyone know where to buy just the clay bar for automotive use? I've used the Blue Clay kit that comes with the spray. However, I have a lot of spray left but the clay bar is pretty dirty since I used it on a car that had a lot of bonded contaminants. Is it safe to use the clay you can buy at art supply shops so long as it's smooth and I use the lubricant? Thanks.

[Lt1Corvette]

I usually buy my clay at K-mart. Or in an auto store if I am desperate.

[Rockpick]

I highly recommend www.meguiars.com

Meguiar's sells a kit that is similar to the Clay-Magic kit that you've mentioned. It's called the Quik Clay kit and can be viewed/purchased here.

Everything that you need, minus a few Ultimate Wipe Detailing Cloths, is included in the package!

If you're reluctant to purchase products online (as I know some are), I'd recommend utilizing Meguiar's Dealer Locator as it should get you much closer to this Meguiar's product.

Let us know if you have any additional questions!

RP

[RamAirV1]

You could also go to a local PBE and get some Overspray Clay. It is sold without the lube. If they don't stock it, you can probably get it in a day or two.

RamAirV1

[sstephen17]

I'm actually just looking for the clay only. The one I have is rather dirty, no matter how many times I try to reshape it. I still have plenty of the spray but I'd like to get more clay bars.

[Rockpick]

Sorry about that sstephen17. I apparently misunderstood your request.

Personally, I'd still go with the Quik Clay system as the Quik Detailer (the lubricant spray with the kit) is a 'mist and wipe' type of product that can be used as often as you wish to remove very light surficial contamination like dust, smudges, and finger prints on your paint; not just, exclusively, with the clay. I literally go through GALLONS of this type of product in a typical year as they're EXCELLENT for maintaining a clean, freshly waxed vehicle. I don't think you can ever have enough...

If you're totally against the idea of the kit, I would then recommend Meguiar's Detailing Clay and even more specifically, the MILD variety (C-2000). This clay will be slightly more aggressive than the clay that comes in the Quik Clay kit however; it's still very user friendly and should be used in the exact same manner that the Quik Clay was to have been used.

I think you're very wise for replacing your clay bar; especially if it's starting to look dingy. Dirty clay can cause problems depending on what's suspended within the bar itself.

Word to the wise: Use clean clay!

Thanks for the questions! If you have any others, feel free to chime back in!

RP

[sstephen17]

Thanks for the info and the link. I think I'll just buy the clay for now.

[Rockpick]

Originally posted by sstephen17
Thanks for the info and the link. I think I'll just buy the clay for now.

Glad to have helped...


RP