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Well, I finally got the chance to use the Turtle Wax Liquid Claybar on a vehicle that really needed it to compare it to the results to a traditional clay system. In doing so I decided to go ahead and "detail" the vehicle. The process took about 6 hours, all by hand. I really need a machine.
Vehicle: My mothers 2006 Scion Xa
Process:
- Wash at a touchless car wash as I have no driveway and live in an apartment complex.
- While wet I used the TW Liquid Claybar, rinsed, and then used Meguiars claybar system. See below for the Turtle Wax Review.
- After drying I used DC#1.
- Followed with ScratchX, more "passion" was needed in some areas than in others.
- 1 coat of Meguiars Cleaner Wax.
- 1 coat of EagleOne Nano Wax.
- 1 coat (spray and wipe really) of NXT Spray Wax
- Meguiars Exterior Trim Detailer and Hot Shine tire spray for exterior stuff
I am fairly pleased with the results.
Photos: Before
During:
After:
Remember that scratch?
Even did a once over on the engine bay...quickly:
Turtle Wax Review:
This product is only worth it to those vehicles that have a fairly clean paint job and the owner wants to "quick(ly) clay" his vehicle. If there is heavy buildup than the Liquid Ice Claybar probably will not get all of the contaminants off.
After using the Liquid Claybar the Xa finish felt smooth and there was zero water beading. But I figured I would go ahead with the claybar anyways and the above photo shows some of the contaminants still on the paint. Additionally, for the price (although I bought it on sale) a Meguiars Claybar set is a better deal simply because of the amount of product you receive in the box.
It should be noted that the Turtle Wax does work, just not as well as a traditional claybar. The product goes on smooth and would be great as an "introduction" of what claying can bring.
Vehicle: My mothers 2006 Scion Xa
Process:
- Wash at a touchless car wash as I have no driveway and live in an apartment complex.
- While wet I used the TW Liquid Claybar, rinsed, and then used Meguiars claybar system. See below for the Turtle Wax Review.
- After drying I used DC#1.
- Followed with ScratchX, more "passion" was needed in some areas than in others.
- 1 coat of Meguiars Cleaner Wax.
- 1 coat of EagleOne Nano Wax.
- 1 coat (spray and wipe really) of NXT Spray Wax
- Meguiars Exterior Trim Detailer and Hot Shine tire spray for exterior stuff
I am fairly pleased with the results.
Photos: Before
During:
After:
Remember that scratch?
Even did a once over on the engine bay...quickly:
Turtle Wax Review:
This product is only worth it to those vehicles that have a fairly clean paint job and the owner wants to "quick(ly) clay" his vehicle. If there is heavy buildup than the Liquid Ice Claybar probably will not get all of the contaminants off.
After using the Liquid Claybar the Xa finish felt smooth and there was zero water beading. But I figured I would go ahead with the claybar anyways and the above photo shows some of the contaminants still on the paint. Additionally, for the price (although I bought it on sale) a Meguiars Claybar set is a better deal simply because of the amount of product you receive in the box.
It should be noted that the Turtle Wax does work, just not as well as a traditional claybar. The product goes on smooth and would be great as an "introduction" of what claying can bring.
!! Thanks, I wanted to try it, but looks like I'll pass on it...
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