wash, wax & clay bar

mustangvsix · 03-11-2007, 04:26 PM

well first time using the clay bar and wow, that stuff works awesome. the pictures really don't do it justice, but the difference in person is amazing.

mustangvsix · 03-11-2007, 04:26 PM

theponyfactor · 03-11-2007, 04:53 PM

looks great!

you car look sooo nice

mustangvsix · 03-11-2007, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by theponyfactor

looks great!

you car look sooo nice

thanks man

Pilks · 03-11-2007, 08:18 PM

looks clean

tennstang · 03-11-2007, 10:00 PM

Used Clay and the Porter Cable for the first time ever today... loved the results also.

great job.. your car looks great.

whitethunder46 · 03-11-2007, 10:04 PM

Looks good.

When you say the clay bar made it "look" better what did you mean? I'm hoping you mean it just pulled out any little particles that washings can not always get out.

phil_the_thrill · 03-11-2007, 10:09 PM

are looks hella clean. nice work

mustangvsix · 03-11-2007, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tennstang

Used Clay and the Porter Cable for the first time ever today... loved the results also.

great job.. your car looks great.

haha, thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by phil_the_thrill

are looks hella clean. nice work

thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by whitethunder46

Looks good.

When you say the clay bar made it "look" better what did you mean? I'm hoping you mean it just pulled out any little particles that washings can not always get out.

thanks, yeah i mean the paint just looks pure and fresh again, and like you said, removing all the stuff washing can't get out. Just by looking at the what the clay had stuck in it, i know it works well.

03-11-2007, 10:33 PM

Looks great as always man!

I just went out and got the Mothers Claybar kit, hopefully I can get it done sometime in the next couple of days.

Was it a P.I.T.A? Did you go over your whole car, or just the metal? Any tips?!

whitethunder46 · 03-12-2007, 10:20 AM

If you have never clayed your car, it is the most underestimated step in auto detailing imo.

There are many good kits, Mothers, Megs, and Clay Magic to name a few.
If you have a ckay bar, but no clay lube, a QD will work just as good.

In order to clay your car, just spray the lube or QD on the service and rub the clay back and forth. If you feel the clay start to grab or stick to the paint, spray some more lube. You should "feel" the clay work, meaning you will feel it pick up contaminants in the paint and then start feeling smooth.

The best way to do this is do one panel at a time. Have a few nice MF cloths (or a large MF drying towel if you have one) and then simply wipe or dry off the clay lube/QD.

After all said and done your vehicle will feel buttery smooth. Claying will pick up any of those dirt marks that washing can't get out. Also, it will pick up paint overspray, bugs on font bumper, tar, etc. It can be used on glass and chrome (if fine clay) as well.

Sorry guys, I had to put some good info on here. From my sig, I'm starting a major venture this year in my own mobile detailing company.

mustangvsix · 03-12-2007, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wnracing

Looks great as always man!

I just went out and got the Mothers Claybar kit, hopefully I can get it done sometime in the next couple of days.

Was it a P.I.T.A? Did you go over your whole car, or just the metal? Any tips?!

thanks

I thought it was going to be a PITA but when you see the difference it makes, it is totaly worth it. It actually isnt' too bad, easier then waxing by far. As for tips, just follow what whitethunder said.

machnjo · 03-12-2007, 08:01 PM

Best white mustang that I have seen yet. Awesome car man.

95STANG · 03-12-2007, 08:52 PM

Plan on claying my car this Wednesday.

mustangvsix · 03-12-2007, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by machnjo

Best white mustang that I have seen yet. Awesome car man.

WOW!! thanks man, that means alot, considering your Mach has been my background many times.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95STANG

Plan on claying my car this Wednesday.

you will definately enjoy the results.

WaterDR · 03-12-2007, 09:16 PM

A few extra clay bar tips.....

Wash the car really good first....I wash mine twice just to be sure it is clean. You want to remove oxidation, and not scratch the surface with dirt and rocks.

Always run the bar length-wise.

Be liberal with lube. I use dish-soap if I don't have lube which pulls the wax off and leave a spot-free rinse.

I then follow with a pain cleaner, sealant, and wax.

Blake

*03gtmustang* · 03-12-2007, 09:17 PM

Realize that claying wont get out swirl marks and scratches. It only gets out SOME paint transfer and the other things that thunder mentioned.

You can tell how good the paint condition is in by taking a picture of the paint while in direct sun light. Whats when you can see the swirl marks.

Its better to use a QDer or clay lube with the clay rather then a soap because the soap will tend to dry out the clay.

WaterDR · 03-12-2007, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 03gtmustang

Realize that claying wont get out swirl marks and scratches. It only gets out SOME paint transfer and the other things that thunder mentioned.

You can tell how good the paint condition is in by taking a picture of the paint while in direct sun light. Whats when you can see the swirl marks.

Its better to use a QDer or clay lube with the wax rather then a soap because the soap will tend to dry out the clay.

Takes grease and bugs off too. You can also use it on your windows!

Codiddy · 03-13-2007, 03:36 PM

you can use it on rims too if its a relatively fine clay.

*03gtmustang* · 03-13-2007, 03:40 PM

Yep, you can use it on pretty much anything.

03-11-2007, 04:26 PM	#1 (permalink)
mustangvsix 4 point 6 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Flagstaff, Az / Los Alamos, NM Posts: 2,482	wash, wax & clay bar well first time using the clay bar and wow, that stuff works awesome. the pictures really don't do it justice, but the difference in person is amazing. __________________ 2001 True Blue Cobra Convertible 1 of 292 #935 built on 4/20/01

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03-11-2007, 04:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
theponyfactor Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 741	looks great! you car look sooo nice __________________ 1995 3.8L Ford Mustang Chrome 17" fr500s//Mac Y-Pipe Exhaust//SS Bumper Inserts//H&R Sport Springs//Mach 1 Takeoff Shocks & Struts//MM C/C Plates//Very Slow

03-11-2007, 08:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
Pilks Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 554	looks clean __________________ http://www.gotstang.com/profile.php?pilks

03-11-2007, 10:04 PM	#7 (permalink)
whitethunder46 Always Detailin' Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 3,556	Looks good. When you say the clay bar made it "look" better what did you mean? I'm hoping you mean it just pulled out any little particles that washings can not always get out. __________________ supernissans.net 2001 Mustang GT - Saleen Replica - SOLD 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3022272

03-11-2007, 10:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
tennstang Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 395	Used Clay and the Porter Cable for the first time ever today... loved the results also. great job.. your car looks great.

03-11-2007, 10:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
phil_the_thrill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Troy, Missouri Posts: 246	are looks hella clean. nice work __________________ Now accepting donations! If you do the speed limit then get the f*** out of my way! "America is all about speed. Hot, nasty, badass speed." -Eleanor Roosevelt Alcohol may be man's worst enemy, but the bible says love your enemy.

03-11-2007, 10:33 PM	#10 (permalink)
wnracing Posts: n/a	Looks great as always man! I just went out and got the Mothers Claybar kit, hopefully I can get it done sometime in the next couple of days. Was it a P.I.T.A? Did you go over your whole car, or just the metal? Any tips?!

03-12-2007, 10:20 AM	#11 (permalink)
whitethunder46 Always Detailin' Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 3,556	If you have never clayed your car, it is the most underestimated step in auto detailing imo. There are many good kits, Mothers, Megs, and Clay Magic to name a few. If you have a ckay bar, but no clay lube, a QD will work just as good. In order to clay your car, just spray the lube or QD on the service and rub the clay back and forth. If you feel the clay start to grab or stick to the paint, spray some more lube. You should "feel" the clay work, meaning you will feel it pick up contaminants in the paint and then start feeling smooth. The best way to do this is do one panel at a time. Have a few nice MF cloths (or a large MF drying towel if you have one) and then simply wipe or dry off the clay lube/QD. After all said and done your vehicle will feel buttery smooth. Claying will pick up any of those dirt marks that washing can't get out. Also, it will pick up paint overspray, bugs on font bumper, tar, etc. It can be used on glass and chrome (if fine clay) as well. Sorry guys, I had to put some good info on here. From my sig, I'm starting a major venture this year in my own mobile detailing company. __________________ supernissans.net 2001 Mustang GT - Saleen Replica - SOLD 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3022272

03-12-2007, 08:01 PM	#13 (permalink)
machnjo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,086	Best white mustang that I have seen yet. Awesome car man. __________________ 2004 Screaming Yellow Mach 1 (5spd) 2002 Mineral Grey GT (auto, DD) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2534038/1 Sig courtesy of wnracing

03-12-2007, 08:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
95STANG In heven there is no beer Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Burlington, Iowa Posts: 857	Plan on claying my car this Wednesday. __________________ 1995 Laser Red Mustang V6 Performance= K&N, TB Spacer, True Dual 40s

03-12-2007, 09:16 PM	#16 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,391	A few extra clay bar tips..... Wash the car really good first....I wash mine twice just to be sure it is clean. You want to remove oxidation, and not scratch the surface with dirt and rocks. Always run the bar length-wise. Be liberal with lube. I use dish-soap if I don't have lube which pulls the wax off and leave a spot-free rinse. I then follow with a pain cleaner, sealant, and wax. Blake __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

03-12-2007, 09:17 PM	#17 (permalink)
03gtmustang Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 3,260	Realize that claying wont get out swirl marks and scratches. It only gets out SOME paint transfer and the other things that thunder mentioned. You can tell how good the paint condition is in by taking a picture of the paint while in direct sun light. Whats when you can see the swirl marks. Its better to use a QDer or clay lube with the clay rather then a soap because the soap will tend to dry out the clay. __________________ D&D Auto Detailing -Dan

03-13-2007, 03:40 PM	#20 (permalink)
03gtmustang Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 3,260	Yep, you can use it on pretty much anything. __________________ D&D Auto Detailing -Dan

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