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Ordered the Clay Bar a while back, and today was a perfect day to give it a try.
For those reading, I'm not a detailer -- just someone that really is trying to keep my car in good shape. So for you pros reading, don't make fun.
First off, it took me all day (remember- no making fun).
I first tried it out on a small area. I first lubricated the area with Poorboys S&W. I was a little nervous, thinking I would get a tiny stone or something under the clay & scrap the ^@%#@ outta my paint. So, I started out with back & forth swipes (test area was about 3" x 3") -- I immediately discovered the importance of the lubrication. Don't be conservative. Lubricate that area well.
I cleaned the area with an MF towel. I was amazed at how slick it was. I used the little "tester glove" that came with the Clay Bar (quit laughing) to feel the little bumps and things on the surface prior claying it . . . I didn't think it was that bad. But afterwards, it was so slick. It was honestly like glass.
Oh, I was geeked! I then got brave and did a 10" x 10" area. Again, slicker then snot on a door knob. Had to call the wife over to check this stuff out. My Clay Bar confidence was at an all time high . . . time to do an entire quarter panel!
For those of you considering trying a Clay Bar for the first time, I must say you'll be surprised at how it feels afterwards. You can't really see a difference, but to the touch it will be a night & day difference. Even those areas that feel clean, night and day difference.
Thanks again Boss_429 :bigups for your suggestions/comments a while back. It worked out really well. And for all you other pros reading this, I must say I truly admire how you all can professionally detail a car in the time you do. I just can't seem to do it in under 17 hours (and that's not counting the engine bay or wheel wells).
For those reading, I'm not a detailer -- just someone that really is trying to keep my car in good shape. So for you pros reading, don't make fun.
First off, it took me all day (remember- no making fun).
I first tried it out on a small area. I first lubricated the area with Poorboys S&W. I was a little nervous, thinking I would get a tiny stone or something under the clay & scrap the ^@%#@ outta my paint. So, I started out with back & forth swipes (test area was about 3" x 3") -- I immediately discovered the importance of the lubrication. Don't be conservative. Lubricate that area well.
I cleaned the area with an MF towel. I was amazed at how slick it was. I used the little "tester glove" that came with the Clay Bar (quit laughing) to feel the little bumps and things on the surface prior claying it . . . I didn't think it was that bad. But afterwards, it was so slick. It was honestly like glass.
Oh, I was geeked! I then got brave and did a 10" x 10" area. Again, slicker then snot on a door knob. Had to call the wife over to check this stuff out. My Clay Bar confidence was at an all time high . . . time to do an entire quarter panel!
For those of you considering trying a Clay Bar for the first time, I must say you'll be surprised at how it feels afterwards. You can't really see a difference, but to the touch it will be a night & day difference. Even those areas that feel clean, night and day difference.
Thanks again Boss_429 :bigups for your suggestions/comments a while back. It worked out really well. And for all you other pros reading this, I must say I truly admire how you all can professionally detail a car in the time you do. I just can't seem to do it in under 17 hours (and that's not counting the engine bay or wheel wells).
