Newbie Clay Question

YellarStang99

YellarStang99

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I went down to the Bennett Auto the other day to get some stuff and I noticed the Mother's brand claying kit. So since I've been wanting to try this "claying" process on my car I bought one. I was very surprised though at the small size of the actual bar. How many cars can you do with just this one small bar? Thx - (I was just wondering)
 
YellarStang99 said:
I went down to the Bennett Auto the other day to get some stuff and I noticed the Mother's brand claying kit. So since I've been wanting to try this "claying" process on my car I bought one. I was very surprised though at the small size of the actual bar. How many cars can you do with just this one small bar? Thx - (I was just wondering)
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It all depends on how messed up the car is....I get about 3-5 cars done per bar, on average.
 
Curious, but how much did that kit set you back? And how much would you charge a customer to have their car clayed? Would you enclude that in any waxing job or a full detail only?
 
ndnguy said:
Curious, but how much did that kit set you back? And how much would you charge a customer to have their car clayed? Would you enclude that in any waxing job or a full detail only?
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I think the kit runs around $14.95 . Some detailers I've noticed charge around $25 Extra for claying or most detailers include it in a full detail.
 
I clay all cars on my details it just helpes to set the paint up for a better finish, and that's what we are delivering back so why cut coners.

On the clay that you have you should be able to a 5 cars again depending on who bad they are. Keep the clay in a zip lock bag with a spray of QD on it will keep in from drying out
 
Yea, I clay'd the stang today. Turned out great! This clay really works good. Heh, my hands still smell like that "minty" Mother's spray lube. Couldn't take any pics caus my dig. cam. took a dump about 3 days ago when i dropped it. :( It was cloudly today anyway. But it does work great, highly recommend claying for anyone!!
 
I charge extra for using clay on a car ... $40.00 $50.00 for trucks .. its an exellent upsell ,... i use alot of clay lube and clay is not cheap either .. it is also very labor intensive so my customers always want it done .. im a true believer in clay
 
I also clay each client's car, but I do things a bit differently. For starters, I cut the clay into sections (2 or 3, depending on which clay bar I use). It still leaves you with a usuable size, and you get a bigger bang for the buck.

Also, I use the 'clay after washing' method. I wash the car first, then, while I still have plenty of suds left, I take the wash mitt and wet the area I'm claying. It works like a charm, and I don't need to purchase clay lube (which is nothing more than quick detail spray anyway).

If you're near an AutoZone in FL, check out the $9.99 deal they have on Clay Magic. Definitely a great product at a great price.
 
ntwrkguy1 said:
I also clay each client's car, but I do things a bit differently. For starters, I cut the clay into sections (2 or 3, depending on which clay bar I use). It still leaves you with a usuable size, and you get a bigger bang for the buck.

Also, I use the 'clay after washing' method. I wash the car first, then, while I still have plenty of suds left, I take the wash mitt and wet the area I'm claying. It works like a charm, and I don't need to purchase clay lube (which is nothing more than quick detail spray anyway).

If you're near an AutoZone in FL, check out the $9.99 deal they have on Clay Magic. Definitely a great product at a great price.
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I'll have to check the Autozone here in LA. Thanks guys for the info, I really am starting to love DC more than any other forum I frequent.

Also how do you guys upsell using clay? I mean to get a client to agree to spend an additional 40-50 bucks isn't the easiest thing to do. I'm just wondering what you guys do to upsell claying.
 
ndnguy said:
I'll have to check the Autozone here in LA. Thanks guys for the info, I really am starting to love DC more than any other forum I frequent.

Also how do you guys upsell using clay? I mean to get a client to agree to spend an additional 40-50 bucks isn't the easiest thing to do. I'm just wondering what you guys do to upsell claying.
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Well to upsell I get some background info about their waxing habits . Most of the time I get the ones that haven't waxed in a year or the dealer told them they don't need wax on the newer cars..huh???
Yes I've heard alot of strange things but I'm glad they called . I take the time to educate cust. about what kind of results they 'll get from clay and then let them know that since they don't like to wax alot I suggest sealant . Thats a $50 upsell according to my prices.

I tell them that a wash -n - wax is a reg maint. thing not a first step . You deffinately want to clean the paint and make it smooth again , THEN protect it with wax/sealant..

I ussually end up showing them the clay and explaining in further detail.
 
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