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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 10:42 AM
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i have a 98 t/a and i wax it probably 3 times a month it is a great looking car. i always keep it clean. but i have heard so much about the clay bar anyone have before and after pics? thanks.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 10:44 AM
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what color is the car?
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 01:03 PM
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I dont have before and after pics but it is worth your time to do it probably twice a year at least.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 01:04 PM
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 01:18 PM
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I don't know about looks before and after, but the impurities removed from the clear is amazing. Extremely smooth after also. Do a small part and feel the difference.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by VSGLS1
I don't know about looks before and after, but the impurities removed from the clear is amazing. Extremely smooth after also. Do a small part and feel the difference.
100% correct
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 01:36 PM
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I've got a black car and the previous owner didn't take very good care of the exterior. Should I clay it this weekend before I wax it?
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 01:37 PM
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Wash, clay then wax.
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/\ Right on!

Wax is just to help protect the "clean" paint after the clay treatment.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 05:06 PM
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DO NOT drop the clay bar.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 05:14 PM
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i'd do it.. especially on a '98 model
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 05:24 PM
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Hell, I'd do a claybar every couple months. If you can feel the dirt buildup in the paint...time to claybar.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 06:20 PM
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I wash, clay, rewash to make sure all the clay if off, then polish and wax. If you clay 2-3 times a year you will have a much easier time washing the car.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 06:27 PM
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polish , polish , polish .

wash , clay , then polish , that gives it the deep shine , then wax to protect it . polish will do wonders on a black car .
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 07:13 PM
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claybar was a waste of time
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Originally Posted by Cop Car
claybar was a waste of time
How was it a waste??
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 07:31 PM
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what is claybar and what do you mean by polish. like wax or what. i feel like a moran asking this but i would like to know. also where can i get claybar.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 07:48 PM
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i belive polish is just that, its applied like a wax but ... its a polish. lol ive never used one personally, but i would like to. and as for a claybar, u can get one at like advanced auto, its a mothers claybar kit that comes with a detailer spray (its what u use to lube the paint before rubbing the clay over it), and a carnuba wax .. which is good but ive yet to use it.

and like mentioned before. DO NOT drop the clay bar. if u do. go out and get new one.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by rayce08
polish , polish , polish .

wash , clay , then polish , that gives it the deep shine , then wax to protect it . polish will do wonders on a black car .

Right on.
All I use is pure polish- & lots of it. Polish cleans and nourishes the paint. Wax just seals & reflects. I also clay bar once a year or so to remove surface impurities. It's been about 5 years and the original paint on my black SS still looks awesome- deep & wet.
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Old Dec 8, 2005 | 08:36 PM
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There is no exaggeration about the claybar...if its never been done, it'll make the paint smooth as glass, and then super smooth after a layer or two of wax. You'll notice it most on the hood, roof, rear spoiler and bumper. It's gonna sound like its ripping the paint off, especially on your 98...but thats a good sound! DO IT
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