Clay Barring help?
07-08-2007, 09:03 PM
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Clay Barring help? Ok so i went ahead and bought the Meguires Gold class, now i want to know what brand i can get from Auto Zone or Pep Boys claybar that is, also how is the proper way to claybar? any help would be greatly appreciated
07-08-2007, 09:23 PM
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The only clay bar I have used is Zainos which you can only purchase online. I'm sure all claybars will give you the same results (dont know about that liquid claybar crap though).
Here are the instructions:
1.) Before using a Z-18 ClayBar™ on your car, you must thoroughly clean and dry your car to remove any loose dirt. Direct sunlight should not fall on your car's surface, and it's best if the work area is relatively cool to prevent rapid evaporation of the clay lubricant. Do not risk scratching your car; if you drop your clay bar, throw it away!
2.) To use Z-18 ClayBar™, you spray a water-based lubricant on a small area of your car and rub the bar back and forth with light to medium pressure. If the lubricant begins to dry, you'll need to spray more. Z-18 is fairly sticky, and cannot be used dry. If you try using it dry, you'll make a big mess. We suggest mixing one cap full of Z-7 Show Car Wash with water in a 16 ounce spray bottle. Z-6 also works as a lubricant for Z-18 ClayBar, but Z-7 Show Car Wash is much more cost effective.
3.) After a few passes with the Z-18 ClayBar™, rub your hand over the area to feel if the surface contamination was removed. Keep rubbing until all contamination bumps are gone. Finally, wipe the clay residue off with a soft terrycloth towel, and buff to a nice luster. Just like polishing with Zaino Show Car Polish, work in small areas.
4.) Check your Z-18 ClayBar frequently for hard particles. When found, pick them off. Make it a habit to occasionally knead and reform the bar so that a fresh portion of the bar contacts your car's paint. If you drop your bar of clay on the ground, it's history. Toss it out. Don't take any chances, discard the clay bar if it becomes impregnated with grit.
5.) Do not overuse. A single bar will do 3-4 medium size cars with moderate contamination. If you are removing heavy overspray or rail dust, use the bar once and throw it away.
6.) When you're finished claying your car, you should wash it with Z-7 Show Car Wash to remove the lubricant film. Finally, seal your freshly cleaned paint with your choice of Z-2 Show Car Polish for Clear Coated Car Finishes, Z-3 Show Car Polish for Non-clear Coated Paint, or Z-5 Show Car Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches.
Here are the instructions:
1.) Before using a Z-18 ClayBar™ on your car, you must thoroughly clean and dry your car to remove any loose dirt. Direct sunlight should not fall on your car's surface, and it's best if the work area is relatively cool to prevent rapid evaporation of the clay lubricant. Do not risk scratching your car; if you drop your clay bar, throw it away!
2.) To use Z-18 ClayBar™, you spray a water-based lubricant on a small area of your car and rub the bar back and forth with light to medium pressure. If the lubricant begins to dry, you'll need to spray more. Z-18 is fairly sticky, and cannot be used dry. If you try using it dry, you'll make a big mess. We suggest mixing one cap full of Z-7 Show Car Wash with water in a 16 ounce spray bottle. Z-6 also works as a lubricant for Z-18 ClayBar, but Z-7 Show Car Wash is much more cost effective.
3.) After a few passes with the Z-18 ClayBar™, rub your hand over the area to feel if the surface contamination was removed. Keep rubbing until all contamination bumps are gone. Finally, wipe the clay residue off with a soft terrycloth towel, and buff to a nice luster. Just like polishing with Zaino Show Car Polish, work in small areas.
4.) Check your Z-18 ClayBar frequently for hard particles. When found, pick them off. Make it a habit to occasionally knead and reform the bar so that a fresh portion of the bar contacts your car's paint. If you drop your bar of clay on the ground, it's history. Toss it out. Don't take any chances, discard the clay bar if it becomes impregnated with grit.
5.) Do not overuse. A single bar will do 3-4 medium size cars with moderate contamination. If you are removing heavy overspray or rail dust, use the bar once and throw it away.
6.) When you're finished claying your car, you should wash it with Z-7 Show Car Wash to remove the lubricant film. Finally, seal your freshly cleaned paint with your choice of Z-2 Show Car Polish for Clear Coated Car Finishes, Z-3 Show Car Polish for Non-clear Coated Paint, or Z-5 Show Car Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches.
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07-09-2007, 10:36 AM
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oder some online from our sponsor, Tropi-care ..
or .. if you want to pick it up locally, then grab a Meguiar's or Mother's kit .. either will work well. grab a good microfiber towel to dry the surface as you go ..
follow the instructions that come with the kit ..
tear the bar in half, and use half at a time, that way if you drop it, you don't have to run back to the store..
if you drop it, throw it away .. period ..
or .. if you want to pick it up locally, then grab a Meguiar's or Mother's kit .. either will work well. grab a good microfiber towel to dry the surface as you go ..
follow the instructions that come with the kit ..
tear the bar in half, and use half at a time, that way if you drop it, you don't have to run back to the store..
if you drop it, throw it away .. period ..
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Need just the bar? We can accommodate you. Contact us for special unadvertised pricing at steve@tropi-care.com or call toll-free at (866)341-0050. We can do up to 3 average sized vehicles with one bar. When you can not expose a clean surface, it is time to replace with the next piece.
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Get the meguiars clay bar kit. It's less than $20. You can get it at autoZone, advanced auto, was-mart, etc.,.
The kit comes with the spray detailer. Use a lot of it to keep the area you work lubed up. It works great. The kit comes with an awesome microfiber towel and some cleaner wax.
It's easy to do. Just rub the clay bar over the surface. Takes no time at all and the paint looks amazing after. You do have to wax it right after because the clay removes all the wax from the car.
The kit comes with the spray detailer. Use a lot of it to keep the area you work lubed up. It works great. The kit comes with an awesome microfiber towel and some cleaner wax.
It's easy to do. Just rub the clay bar over the surface. Takes no time at all and the paint looks amazing after. You do have to wax it right after because the clay removes all the wax from the car.
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I had one little bar about 5x3 inches that came in the mothers kit and i cut it in half in case i were to drop it. i did but luckily i had another half. Maybe thats why they gave 2 bars?
