2-3 times per year at most. I use clay as part of the procedure for cleaning in preparation for applying paint sealant, which is good for 6 months for the kind of climate and driving that I do. And I still wash the car once or more per week... depends on the road conditions (wet and sloppy gets more frequent washes).
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Last edited by GoofyTimL : 05-17-2007 at 02:53 PM.
which clay bars work best? I've seen some clay bars at auto zone ( meguires, mothers ) and also a clay liquid ..
what do you recommend?
I've taken the recommendation of many on the forum and just purchased a boat load of supplies from Gary...he owns his own shop and give tons of great advise on this forum.
Don't know anything about "clay liquid" (how would one use that?). From what I understand most automotive clay bars come from only a couple of sources (and most likely off-shore to US). Personnaly I've used the one with the Mequires kit and it seems equivalent to the one's I've purchased from Gary. You just want to ensure that it touches only the car's finish.
If you drop it you throw it away and get another pristine piece. Use lots of lubrication (soapy water and/or detail spray) and work in small areas of the finish at a time.
2-3 times per year at most. I use clay as part of the procedure for cleaning in preparation for applying paint sealant, which is good for 60 months for the kind of climate and driving that I do. And I still wash the car once or more per week... depends on the road conditions (wet and sloppy gets more frequent washes).
I am sure you meant to say 6 months not 60
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I just bought a little over $100 worth of products from Gary. I am sure I wont be disappointed. Thanks for the great tips Gary. I have never clayed an auto and I am really excited to start on my 300.
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