Clay Bar?

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MelHal74

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I know this is somewhat of a newbie question, but I have a 2002 Mustang I wash and wax it on a regular basis, its driven only in the summer months and I've had for about 2 1/2 years now.



I'm looking to claybar it since the front bumper is a bit beat up from the massive amount of bugs we get here in iowa during our muggy summers. I was wondering which kit you would recommend? I'm not looking to spend an arm and a leg on clay but whats a good reliable company that can deliver a good clay bar kit? what works best for you guys? I just ordered the Clearkote killer combo and I want to get my paint ready for the great products they have. I really want the car to stand out this summer and I want to get it detialed really well this spring before I officially get it out and show it off.



So if you guys could point in the right direction that would be great, thanks



Nick

- detailer in training :xyxthumbs
 
easy,

most of the clay kits are good, claymagic is a good one. i would advise against the megs one. claymagic is not that much more expensive and its well worth it.

i would clay the whole car cause its never been clayed before. you will be amazed at the difference. its a very important part of prep, and prep is everything.



enjoy.
 
Simple green or other high quality degreasers will do a much better job at getting the bugs then clay will. I personally only use clay to even the polishing surface. And I use Clay Magic, and the option they have here is cool because they allow you to buy two bottles of lube for only two bucks over the usual package. I love CM clay lube as an economical detailing spray too, I buy it by the case. This clay is not only the cheapest around but it is also the best I've tried so far. It stays nice and firm, which is how I like it. Some others get too soft. When storing it just spray once with clay lube and put it in a sandwhich bag. $12.50 for clay and two lubes is hardly an arm and leg yes??

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/awc-88256.html
 
Another claymagic fan here too, but check out the the Sonus clay too, which is really nice too. Remember to use a coupon code to get the best prices at the Autopia store.



EDIT: Some coupon codes for the Autopia Store (check to see which codes are still active). Codes are not "stackable", just use the one code at checkout that gives the best discount on your order.



SONUS -- 15% on all SONUS & Klasse products

AUTOGLYM -- 15% on all AutoGylm products

MEGUIARS -- 10% on most Meguiar's products

ABC or SAVEBIG gives a 15% discount on everything.

MFT gives a 20% discount on microfiber products.

PINNACLE for 25% off Pinnacle Souveran and Signature.
 
02SonicBlueGT- The Sonus clay works well for me when it comes to bugs (and other contamination). With the bugs, you have to have a good LSP on there and clean them off rather quickly or else their guts will eat through the LSP and into the clear. But I can almost always get by with just the clay, and often do it gently enough that I don't have to redo my LSP. Even works when Accumulatorette comes back from her summer roadtrips to Dixie, with all the bugs from down south plastered on her car's leading edges. But again, you gotta keep up with your LSP for this to work out OK.
 
LSP? what is that?

Bugs aren't a huge issue anymore since when I get on road trips I have a bra on the car. I just figured since the car is 2 1/2 years old its probably due for a clay job.
 
02SonicBlueGT said:
LSP? what is that?

Bugs aren't a huge issue anymore since when I get on road trips I have a bra on the car. I just figured since the car is 2 1/2 years old its probably due for a clay job.
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Last Step Protection (LSP):

LSP should be non-abrasive, contain no cleaners, or fillers to mask surface imperfections. They only provide the paint film surface with protection and shine. Avoid LSP products that have a highly concentrated carrier (solvent) system, as they will degrade the surface they are being applied to.



Also be aware that the both the LSP product and the foam pad may be non-abrasive, but application pressure if not kept to an absolute minimum and using use a very light and even pressure, may re-introduce surface marring of the previously applied product.

JonM
 
02SonicBlueGT said:
I just figured since the car is 2 1/2 years old its probably due for a clay job.
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No doubt! I spot clay our vehicles at every wash and do a thorough job of it every time I refresh the Last Step Product.
 
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