For those of you unaware of Clay Barring...

[Sentientbydesign]

DISCLAIMER:

I have a bunch of pictures and video that I've been meaning to post, but I'm too lazy. I don't have an easy way to upload either, so they come trickling in.

This past weekend I dewaxed, clay barred, then waxed my G (she needs a name). This was what the clay bar looked like from doing just half of the roof.



Camera on the phone kinda sucks, but you can still see all of the crap it pulled up...I think it's mostly tree sap. I ended up going over it 2 more times. Each time it has more speckles or just general discoloration.

Other picture to follow (probably in other threads).

[SVTCOBRA]

Nate, Have you ever tried ScratchX?I had some hard rain spots that claying would not get off, but the ScratchX did. Great stuff!!

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

I wanted to ask about the Scratch X stuff... I need to use that for a few spots as well...

DId it work well ?

DJ

[SVTCOBRA]

I think it was hard water spots (not hard rain) or maybe acid rain. Just a few. Nothing would lift them.This ScratchX got the nasty stuff off!! I picked it up at Autozone

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

cool and thanks for the update.

DJ

[Sentientbydesign]

Rich,

I'll keep that in mind. I think I'm going to prep my front bumper for a complete repaint. If I had the money, I'd do something interesting...but...meh.

I think the Zaino will be my next product to try out.

[snwbrdr435]

I think the Zaino will be my next product to try out.

waits for svt to comment on your next "product"

[Sentientbydesign]

waits for svt to comment on your next "product"

Dude...When are you going to get a G? Do we have to start a donation pot or something? You're always welcome over here! BUT! You need a G!!!

[C-Kwik]

Clay bars work, plain and simple. However, they do remove wax and are mild abrasives (some more than others). So it should only be done periodically. Perhaps in conjunction with typical waxing schedules (6 months to a year) depending on local conditions.

[Sentientbydesign]

Thanks Chano,

I did 2 or 3 days of research on them before I even touched one. I usually remove the wax first, then use the clay bar.

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

Dude...When are you going to get a G? Do we have to start a donation pot or something? You're always welcome over here! BUT! You need a G!!!

Quick... I have his Visa Number.. Lets buy him a G

[joe603]

You will love the results of Zaino!!! Make sure to follow the directions and get the right stuff from the website.

[SVTCOBRA]

Joe IS mr Zaino! He speaks the truth! Also, remember to put it on THIN!!!

[Beancooker]

I think the Zaino will be my next product to try out.

Zaino is WAY overrated.

All you need is right here: http://www.griotsgarage.com/

The fine hand polish and best of show wax.

/thread.

[smockers83]

You should mold the clay so your clay surface is clean as you go so you don't have all of that stuff rubbing on the clear coat.

[Sentientbydesign]

That was from a few back and forths the first time on half of the roof. I'm not stupid PB&J lol

I reworked it after every pass to keep a clean surface (obviously using the back side first, then reworking).

[smockers83]

Hey man, just had to check haha cuz I remember you saying you had more scratches than before or that whatever you did didn't help.

[Sentientbydesign]

I'm just playing with you bro.

[smockers83]

I know, no worries.