Anyone Claybar?
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Does it come in different grits and is it a short term solution to small area clearcoat flaking with a different form of edge feathering ? Already stripped all the wax off with harsh soap and will be soon taking care of parking lot discrepancies .
Does it come in different grits and is it a short term solution to small area clearcoat flaking with a different form of edge feathering ? Already stripped all the wax off with harsh soap and will be soon taking care of parking lot discrepancies .
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Hi,
just did it for the first time when I polished and sealed the lacquer. Was impressed how much more fine dirt the claybar removed even if the clearcoat was already washed very thoroughly.
From now on I'll claybar on a regular basis (1-2 times/year) as pre-treatment to the detailing process.
just did it for the first time when I polished and sealed the lacquer. Was impressed how much more fine dirt the claybar removed even if the clearcoat was already washed very thoroughly.
From now on I'll claybar on a regular basis (1-2 times/year) as pre-treatment to the detailing process.
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I've used the clay bar for years, albeit only on an annual basis. It deep cleans the paint of built-up contaminants, like tree sap, tar, water spots and the everyday industrial particles that stick to the paint.
It's time-consuming, but not heavy work. I always apply a good grade of wax when I'm done claying.
They make fancy kits, but I just bought this kit off Amazon. The clay bars last for years.
It's time-consuming, but not heavy work. I always apply a good grade of wax when I'm done claying.
They make fancy kits, but I just bought this kit off Amazon. The clay bars last for years.
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Hi Carnival Kid,
I claybar too, and am remiss in not having done our X308 yet - the claybar kit is in the trunk just waiting. Your outstanding results have inspired me to try to get it done soon now that nice weather is here again.
I love deep reds on Jaguars and yours is drop-dead gorgeous!
Cheers,
Don
I claybar too, and am remiss in not having done our X308 yet - the claybar kit is in the trunk just waiting. Your outstanding results have inspired me to try to get it done soon now that nice weather is here again.
I love deep reds on Jaguars and yours is drop-dead gorgeous!
Cheers,
Don
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Hi Carnival Kid, I claybar too, and am remiss in not having done our X308 yet - the claybar kit is in the trunk just waiting. Your outstanding results have inspired me to try to get it done soon now that nice weather is here again. I love deep reds on Jaguars and yours is drop-dead gorgeous! Cheers, Don
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For those who aren't sure about claybaring...
I did a few years back, as I was still driving my Volvo C30, a video of before and after claybaring... The roof and little spoiler have been claybared. The side panel hadn't yet been done. You can hear the difference! Then of course feel it...
I did a few years back, as I was still driving my Volvo C30, a video of before and after claybaring... The roof and little spoiler have been claybared. The side panel hadn't yet been done. You can hear the difference! Then of course feel it...
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You're all making me feel bad for not having done this on my Jag yet too!
I've had a Mothers clay bar kit for a couple of years now, and have done my partners Audi a couple of times, as it lives outside and needs a thorough clean more often, followed obviously by a good coat of Autoglym polish.
I actually did all of the windows of the Jag the other weekend, but haven't got around to doing the paint yet.
I've had a Mothers clay bar kit for a couple of years now, and have done my partners Audi a couple of times, as it lives outside and needs a thorough clean more often, followed obviously by a good coat of Autoglym polish.
I actually did all of the windows of the Jag the other weekend, but haven't got around to doing the paint yet.
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Did a thorough wash/claybar/wax a week or so ago. Works pretty damn well, helps the wax stick a little better and longer. And the glassy smooth feeling even before the waxing is great. Too bad most of the visible damage to my clear coat is below the surface
I also managed to drop one of my clay bars on the ground while doing that. They'll last a long time otherwise but that's straight to the trash for that one...
I also managed to drop one of my clay bars on the ground while doing that. They'll last a long time otherwise but that's straight to the trash for that one...
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Took my Mum to a farm auction a couple of summers ago, and parked under a Sycamore tree. Didn't notice the tree sap droppings from aphids until a few days later. Roof, bonnet and trunk lid covered with amber glass like dots.
I tried washing and it didn't budge, so nipped round to the local motorfactors and asked what they use. Claybar....I bought their Autoglym clay kit which is a bottle of rapid detailer and the bar itself. It's another step in a full detail and lifts stuff like tar and bugs, along with sharp stuff stuck in the paint, it's not required every wash but certainly a couple of times a year if the car is used regularly.
After washing and rinsing, a test to see if the paint needs claying - throw a microfibre cloth along the panels, if it catches, it needs it.
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Yes, I use clay bar on all my cars. Usually 2-3 times a year max. That and keeping you car waxed and in a garage make a world of difference on how the paints looks after many years.
Actually, I started with clay bar when we lived in Kansas City. I had bought my XJR and it was my daily drive. Joined the Hear of America Jaguar Club. Great bunch of people and we organised a Concours d’elegance every year. So getting my car ready for the Concour got me clay-barring and have done so on my other (classic) cars too.
Jeroen
Actually, I started with clay bar when we lived in Kansas City. I had bought my XJR and it was my daily drive. Joined the Hear of America Jaguar Club. Great bunch of people and we organised a Concours d’elegance every year. So getting my car ready for the Concour got me clay-barring and have done so on my other (classic) cars too.
Jeroen