Can this or will this end the clay bar?

Akmcmahon · 04-22-2012, 12:38 PM

I literally just detailed my car yesterday and the claying process was a pain. The hard water here left spots all over my car and a single pass from clay wasn't enough to remove it in some areas. I also find that clay can leave strange streaks in the finish which was a bit disconcerting. Part of the PIA of owning a near black car. Took me 3 coats of Z5 to remove most of the scratches and swirls in the paint. Thanks dealership!

This pad looks like a major time saver IMO. I also really need an orbital polisher. Doing 3 coats by hand is painful and takes forever. I really wanted to add a last layer of Z2 but I'm too sore and tired. Haha.

DetailersDomain · 04-23-2012, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Akmcmahon

I literally just detailed my car yesterday and the claying process was a pain. The hard water here left spots all over my car and a single pass from clay wasn't enough to remove it in some areas. I also find that clay can leave strange streaks in the finish which was a bit disconcerting. Part of the PIA of owning a near black car. Took me 3 coats of Z5 to remove most of the scratches and swirls in the paint. Thanks dealership!

This pad looks like a major time saver IMO. I also really need an orbital polisher. Doing 3 coats by hand is painful and takes forever. I really wanted to add a last layer of Z2 but I'm too sore and tired. Haha.

I would say pick up a Griot's Orbital Polisher and Kit to go with it you will save time, then pick up the AutoScrub

You will find your results will be worth the investment.

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04-22-2012, 12:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
Akmcmahon Base Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 159 Drives: 13 370Z Mag Black M6 Rep Power: 14	I literally just detailed my car yesterday and the claying process was a pain. The hard water here left spots all over my car and a single pass from clay wasn't enough to remove it in some areas. I also find that clay can leave strange streaks in the finish which was a bit disconcerting. Part of the PIA of owning a near black car. Took me 3 coats of Z5 to remove most of the scratches and swirls in the paint. Thanks dealership! This pad looks like a major time saver IMO. I also really need an orbital polisher. Doing 3 coats by hand is painful and takes forever. I really wanted to add a last layer of Z2 but I'm too sore and tired. Haha.