Weekend warriors are most of this world. You could impart your message without mocking that. Professional detailers are rare.

@eddiegarcia9689

5 жыл бұрын

Do professional detailers go through a program and get certified?

@scenario1236

4 жыл бұрын

Agree on prof detailers being rare. I own an auto repair shop and we have tried/tested several different detail businesses so we could recommend them to our customers, not one has done a decent job, we ended up having to go over the cars ourselves afterwards.

@realmikeq

4 жыл бұрын

I agree, not to mention there are some weekend warriors out there that are doing a amazing job. Some better than the “professionals”.

@MrWkendwarrior

3 жыл бұрын

al mohr agreed!....I had a dark blue Acura TSX i wanted to sell, figure a pro detailing would be cost effective and give me a bit more profit. Tried local detailers (keep in mind i am a weekend warrior novice detailer at best, and this car was neglected and needed a lotttttttt of work just to be presentable, my daughters car...)...was not impressed with how they described their process or products they used. Went to a few body shops, most recommended full hood and fender repaint/blending for $$$$. Finally had one body shop owner, said for less $$$, his detailing guy could do entire car, inside and out....showed me some of his work on other cars. Bottom line car needed a hood repaint, and hours of detailing to get it right. Daughter had $200-325 to spend....he detailed it, did a decent job, increased value of the car by $1,000, was win win. In retrospect, i learned a lot more about detailing, better products, proper technique. I doubt he clay barred the TSX, prob D/A polish or wax and maybe buffed. So yeah, many body shops outsource the detailing, others have an internal hired detail guy...but he multitasks with doing painting, bodywork, etc....IMO search out, ask around WHO the....best...local pro detailers are, like this guy says.....ask them questions.....and do a walk thru of their shops to see what products they use....if they r using consumer grade products walk away, find someone else....or....upgrade your own skill set, buy better products to save time/extra steps, but consumer grade clay bar is fine too...Point being....ya gotta DO ....clay bar step when surface needs it!

@phillip9392

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrWkendwarrior I disagree with your assessment of consumer grade products. I’ve prepped cars for ceramic coatings with consumer grade products excluding the coating itself and it does an awesome job. Majority of detailing products do the same thing no matter price or grade they are.

According to Amazon and 3M, the 3M Perfect It has had its formula changed and is now made in Brazil. From the more recent reviews, the quality of Perfect It has gone to Hell.

@patwalker9890

4 жыл бұрын

I just was at my local Auto body supplier that sells custom paint and equipment to local collision shops. I can confirm that 3M Perfect-it is now made in Brazil. The color has changed from blue to purple. This detailing business is going to hell by chasing the almighty dollar.

@user-un5my5bw4j

Жыл бұрын

I must concur with you. Few months back i picked up a two 3M bars and they were dog sh*t. I also feel 3M's rubbing compounds and perfect it are the most over rated compounds on the market now days. I use their sand paper but i stay clear of their detailing products

@vetteconnoisseur9531

3 ай бұрын

3m Perfect IT Prof Clay #38070 is made in Brasil and purple...however Perfect IT - III (also #38070) is still the blue clay made in Japan

The consumer ones are actually okay for beginners. The Meguiars consumer clay bar was my first, and it was the one that gave me an instant "wow" as soon as I clayed the car. Granted, my car was never excessively contaminated, still, the results were very satisfying. Yes, they do tend to require some additional passes, but it also mars less, and for the average consumer, that's a good trade-off. Imagine getting the professional line, and getting your paint marred (or scratched due to improper use)...

Why in the world would you do a glove test before claying. Then not do a glove tests after one pass of each bar so we can hear what you're feeling?..

You can tell this is unbiased review by the way he says "consumer retail garbage" in the first 10 seconds.

@07wrxtr1

5 жыл бұрын

I bought the meguiars blue clay based upon watching this video. After having little success using the CG yellow "OG" bar, the MG blue clay worked wonders and they give you 3x more product. Takes less effort to move across the paint, and doens't leave high spots all over.

The guy spends like 12 minutes questioning why Mothers and McGuiar's spend so much to marketing what he refers to as crap. I wonder why in the hell he would spend 12 minutes trashing them? Who's paying him? I've used both "professional" and "consumer" rated products and both work. The professional may be a bit more aggressive and works faster. When I'm done buffing out a nice coat of wax I can't tell the difference.

@autofanaticcars

5 жыл бұрын

why would you want to spend double time using cheaper products, the point of this video was to show and explain the difference. Spend a bit more on Pro grade products and do the job in half the time and then move on to better things. i hate having to go over panels more than once to clay, dry or even wash. everything i show on my channel is for maximum efficiency with outstanding results, check a few other videos out youll see.

@161Manu

5 жыл бұрын

@@autofanaticcars My opinion on this, I think the Clay Bars you recommended are way too overpriced for what they are.. sorry but I think there's a company called Magic Clay?? Works just as great, and the mothers shown here works for most.. the marring you mentioned happens even with the professional types. Btw, that 3m Clay you've got, I swear I've purchased it for much much cheaper than the amount you mentioned. all I'm saying is what's the point of spending extra when you could get the same results for much less.

@07wrxtr1

5 жыл бұрын

Wrong. I tried 3 versions of the cheap yellow crap. You end up with scratches, clay residue, and garbage results vs. time spent. Buy the megs prof and you’ll never go back.

@abelbaeza2873

4 жыл бұрын

@@autofanaticcars where can I find the real 3M perfect it? On Amzon supposedly it's a fake from Brazil, and the ratings on the product on other sites rate it at about 3 stars

@Cal71922

3 жыл бұрын

Spike I’m going to have to disagree with you on this one. I’ve Clay bared millions of cars with the high quality one and it’s always worked for me with no problems. I tried the Walmart ones & they’re horrible, it’s basically a toy. Not strong enough for the messed up exteriors i needed to clean. I was only happy with the microfiber towel I got. All you need is soap, water & a good high quality clay bar to get the exterior smooth clean. The chemical guys brand is just household products with their brand on it. You don’t need anything from the chemical guys. The goal is to remove contaminants foreign stuff from the exterior/interior. Removing dirt is a job for soap, degreaser, simple green, carpet cleaner. Stuff like that these detailing brands are a joke.

Awesome videos, keep them coming.

Thanks for this video. I just discovered claying and had assumed they were pretty much all the same. Good to know I can get better quality for just about the same cost.

Very informative video. I have never used a clay bar in my life, but just bought the Mother's Clay Kit today. My ultimate plan is to get the experience from my own vehicles to make a few extra dollars this spring/ summer in this Louisiana heat. I've subscribed to your channel, and appreciate the wealth of knowledge that comes from decades of trial, and error that you have. It's very senseless to spend more time than needed to complete a job for a client, when you could be working on the next vehicle. Thank you, and I look forward to watching the other videos you have made.

Great demo - almost bought the cheap stuff from auto-zone - glad I checked here

Thank you for this video I am going to clay my car one day but with the way I work on my job I do not have time nor will I feel like spending a lot of time claying so u have opened up my understanding

I love how you cut the B.S. man. Couldn't agree with you more. Keep it up!

Excellent review 😎👍🏻 thank you

I will say that this is the best head to head informative that I have seen, wished I’d have seen it earlier before I got the cheap crap, still sitting at home in the box

Great comparison! I would have to say the Bilt Hamber clay is by far the best IMO though. You should pick some up

Love the conparison u do on the clays and waxes, changes my view on what i use. Come spring ill be changing some things. Thanks

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

go for it let me know how you like it.

Ever used ClayMagic brand bar? I bought two of them, the package says made in Japan. Same company that sells AutoMagic Waxes.

I learn so much from your vids friend!.....Excellent!!

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

Rex Spencer thanks for watching and support👍

I used the clayzilla, similar to nanoskin pads, blocks or mitts, it worked in one pass as compared as meg commercial retail claybar still leaving rough areas, with the clay pad block I applied no pressure, no fast moves, and I was satisfied. I would love to see you reviewing some of those products to see if you like them. The pads will work better if you use them on glass before you use them on paint, and always in the shade to prevent scratches and other issues most people have complained about.

The Meguiar's consumer is actually pretty good, but so very fine. I had it not even touch light brake dust during a test a couple years ago. I love the C2000 megs clay. It just feels like quality in the hand, and performs as expected. My old megs professional clay from the 90's was grey. I like the new blue stuff much more.

"Consumer garbage" Then immediately says "don't knock it" hahaha. Good video

Just placed my order for the 3M and I'm excited to use it on my 2013 Harley Davidson Heritage! Thanks for the excellent, (No BS) video! KENNY

I've been looking at the Meguiars professional. On Amazon, it's like 20 bucks. My question is, there seems to be two levels, mild and aggressive. Is this the stuff you are referring to in this video? If so, which level do you recommend? I've been using a clay pad (those reusable ones) and it seems to work alright. The first time I flayed was with one of the kits - the Mothers one in this video.

Thank goodness I played your video. I have been wanting to buff out my paint job. I watch many videos and none of them do not tell you really what the professional grade product is. I have never done this before and would have been pissed if I had to do extra rebuffing due to scratching. I want to do it one time and do it right. Thanks for the video.

honestly..best video I have seen in years! Being in college the budget is real! This gave me way more insight than any other detailing KZreadr!!

@autofanaticcars

4 жыл бұрын

Enjoy i show lots of great content with products that perform and offer exceptional value on the channel. AF

@blackwaterop7889

4 жыл бұрын

@@autofanaticcars thank you! I will be looking into buying your products soon!

What a load of crap. Crayola brand modeling clay is all you need.

I just bought the mother’s value pack and you’ve convinced me to not even try it and get the McGuire’s professional clay. Thanks for the awesome video

@t_rain2578

Жыл бұрын

bit then there's like 5 other videos who do a test and say the opposite. mothers is better. just try em and form an opinion. this dudes a bit snobby for me

Did a 2015 f250 with a cap over the bed. A lot of paint to clay. Used mothers clay and dawn with water as my clay lube. It did a fantastic job, but the clay was falling apart at the end. It cleaned the truck more as we were claying, but i suspect that this was the reason these "cheap" clay bars fell apart. Also this process produced no marring because we were carefull.

Been having my 2017 Mustang for about a year and a half and I’ve never clayed it. Definitely gonna try this 3M stuff out. Great vid.

@KhoiBoa

5 жыл бұрын

nah get the Meguires Professional. cheaper

I love mothers products and their clay bars!

So much for the made in Japan 3M stuff you loved so much since they moved production to Brazil and judging by all the negative comments on Amazon, they must have changed the formulation.

Glad I came across this video. I have used the Chemical guy clay bar and was pretty happy with the results. However I am eager to try the Mequiars professional clay with the chemical guys V7. I am hoping I will see and feel a difference!!!

This is the best video ever produced on clay bars. I have started using Meguiars professional and other Japanese clays with way better and quicker results. Thank you so much for sharing the truth on paint clay bars.

@autofanaticcars

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching and glad you got something out if this video.

@auto fanatic - how would you compare the 3M clay to the Meguiars Professional Aggressive clay (red bar)?

Not exactly a showdown when you already know the conclusions. I appreciated the video; but face it, this was an infomercial.

Could I get your recommendation on a polish and wax to use with my DA polisher? I have a newer truck, 2018 tundra. Paint is in pretty nice shape, going to clay prior to polishing as well. Looking to take the finish to another level and eliminate general swirl marks and build some depth in the paint. Would you apply a sealant too? Thank you very much.

Just used the Meg's pro version on my white jeep hood and wow it went really fast. The hood had loads of dark specks and felt gritty, and now they are gone and its smooth. Thanks for the great video. I learned alot. I'm doing a full detail on this thing, because it was probably never done before (I am second owner), and I didn't look forward to spending hours on each and every step. So glad this one is going by fast!

@autofanaticcars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing and glad this video helped you out with the process there are tons of detailing videos on the channel so subscribe and check them out. AF

@hyperboly

2 жыл бұрын

@@autofanaticcars thanks I will! just perused your website and like the foam gun alot. are you going to offer a wash mop like you talked about (regarding your mods to griot's old style mop)? I would love to get one! even though I can't find where you talk about the actual mods. But anyway that would get my attention. Because I was all set to get the indredipole until I saw your comparison video this morning. I understand they updated the griot's though and its not as good, correct? anyway! I need a solution to that!!

@autofanaticcars

2 жыл бұрын

Hi the mops we are no longer making due to the supply shortages we hope to have a new solution soon because ours was the best one due to all the custom fabrication we did to them

@hyperboly

2 жыл бұрын

​@@autofanaticcars Thanks for letting me know! I hope you bring them back and feature them here on youtube when you do. I have another quick question. You talked about Collinate 915 and how good the Collinate brand is. What are your thoughts for a car that stays outdoors in south Florida? 467S? I like the look of wax better than the ceramic stuff. Also, any special advice for white paint to make it pop? Thanks again, you have a great channel!!

You will always be the one I credit for the insight or unveiling of the clay bar revelation. Though it was known, nobody was really talking about it. And I first heard this truth from you, over a year ago. And I also want to thank you for the Griot's towel. I bought one for myself and for my Dad, and eventually gave him mine, too. I now use the Masterson's Blue Plush towel, not necessarily because it's better, but I like it and it suits me, nevertheless the Griot's did or does as well. There's reasons why I don't use it, which is not necessarily needed in this comment. Thanks again, and have great day (time) 😀❤👍

@joshuaguillory1070

4 жыл бұрын

And of course I credit God and or the Universe and myself, for taking the time to (re)search or inquire

No agenda. Tells it like it is. No bullshit. Top marks. Gotta do mine now👍

Sir, I am new to car detailing, I was told that using the aggressive clay bar from Meguiar’s is what I need since I have never used clay before. What’s your thoughts/recommendations?

Thanks for the video!

They ripped you off bro! You overpaid for your stuff and that probably makes you feel that it works better. The same thing is on Amazon significantly cheaper. Amazingly, you even provided the links to those products. Thanks for the review anyway.

@4drturbo85

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah the link for the 3m perfect It. Is the fake stuff made in brazil! LOL

@frking100

4 жыл бұрын

The guy cant even run a test properly he clearly used way more clay for the ones he liked and complained how the clay tore apart. At best the clay saves you an hour making the priceline pretty steep for my time and money.

Just checked out the 3M clay, it's on sale for $25.50 free shipping on Amazon

INTERESTING I never had a problem with clay not working and i just keep mixing up together when the get that small. Its the finest version of wet sanding.

“My neighbors” 😂 you funny

So what do you recommend using the claybar with? What type of lubricant? Ive heard of people using normal dish soap and water and spraying that on, also ive heard people just use car soap. Whats your opinion on these methods? Dope to hear your feedback!

The first time I ever used mother’s clay bar kit on my tundra it took about an hour. Felt perfectly glass smooth afterwards no problems at all it did as advertised. Soooo why do I need to spend more money on the pro ones

@lockergr

3 жыл бұрын

You don't, but people who've never done anything to their 13 year old car likely do.

I actually found tht professional Meguiars Clay at My local Napa lol. Found it pretty cheap. I might check it out, thxs for ur info.

Great video! I really appreciate the time and effort. Everyone need to know and understand those products. Thank you again.

Thanks for your honest opinion, it goes along way as i want to clay my car thar feels like 80 grit sand paper. I think 3M make solid products, from masking tape, polish,etc. I got Bowdens clay bar today, damn. I should have watched this first! Anyways, thanks. Love from Australia.

@matthewwebb2498

6 жыл бұрын

Norman Mendonca hi was wondering where do you get the 3m products in Australia

I thought the 3M stuff was going to be way more than it was, it can definitely take part in my budget.

@hey.you.in.the.bushes

5 жыл бұрын

Lol got to love the screen name

is the good stuff usable to clean off paint drips on a painters truck?

Hey, i got one of those “crappy clay bar kits” for Christmas and I finally got to use it on my F150 the other day and like you said about people using it for the first time that they think it’s amazing and I am very much so in that boat. The truck was used in a construction company and I got it with 175,000 km on it and I’m now on 250,000 never been clayed before. What I’m wondering is with those cheaper bars is it normal to go through 1 full bar just on the cab? The entire side of the bar was brown after each 1’x1’ section and I also kept folding it over to get new clay. My writing skills aren’t the best so it might seem all over the place. I also had what looked like rust spots all over my truck and for years thought it was rust coming through and it looked like hell but after the clay it went away just like that... do you know what that is?

Just went to the local pro paint shop and picked up some 3M Perfect-it. Looking forward to trying it. Interestingly, the stuff I got is dark purple and made in Brazil.

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

yes they recently changed the formula, i still have 8 jars of the blue stuff from Japan, let us know how the purple one works out. I never had any 3M product not meet up to its high price

I have significant black overspray on my hood. After trying Meguire’s Clay Kit that took lots of rubbing and hardly any results, I tried Black Fire Poly Clay - Aggressive, it was a little better, lots of overspray still remained. Do you think the 3M Perfect-It will remove it easily? Or would you recommend another product? Thank you!

Clearly see that the user is NOT reviewing and comparing products so we can make the best decision. He is absolutely slanted toward the professional products, probably getting kickback from vendors to pitch their products

I'm sure most people don't buy the auto store kits because that's all they can offord. It's what's on the shelf most people don't go to supplyer houses. Your comparison is of different grades clay compound can be aggressive and to mild so results will very.

Last 15 min of the video were very good. The first 15 were a rehash of what was said and shown in the last 15. The demo that showed what the clay was doing very impressive.

The Mothers clay lube has a great cinnamon scent....really nice even though it probably doesn’t matter.

How does the Chemical Guys VO7 compare with Chemical Guys Clay Luber? I've tried the Clay Luber, and find it dries quickly, and leaves a cloudy residue, that has to be thoroughly washed off after claying.

Malco makes great product. I used to sell for them. They used the gray clay bar along with Mist It for detailer/clay lube and you'd really lift alot more crap out your paint. All of these products work regardless as its all in the effort and preparation.

According to the some of the reviews on Amazon, 3M Perfect-It is supposedly made in Brazil now, not in Japan, and say it’s garbage. The reviews for the Maguire’s Professional are outstanding (4.7 out of 5), and it’s still made in Japan.

Do you recommend clay-baring with a spray wax with a sealant or does it not matter much?

So the only negative is that the cheap clay needs more lubrication? Can't spraying a few extra mists of detailer spray fix that and save me a couple bux? Or is the extra lube spray what is killing my time and potential energy?

I need you advice. My car is not very contaminated. I am getting Meguairs professional clay aggressive AD mild is not available on Amazon. May I order aggressive clay bar?

When he said this isn’t mine it’s my neighbors I almost walked down to my garage and threw away my white Meguiar’s clay bars. I’m definitely going to order the 3m. Thanks!

@autofanaticcars

2 жыл бұрын

the 3M is no longer the same as in this video they switched making it in Japan and its not as good. Go order the Meguairs Professional Clay they offer Mild (blue) and Aggressive (Red) this is all we use now and they are made in Japan.

I didn’t know I would take 4 hours claying a car that’s been parked at a harbor everyday... I will order that pro stuff now

You can try ＂Joybond＂brand from Japan.That’s the same quality as 3M clay.

Have you tried the imported Japanese clay bar that detail juice sells (Gary dean) great videos by the way!

Man I’m just researching clay bars for my 2010 white crv and didn’t really know the difference or which one to get. I think much car is single stage but the paint was not taken care of and it is a Florida car. Can you use any detail spray? Or while am washing the car ?

I've used all the above and can say the Meguiars retail Clay is good Clay.

Did I hear correctly that with a good, professional clay the heavy and medium paint correction can be, basically, skipped? That IS some impressive clay!

@panchduran

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 all in one miracle clay!

I must admit, based on your video, I am now changing my clay to the 3M Perfect it or Meguiars. I do totally agree with your comments, as I have used the consumer grade products and I could not figure out why the heck the stuff wasn't doing the job as good as I thought it should be. I thought I was doing something wrong, maybe I was, but I used it exactly as directed. I'll definitely be giving the professional grade stuff a try on my next claying of my vehicles.

In your opinion , the V07 & the 3m clay bar ...will that remove overspray on alloy rims , some idiot got overspray on my AMG rims and my Benz , paint is white , been having a hard time removing the overspray from the car , been using a clay bar from a detailed but I need the V07 or some kind of lubricant. Your help would be appreciated , thanks

You just convinced me to get the 2 you mentioned, i was gonna buy the cheap l chemical guys one

great video! ordering the meguiars pro today. do you use the V07 as lube for the clay ? is that correct ? thanks!

@autofanaticcars

5 жыл бұрын

not anymore pick up my 007 on my web site and check my clay video from last week, far superior and gives protection in one simple step

Complains about marketing yet falls for marketing, this is better because it says "professional" The 3M is available for $23.19 with free 2 day shipping from Amazon.

Will you be doing another updated video since 3m is now made in Brazil? Is it still the same?

@autofanaticcars

5 жыл бұрын

no plans on it

yup, the ones that are made from japan are hands down the best I've used. they are night and day vs the other clay bars

A brand i have found that works pretty exceptional is the Magnashine clay bars. Made in Japan and have seemed to be the best

awesome video on the different clay bars! I have been using the crap from Griots for years, had no idea the clay was that different from 3m. when you get time could you demo on how you clay the entire car and exactly how much clay to use. Also, when the clay is ready for the trash (full of particles).

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching, what i usually do is i use a small piece for every panel on my cars, especially black cars. You can knead it over and over but i just like to be OCD and use a new piece per panel so i never risk reintroducing scratches. Trash the griots clay and grab the 3M you will thank me.

Can you give me your opinion on those replaceable pads. like the Clayzilla?

I must be blind. I don’t see anything on the clay bars. I’ll try 3M. Brand anyway.

Hi, is there more than one 3m perfect it III Part number 38070 ? Or as Long as is 38070 is all the same ? Thanks in advanced

Ty sir, Wow

It's NEVER taken me "hours" to clay a car.. even though I've been using the "cheap crap." Maybe an hour to an hour and a half tops. Maybe the stuff from Japan is better but if it takes you 5 hours to clay a car, it's been sitting uncovered in a forest for a decade or you have no arms and are claying the car with your feet

What chemical do you recommend for removing tree sap? I don’t want to chance marring the paint with clay.

Have you tried Garry Dean's clay? Extra fine and still made in Japan. It has become my favorite. Thanks for bringing back the memories of using kerosene. That's all we had to work with back in the day.

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

finally someone remembers those old days, never used Garry Deans i strictly use 3M stuff because my distributor is 2 miles away from my shop so its best for us in that regard plus you cant beat 3M products and support for the autobody market.

@gotrixiego1446

6 жыл бұрын

My Dad would use leaded gasoline (yeah, I'm that old) but wouldn't let me touch it. Yes about 3M. I had forgotten you need immediate access to products.

@NickM1013

6 жыл бұрын

Go Trixie Go Absolutely love Garry’s products, use just about all of them. However, Garry Dean’s clay bars are identical to the Sonus Brand on AutoGeek or CarPro’s website, but half the price.

@zenonmoreno9652

6 жыл бұрын

Happy that I just found and bought 3M for $35!

Does the meguiars professional aggressive red clay has the same efficiency and result as 3M clay?

Thank you for making it totally clear to me which product to buy. And by the way, the price now is only $24.65 now from $53.99 A savings $29.34 of Thank's a lot!

@scottkaluza4156

4 жыл бұрын

By the way, it will be here tomorrow. To bad, I did not read the reviews. It seems like it's all garbage. The people said it is coming from Brazil. So the Amazon link is just some counterfeit product. And I thought I was getting a deal. I was fooled once again. I wish I could have gotten the real stuff. Maybe I should have gone with your second choice. The Maguires Profesional? Maybe it is not possible to get what you got. Made in ASIA is all I could find. I wish I would have tried Sherwin Williams. Not Amazon!

Funny I have used 3M stuff for years...but lately didn't really have a car worth clawing. Never had a yellow clay bar. Looking to grab a GT350 after I got the wife a used 911 with a 7 speed manual. Would like to see a review and thoughts on these new ceramic coatings that are out there, is it worth it, and what brands do you recommend. Also would comment that I've felt that getting contamination of windows even more important than paint, since a lot of crap on the windshield can cause visibility problems. Also looks like you had a paste wax review up but then it got pulled down.

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching, grab a Gt350 you will love it. I never had a ceramic coating done i dont think it is worth the money and i maintain my cars well. Glass claying is also very important I do that several times a year on daily driven cars. New video is up, somehow youtube is delay the processing so had to reload

Dude...killer vid...no one goes here...awsome....totally get it.

I’ve used many brands of clay, believe it or not. I prefer the 3m knockoffs from eBay, 10 bars of 180-200gram bars for $18.99 with free shipping. I’ve heard claying was being done in the 1930’s in this country. So as far a Japan inventing it? I’m not sure I’m not a car clay historian, it’s just what I have heard in the past.

Great review!! I wanted to ask for your opinion on water spot removal products. Which one would you recommend?

@shaukatshaikh3472

4 жыл бұрын

Choose auto fanatic Secret Weapon from his own website. Excellent product for water spots removal

Apparently 3m now makes this product in Brazil and it is not the same quality any more .

which marrs the paint the least? 3m or meg pro? every clay towl, mitt, block marrs the paint to where it needs a polish to remove the marring....

hi, is it ok to apply meguiars professional clay on ceramic coated car? thanks

Hello GREAT VIDEO! saved to watch again. Question, this is a newbie one but so I get this correct.. You wash the car, then clay bar and that's it ? Or do I have to put on some spray wax or anything after it ?? Thanks !

@MrKen-wy5dk

5 жыл бұрын

I wish there was an answer to your question.

@spoonman73

5 жыл бұрын

Wash, clay, polish, sealant, wax, done. Or just wash, clay, wax. All these steps are optional. Claying is just a form of deep cleaning (decontamination)

@XxLaMaravish13xX

5 жыл бұрын

@@spoonman73 I'm very upset I'm just seeing this hahah I was never notified but thank you !!! I'm a little confused ... what will I use as a sealant ? And I seal before waxing ? In my head I'd think I'd have to wax and then seal everything in .. I'm wrong ?

@XxLaMaravish13xX

5 жыл бұрын

@@MrKen-wy5dk check the answer ^^^

@jimshort9266

5 жыл бұрын

XxLaMaravish13xX ... after you wash it, if it doesn’t feel smooth it most likely is contaminated with tree sap or other junk. It’s recommended to use clay to remove this. If it feels smooth I don’t think I would clay the car as the process can put small scratches in the paint. That is why people often polish the car after claying it. Polishing compounds level the surface to eliminate scratches. This effectively thins the paint (usually this is a clear coat of paint), so polish if necessary but only if necessary. If you polish make sure the surface is cleaned of all remnants of polishing compound. Once the car is clean, you can apply your sealant - or - sealant/then wax combo - or - just wax. It’s generally believed that sealants last longer than waxes. Some feel waxes give a deeper and glossier shine. Just check out some reviews and give it a go. I’m pretty sure all sealants and waxes offer UV protection and help water bead up or sheet off. You can’t really go wrong. It’s just that some last longer

I started using 3M Products last year and I am very happy with the results.

@autofanaticcars

6 жыл бұрын

3M is the best industrial company to buy from everything they work works from glue, clay, polish etc. they cost the most for a reason i always say.

Meguiars makes a mild and aggressive version. Have you used the aggressive version?

@Mr.Titanium1911

6 жыл бұрын

Joshua Fong just checked the Mothers site and no mention of an “aggressive version”

@garrettkifer1753

6 жыл бұрын

Michele Palmieri Why are you looking for Meguiars products on the Mothers website?

@TheMstwntdLMSV123

6 жыл бұрын

I’m wondering this also. If you are following it up with a polish anyway would it be easier and quicker to use the aggressive?

@gbresaleking

6 жыл бұрын

Garrett Kifer turns out there is no mothers products on the meguiars either .. who woulda thunk it

@danlc95

5 жыл бұрын

I have. It's very aggressive, and usually marrs the paint requiring a polishing step afterwards.