Alternative to clay bar that wont leave paint marring.

[Temple90]

As the title states I am looking for a product that will replace clay barring and also not marr the paint.
I have seen various pads and gloves, but am worried about giving them a try because of the soft paint on my 07 Sti (Satin White Pearl).
The paint is white so the marring will be hard to see, but I rather avoid it altogether if possible.

Looking for opinions on products that have worked for you.

[EngineerNate]

From what I've read, standard clay, assuming it hasn't been dropped, is less likely to mar than the mitts/towels/pads that do the same job. Their primary advantage is speed and agressiveness.

For some contaminants, such as iron, you can use a chemical means of extraction such as Iron X/Sonax Fallout Cleaner/Optimum Ferrex. Some products such as Ferrex, Sonax Fallout Cleaner, and CarPro TriX are advertised as being able to remove multiple types of contaminants. YMMV.

[Rsurfer]

If you use a clay alternative (Nano Skin) with a lot of lube and sort of flush the surface the chances of trapping debris between the pad/towel and paint is greatly minimized.

[Kamakaz1961]

I would look into the Nano Skin wash Mitt. IMO, this would be the best way to go. I use the wash Mitt when I detail any vehicle and it is a great product. I have not experienced any marring issues. My guess is you are using car soap and water and your ride is already wet. I would consider looking into that product. BTW, when you use the Mitt, you will reduce your clay time by 1/2. No worrying about dropping the mitt as opposed to clay. If you drop the mitt rinse, inspect and go back to claying. I use the Blue wash Mitt.

[DogRescuer]

Hi it also depends on what grade the mit is and pressure used. I've had even fine clay leave slight marring. BTW what is a STI, subaru , VW what?

[Temple90]

Hi it also depends on what grade the mit is and pressure used. I've had even fine clay leave slight marring. BTW what is a STI, subaru , VW what?

Should have specified, it is a Subaru. I guess if I apply lube generously my chances of marring go down significantly.

[DogRescuer]

Oh absolutely.

[RaskyR1]

I haven't had any issues using the Nanoskin as long as I've used the Glide for lube. I've tried it with ONR and got marring so I just stick with the Glide.

[Mike@ShineStruck]

Another alternative is a light acid wash. Makes a great replacement for fallout remover too

[DogRescuer]

What about soapy water?

I haven't had any issues using the Nanoskin as long as I've used the Glide for lube. I've tried it with ONR and got marring so I just stick with the Glide.