Alternative for clay bars

[Hoytman]

I really feel stupid for asking. Which side of the sponge goes against the paint ? http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/smilies/feedback[1].gif

I'm not trying to be a wiseguy, but why would you need an Autoscrub sponge if you could simply decon with a foam applicator?

That wasn't the answer I was looking for. Frank

And Frank ends with a rebuttal of his own. Nice come back there, Frank. Sounded like you'd figured it out and was giving Dogfather some of his own...not that he was being sarcastic anyway. It all just struck me as funny bantering back and forth...even if it was serious question and answers.

[Dogfather]

And Frank ends with a rebuttal of his own. Nice come back there, Frank. Sounded like you'd figured it out and was giving Dogfather some of his own...not that he was being sarcastic anyway. It all just struck me as funny bantering back and forth...even if it was serious question and answers.

You're right. I believe Frank had figured it out. And yes, no sarcasm intended, just employing a little of the Socratic method.
It worked.

[buicfrank]

There were many ways to go. I was trying to be diplomatic. Frank

[Danube]

Claybars like Meguiars, Mothers,etc. cost a bomb here in India. A 7oz (200 gms) bar comes to about 65$. In addition, customer awareness wrt detailing is very low and customers are very price sensitive. So it becomes impossible to use professional detailing clays. Is there any cheaper alternative to clay bars?

Herewith the answer for you, I've stopped buying clay bars years ago ..

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...xperiment.html

[parshooter]

That Nanoskin looks like something I would use. Will it remove all the products I have on my car, plus the paint contanimants also?

[Souldetailer]

This is my view, for what the hell it's worth. I've had very good success. A lot of people try to work the Nanoskin, or the many products like it, into the routine of washing. Granted more than most do this as a secondary phase after they believe the contaminants are "cleared". I was one of those people, until I realized you have (need) to treat this as an individual step, not a convenience. Wash you vehicle, and I mean good. Use the clay substitute as and individual process with plenty of lube. ( I use Dodo born slippery ) did I mention plenty of lube. This along with correct pressure (light) will take you where you need to be before you continue your preferred steps. Good luck.

Peace,

Darrin

[TripleBlackGT]

I own a black '14 Mustang GT 'vert and am a fanatic about keeping it clean and detailed at all times. It's garage kept and never driven in snow or rain, but after the baggie test I realized I have slight contamination. That will not stand.

It's never been clayed, but I just ordered the Nanoskin Mitt and the Glide Lube today after some research.

Are there any other household products, or perhaps other detailing products like Meguiars Detail Spray that can be used as lube? I got tons of that stuff laying around.

Thanks in advance.

[davey g-force]

Yes, Meguiars Quik Detailer is fine as a lube.

You can even use the car wash shampoo from your wash as a lube also.

[silverfox]

I actually prefer shampoos over detail sprays for clay lube. Never lets me down.

[7.3powerstroke]

I actually prefer shampoos over detail sprays for clay lube. Never lets me down.

I agree. Just started using soap solution to clay. Was surprised how well it worked