Do you have to wax after using the clay bar? Or can you wax and go?
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You should wax after using the clay bar to protect the paint. Clay bar wI'll help remove contaminates in the paint but doesn't protect the paint.
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i do not have any problems with the clay sticking to mine...at some point there will be a bit of clay that gets stuck behind the roller...but is pretty easy to get out with some q tips and alcohol
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I did not use claying and compound. It was used as a base layer before the waxing.
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Unfortunately, You can't clean the clay bar, it is meant to be used until it is dirty and then you must buy a new one. Drop it on the ground? New one. Used it a duple times on a really filthy car? New one. It's a great tool but you must get new clay bars when the current one is no longer effective.
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One time, break it in half if you have a medium size truck or small car and save one half and the bar will do two cars. Make sure you get some lube to glide it on the surface you don't have to buy anything expensive just some cheap quick Detailer by meguiars/mothers
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I use the Fantasea Non-Woven Facial & Body Wax Strips with this. You do not let it dry, you just hear the wax, apply wax, then strips, then remove immediately, don't wait for it to harden.
796253
If you wax in a shaded area, as is recommended, it won't be an issue. I usually do my car in quarters but waiting until the entire car is done should be okay.
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I'd seal then wax. Clay the car first, then may be polish, then seal then wax (if you're really sad like me that is :D )
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New or old, you'll be fine. This liquid wax is very forgiving... even if you get it on black trim. All you have to do is buff it out with a clean towel. It went on/ off easy and the results are great. It will help if you have a good base.... meaning you've cleaned off all other contaminants. I clayed and polished first and then used the liquid wax.
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You will need Meguiars Quik Detailer. I suggest you wash the car first, then use the detailer as a lubricant for the clay. After the car is clayed, I use Meguir's Ultimate compound to bring out the color. Then a good wax job. It is work but I think you will be happy with the results. If you have any other questions, let me know.
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Always. I normally use one of the spray on detailers. What's intereresting is that with some practice you'll feel stuff disappear rom the surface. Also, don't forget to keep folding the clay to expose a new clay surface as you go along.
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No, you don't. You do need to apply it thicker than you would with soft wax and muslin strips. What also helps is to apply a thin layer of GiGi Pre-Epilating Oil, azulene oil, or some kind of waxing oil before waxing, to heat the wax to the right temperature (melt wax in the pot warmer on high until the center remains unmelted, then turn it down to low and use the melted wax), and to pull the wax off at the right time (don't let it sit too long and get too hard and brittle).
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This particular product is part of a 3 step system. The clay removes unwanted debri and is a good first step prior to any waxing. If you only want two steps (clay and wax), buy the mothers brazilian cleaner wax. Otherwise buy all 3 steps to use after the clay. This will make the car look as good as physically possible. The stuff really works! My car is like a mirror.
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It all depends on what your paint looks like and what you're trying to do. I would clay/wash/wax with a good wax and you'll be set
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You dont have to strip the floor first, however if you have a lot of wax build-up the new wax "may" not adhere as well as it could. I have used it over multiple layers with no problem yet.
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Absolutely clay first. I did mine twice before to ensure all contaminants were removed. Then a polishing compound if you wish. This will remove any swirls or tiny scratches then, and this was what I did, I applied 4 coates of the Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish. But make sure to use a very soft clean DRY cloth to wipe off and buff the high gloss finish you will get from this product. I did this once a month in the summer and twice a week in the winter and you will see the most awesome shine ever. I think you will be like me and see this was and will be the best finish ever and it will get double takes when people see your ride. Hope this helps and don't hesitate to ask anything. Have a great day. Absolutely clay first. I did mine twice before to ensure all contaminants were removed. Then a polishing compound if you wish. This will remove any swirls or tiny scratches then, and this was what I did, I applied 4 coates of the Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish. But make sure to use a very soft clean DRY cloth to wipe off and buff the high gloss finish you will get from this product. I did this once a month in the summer and twice a week in the winter and you will see the most awesome shine ever. I think you will be like me and see this was and will be the best finish ever and it will get... » Read More Absolutely clay first. I did mine twice before to ensure all contaminants were removed. Then a polishing compound if you wish. This will remove any swirls or tiny scratches then, and this was what I did, I applied 4 coates of the Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish. But make sure to use a very soft clean DRY cloth to wipe off and buff the high gloss finish you will get from this product. I did this once a month in the summer and twice a week in the winter and you will see the most awesome shine ever. I think you will be like me and see this was and will be the best finish ever and it will get double takes when people see your ride. Hope this helps and don't hesitate to ask anything. Have a great day. « Show Less
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If it is your first time waxing, I recommend you have it done professionally. If you don't know how to pull the wax correctly or if you don't know how hot you should have it, it can be a very uncomfortable experience. I have waxed for a long time and so I am adventurous in trying different products but my first time, my sister who knew how to use hot wax was there to help guide me and then I had it done professionally for a while before I ventured to do it on my own. But I love waxing - and I don't do anything else anymore...hope you find this useful.