hey guys, I just picked up my Z. Platinum graphite. I took delivery with out having the car washed. So i washed it up myself but i can still tell
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03-12-2010, 10:18 PM | #1 (permalink) |
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DO i clay?? suggestions or opinions plz
hey guys,
I just picked up my Z. Platinum graphite. I took delivery with out having the car washed. So i washed it up myself but i can still tell there is a bit of caked on residue on the finish and i managed to swirl up the spoiler a bit too. I would like to polish them out and polish the rest of the car too, but. if there is this rail dust/residue on the car is it important that i clay the car as well as washing it before waxing it? pls give me your input. THanks, |
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No need to clay a brand new car. I good wash and wax should be good enough for a while!
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I always clay my new car before I wax it. I wont hurt the paint and it takes tiny particles away. If you feel something with your hand it will cause swirls when you wash and wax.
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i also told the dealer not to wax either cause i like to do that on my own using the right products and technique. |
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03-12-2010, 11:26 PM | #9 (permalink) |
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thanks for the input guys.
I have made up my mind to clay bar the car. obviously there was enough junk on it to cause swirl marks on the spoiler. Also, i feel much safer applying the wax by hand as apposed to with a buffer. I think just because i feel more in control. Is there any difference to the end result if i do this? Also, after clay baring the car do i need to polish and wax? or just wax. lol what the heck is the difference between the two anyways? |
03-13-2010, 01:34 AM | #12 (permalink) |
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I disagree. NEW DELIVERED CARS SHOULD BE CLAYED! due to transporting rail dust and contaminations. I always do detail jobs for BRAND new cars. It's call new car prep. You clay it wash it good and seal it with a good sealant and wax. The factory stuff isn't any good.
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