kniff_666 Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 Hello all, I have seen numerous videos and things explaining how to detail your car with clay bar. My question is this: Which type of clay bar is safe to use on my basic flat paint (202 toyota black). e.g. there is no clear coat/laquer on the paint. I assume that it is all safe to use on it but i don't want to screw up my paint. Do i need the fine or medium clay bar? cheers in advance, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter richards Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 fine will do , get the megs kit from halfrauds and use plenty of lube Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 fine will do , get the megs kit from halfrauds and use plenty of lube That's what she said! Good question and answer, as I could do with getting some too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kniff_666 Posted April 13, 2012 Author Share Posted April 13, 2012 fine will do , get the megs kit from halfrauds and use plenty of lube cheers for the help guys Another quick question. I understand that the clay bar removes contaminants from the paint but do you run the risk of damaging the paint? I mean is it a mild abrasive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 cheers for the help guys Another quick question. I understand that the clay bar removes contaminants from the paint but do you run the risk of damaging the paint? I mean is it a mild abrasive? Only very light pressure is needed otherwise you will marr the paint. fold the clay after every panel, lots of lube and very light pressure. It will feel like its dragging on the paint as it removes contamination but after a while It will feel silky smooth. I cut the clay bar up, that way you have a few spares should you drop it, if you do, bin it and start again with a fresh bit. personally I use Bilt Hamber clay, only needs water as lube but the Megs kit is a decent one as well Remember, light pressure and lots of lube, its not that hard just get stuck in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 Have a read here: http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=4829 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kniff_666 Posted April 16, 2012 Author Share Posted April 16, 2012 Cheers for the info guys. Just bought the megs kit. Another question is this. Would i be able to use this stuff on my J-spec headlights (plastic) on the inside and out? And do you think that this will help remove the discolouration and fogging? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 use plenty of lube I wanna take you to a clay bar, clay bar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Cheers for the info guys. Just bought the megs kit. Another question is this. Would i be able to use this stuff on my J-spec headlights (plastic) on the inside and out? And do you think that this will help remove the discolouration and fogging? It would help remove any contaminents on the outside of the headlights prior to polishing them, but It wont bring the plastic up like new you would need to hand polish/machine polich with a cutting compund to get the best results. I wouldn't bother using the clay on the inside of the headlights, its not going to be of any really benefit. Or soak in Peroxide as a few guys on here have done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 I wanna take you to a clay bar, clay bar. I was going to do that...meh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter richards Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 the lights unfortunately is a tough one , i machined mine two or three times but it drops back quite quickly , and tbh isnt worth the work , replaced with glass now . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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