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Old Feb 12, 2006 | 11:34 AM
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just got my new claybar delivered, but im out of detail spray that ive been using previously, is there anything else i can use instead of it?

is just water not enough?

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Old Feb 12, 2006 | 04:57 PM
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water is not enough, if you really want to cheap out, just use some soapy water. I say just go to the nearest auto parts store and buy a bottle of quik detailer, it's made by meguiars and they are available almost everywhere. It may not be the same brand as your clay bar, but it'll do the job.
Old Feb 12, 2006 | 05:35 PM
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dude, buy any quick detailer/ spray wax for 6 dollars
Old Feb 12, 2006 | 05:39 PM
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If you already have a car wash that has very good lubrication, just mix a double strong batch and use that as the clay lube. It will cost you nothing extra and it works just as well as quick detailer spray, but you might not have the convenience of a spray bottle.
Old Feb 12, 2006 | 06:07 PM
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Iv'e never used a clay bar. What kind would you recommend and wheres the best place to buy?
Old Feb 12, 2006 | 06:35 PM
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ive gota mothers bar, seems alright,

ill get some meguairs quick detail,

i just flat over the paint in no particular direction or pattern, just stay away from the seams in the body,

anyone use any "special" techniques?

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Old Feb 12, 2006 | 06:41 PM
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Nope claying is pretty straight forward
Old Feb 12, 2006 | 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by precisiondriver
Nope claying is pretty straight forward
yup just make sure it's nice and lubed. don't be stingy with the spray.
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