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Post by Deleted on Mar 16, 2009 18:55:35 GMT -6
Alright well Im going to do a write up on how to claybar your car.  Tools you will need: A claybar a micro-fiber towel quick detailer spray and wax First thing you do is get the Clay out of the package and kneed it. You will know when to stop kneeding it once it becomes very pliable and expands outwards a bit.   Now you spray the body panel with the quick detailer dont be shy with this stuff, use quite a bit! once you do that wipe the panel off with a normal towel to ensure a clean area. Next you spray a large amount of the detailer over the body panel that you are claying, be sure to keep this area lubricated very well in order for the bar to work  Start with light and gentle rubbing, make sure you get to all of the detailer with the clay bar. You will feel some pulsing when rubbing the car, this is normal just keep rubbing the clay over the panel. DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE let the claybar do the work not your hand. Next you wipe the detailer off with the microfiber towl and VOOLAH Before  After  Now things to avoid doing with the claybar. 1. dont use too much force when working on the panels 2. DONT be an idiot and drop the clay bar like me 3. once the bar has been used up dont re-use it pitch it.  4. now here are just some more pics   Now after all the hard work you've done sit back light one up and crack open a cold one...in my case I cracked open a sunkist but it was still worth it!!! |
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Post by sall on Mar 16, 2009 19:21:49 GMT -6
I'm sold. Sixty degreees plus tomorrow going to get the kit. You must have got a good deal. Retails for 19.99 for that kit anywhere I look. Haha a little extracurricular "recreational" activities going on eh zach. And don't tell me you meant a ciggerette  |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 16, 2009 19:26:57 GMT -6
I'm sold. Sixty degreees plus tomorrow going to get the kit. You must have got a good deal. Retails for 19.99 for that kit anywhere I look. Haha a little extracurricular "recreational" activities going on eh zach. And don't tell me you meant a ciggerette I meant a candle bozo ;D and no I no smokey thats ucky |
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Post by sall on Mar 16, 2009 19:36:14 GMT -6
haha yeah light the candle to relax, riight. I won't hassle you on that statement anymore. You only got a year or less it looks like till you can enjoy a cold brew (legally) after a job well done or half through a job when you get frustrated.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 16, 2009 19:51:44 GMT -6
if it hadnt gotten dark I would have finished that darn car...and my profile lies im 17!!! there was a big to do about that when I first started here...glad thats over
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Post by tpunk on Mar 16, 2009 21:27:03 GMT -6
Nice writeup. Pretty much follows the YouTube video to a tee. :-P
I have yet to crack open a brew while working on my car, and I've been legal for about 4months, and my parents didn't care about me drinking once I turned 18. :\
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Post by Deleted on Mar 16, 2009 21:28:12 GMT -6
rub it in!!!
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Post by scottydl on Mar 16, 2009 21:37:53 GMT -6
I'm 31 and drinking is overrated no matter how old you are.  Nice job zach! I'll put this in the Exterior "how to" sticky up top. |
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Post by sall on Mar 16, 2009 21:42:58 GMT -6
haha I agree completely. I like to have a drink every now and then. I am 22 and am already past my drinking years. College did me in!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2009 7:24:22 GMT -6
I'm 31 and drinking is overrated no matter how old you are. Nice job zach! I'll put this in the Exterior "how to" sticky up top. YAY ive got two stickied threads now!!! |
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Post by hoodbird on Mar 17, 2009 16:46:57 GMT -6
I'll say using a claybar and a good power buffer will give you great results. I use a dewalt multi speed buffer/grinder i'll get the model number if anyone need's it. But claybar and a buffer wow. 1-claybar 2 polish buffer at 2500 rpms i use a 3m egg crate polish pad. 3-wax . I do this 4 times a year on all my cars.
aura1 is that a foxbody stang i see in the back ground? Another gm ford man huh? lol
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2009 20:22:16 GMT -6
I'll say using a claybar and a good power buffer will give you great results. I use a dewalt multi speed buffer/grinder i'll get the model number if anyone need's it. But claybar and a buffer wow. 1-claybar 2 polish buffer at 2500 rpms i use a 3m egg crate polish pad. 3-wax . I do this 4 times a year on all my cars. aura1 is that a foxbody stang i see in the back ground? Another gm ford man huh? lol It is, that would be my 89 ford mustang GT convertible...I love that car, and come june if for some reason my aurora cant make it to the meet, that mustang will!!! It's my cool car  the auroras my granny car ;D |
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Post by electrostatictommy on Apr 30, 2009 18:30:57 GMT -6
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Post by sall on Apr 30, 2009 19:13:06 GMT -6
BTW, Turtle Wax Liquid Claybar is an excellent product as well.
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Post by aldrichd on May 6, 2009 19:20:13 GMT -6
Thanks for the info.
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Post by jbeau698 on Jun 20, 2009 17:42:21 GMT -6
this claybar kit is perfection. Works like a charm and you will not be disappointed with the results.
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Post by aweb80 on Jun 21, 2009 18:04:21 GMT -6
I'm doing mine right now....taking a break in fact.
I don't think this 01 has ever been waxed or detailed. Paint looks good, but is really rough. I'm using the same kit. I used it already on the GP (in sig) and was pleased.
It should shine great after I go wax it right now
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Post by lanceslambos on Jun 21, 2009 19:03:18 GMT -6
aura1 is that a foxbody stang i see in the back ground? Another gm ford man huh? lol It is, that would be my 89 ford mustang GT convertible...I love that car, and come june if for some reason my aurora cant make it to the meet, that mustang will!!! It's my cool car the auroras my granny car ;D no no you have to race collins remember... i get winner |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2009 23:08:05 GMT -6
ohhh you are right! ok I will own....  |
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Post by XJSman89 on Jun 22, 2009 11:12:19 GMT -6
Nope, I will own. My straights will kill the "performance" that removing your engine cover adds. Just you wait. BTW Lance, you can scratch 2nd all you want. I'll still kick YOUR behind too. ;D |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2009 11:31:12 GMT -6
hmmmm if I remember correctly, the 98 model year, was proven to be quicker than 96 and all in all better in all the aspects. Your striaght pipes wont own much of anything except a ticket in illinois. Cops up here dont like loud noises!! oh nvm your not coming, party pooper! and my engine cover removal modd gained me 1/2 a horse, what those straight pipes gained you at the most 1/8th of horse..... |
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Post by theRhinelander on Jun 27, 2014 20:30:38 GMT -6
Just clay barred my aurora and my dad's truck, this post helped a lot even if the pics are broken. Very easy to do and I'm surprised nobody I know knows what I mean by clay barring!
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