I have used detailing clay, and it is great for removing any stuff that doesn't come off with soap and water. Don't drop your clay on the ground - it immediately picks up rocks etc. which obviously will scratch your car, so you through it away at that point. Labor intensive to 'clay' an entire car, so I'd recommend that you only do it where you can either see or feel stuff that won't wash off. I bought a $15 clay kit at Pep Boys that had special clay lubricant in a spray bottle, but I suspect that car soap and water, mixed a little on the soapy side, will work just fine.
I have found that clay works GREAT on my white car which really shows dirt. -Max -----Original Message----- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Friday, February 12, 2010 10:50 AM To: 'Mercedes@okiebenz.com' Subject: [MBZ] Car detailing Rich mentioned it not being pleasant enough to be working on cars lately. That got me thinking about working on my car this weekend. IT IS SUPPOSED TO BE 52 DEGREES! I am very excited about sun and warm temperatures. This winter seems to have last forever. I know its been the normal amount of time, but it just feels like we haven't had a warm day in SO long. Now, I'm sure some of you in the warmer climates are thinking that 52 doesn't sound all that great, but it has been bad here for a long time. So, here's my question. I just got this Cadillac and I always have to spend time detailing and cleaning whatever car I have just gotten. It drives me crazy not having a clean car. Has anyone used the "clay" for the paint. I think I did this once on a previous car, but it was a long time ago. The car has very nice paint, but since it was sitting for so long, I am thinking using the clay would be a good idea before waxing it. Plus, I get to spend some time outside soaking up the sun! Donald H. Snook _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
