HOW TO SAFEY CLAY YOUR CAR | Tips and Tricks when claying your car

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IMJOSHV - Car Detailing and Reconditioning Tips

Күн бұрын

Have you heard all of the benefits of claying your cars paint but you are too nervous to do it yourself? If you follow a few key tips you should be able to get the results you're looking for! Clay is an amazing way to remove embedded contamination for your cars clear coat. It will leave an ultra smooth finish that is ready to be polished and helps to make your paint look better than it ever has before. But if you don't know what you are doing, claying your car can introduce unnecessary scratches, marring, and other unwanted paint conditions. In today's video, I will walk you through the different types of clay, grades of clay, and the process of how to get the results you want without damaging your vehicles paint... ENJOY!!!
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TIME CODES:
0:00 - WILL CLAY SCRATCH YOUR PAINT?
0:35 - Tips and Tricks when claying your car
0:47 - Types of Clay
1:17 - Benefits of Synthetic Clay
1:42 - Grades of Clay
2:06 - Should you Polish after using clay
2:56 - NEW Ultra Clay from The Rag Company
4:23 - HOW TO CLAY YOUR CAR
8:01 - OVERSPRAY REMOVAL
10:02 - How often should you clay your car?
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@keithcee6378 Жыл бұрын

Gotta be honest I’m scared to clay, due to me being a novice to polishing. But your clips are absolutely a confidence booster. Maybe in the future you can give us “driveway” folks a step by step? Pads, compound etc? Baby steps for some if us baby’s lol…..thanks Josh

@KeysDetailing Жыл бұрын

I just posted a full video on how to do a complete polish and compound, iron decon and clay bar post yesterday! It’s my recent video

@BXGreen Жыл бұрын

I second this… beginner polish or light correction. Speed and pads dumb it down. My car got some car wash damage I d like to fix.

@jontnoneya3404 6 күн бұрын

@@KeysDetailing - you should post a link to your vids if you want ppl to watch them. This comment is over a year old but it's impossible to know if it's closer to 1 yr or 2 yrs old. Posting a link removes the ambiguity and makes it easier on everyone.

@gustziavas1141 Жыл бұрын

Great video love the clay sponge 👍

@paulwoodward3453 Жыл бұрын

Great channel! I'm glad I found you!

@musicmanlfp890 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate all your videos! Been getting in to detailing and it's been a big help. Just ordered a MJJC Foam Cannon from your site. Can't wait!

@BXGreen Жыл бұрын

By the way ur videos are the best! Love the way u give ur real opinions trying out products. Ur easy to listen too and address the topics nicely. 👍

@mrshep49 Жыл бұрын

Right on man. As a beginner in the car detailing business i have to thank you for your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge man, you’ve helped me a lot already

@FollowMyLine17 Жыл бұрын

I just wanted to say that I’ve recently gotten back into detailing. I make a bunch of how-to KZfaq videos on car stuff and track days, and just wanted to chime in and say thank you for the videos you make. Extremely helpful, well done, and to the point. Keep it up! Subscribed.

@davestewart9146 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a clay mitt, haven’t had a chance to try it yet, thanks Josh 👍😁

@davidmon62 Жыл бұрын

Hi Josh. Excellent video as always..

@jameelmusah1941 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting that Josh. I actually had some clay on me, but I was thinking to grab those clay mitts from The Rag company just because it is easier. Glad you explained in detail the difference. It helps a lot!

@Ray00069 Жыл бұрын

Dude!! You’re a lifesaver. I was about to clay my vehicle the traditional way. I had to search up a new method and for some odd reason you popped up on my recommendation list. This new method of clay bar looks way better than the little clay bar. Definitely going to order this today.

@Tango_Mango_RT_345 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video, I’m about to claybar my car and I will refer back to this, thank you again!

@adirondacksxss9156 Жыл бұрын

always informative thank you sir beautiful car btw

@marshprofessionaldetailing9794 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video on the benefits and risks involved with claying your paint. Thank you!

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@maryhoffman2547 Жыл бұрын

Excited to use my sponge!

@inkgenie9760 Жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@Aswaguespack Жыл бұрын

Very thorough explanation of what Claying does and not does. Excellent review of products. Thanks Josh

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@terryrogers1025 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, great content as far as I am concerned.

@mikesimpson9942 Жыл бұрын

Love the clay scrubber from the rag company. Had to get my hands on it as soon as it came out. I find it to be very useful for stuck on bugs and debris along the front of a car when I pair it with p&s bugoff before a wash with p&s pearl auto, which gives a ton of lubricity so theres never really any marring at all. Great video!

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yea its a fantastic tool to have

@kristofferpence Жыл бұрын

I’m the one that told you to try them 😂. I’m so glad you like them man! Haha. I haven’t used the mitt or the block but man that material is great. Great for cleaning as well, because you can see the contamination come off. Sorry my rant is done 😂

@wescat2 Жыл бұрын

Great explanation Josh. What about using the mitt or sponge with a high lubricity soap? Wash then foam with something like Mr. Pink and clay with that in the shade?

@johnwayne9758 Жыл бұрын

Another awesome video. So Josh when you're mobile do you still have deionized water if so can you do a video showing the set up.

@jasonhill9088 Жыл бұрын

What is the orange clay lubricant your using? Awesome channel learning so much!

@johnniejohnson8026 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh you saved me a lot of trouble I am on well water and was going to leave my car wet when I clay my 2006 Subaru Impreza

@thesamsquatch5224 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I've not used a traditional clay bar in awhile unless you have heavy contamination and then you need to polish its abrasive. The ultra clay and the DIY Detail clay towel are synthetic like you say. The DIY Detail for sure I know contains no abrasives but you need ample lubrication like Josh has. I personally am primarily rinseless that gives me a little of an edge and then I add the iron remover and clay in one step. Depending on how heavy your decontamination is, and what media you use. With ample lubrication you do not always have to polish. I really like this video! That Porsche is going to look fantastic

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Thanks, can i ask what iron removal you are using with the clay and is it deteriorating the clay at all? most itron removes are neutral so its probably fine but i just wanted to see what your experience was

@cMaJic9 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Which soaps do you recommend to use before claying the car

@vinsdragons8021 Жыл бұрын

The rag company clay towel and sponge are the best for very minimal maring.

@DareToListen1 Жыл бұрын

Great video and great information. I've noticed recently on the videos your pressure washer hose is a dark color - not the bright blue of Uberflex or bright green of Flexzilla. Are you using a different brand now? What polish do you recommend after claying before a ceramic coat?

@andys5203 Жыл бұрын

Awsome video. Your channel is my go-to for car detailing. Well done, sir 👏

@MyGuyKirby Жыл бұрын

I too have been using the TRC synthetic clay mitt and these were done to help my ceramic spray waxes bond to the surface I never did any polish afterwards as the car were light colors and the owners were not paying for the service. Most customers want a clean and shiny vehicle and cannot detect a swirl or any micro marring.

@Jnaszty559 Жыл бұрын

I best clay I used so far is Am details clay bar.

@domenicobizzarro839 Жыл бұрын

That s such an awesome great fantastic Porsche color 😱😱😱👌👌👌👌

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Thanks I agree

@domenicobizzarro839 Жыл бұрын

@@imjoshv and Josh you are one of the best, together with Pan, Wilson or Forensic, who's videos I m watching ALL OF THEM cause are so exhaustive, complete and professional to help and give tips and tricks to approaching baby detailers like me. Great job mate 👌👌👌🤷🏼🤷🏼🤷🏼👍👍👍

@audieconrad8995 Жыл бұрын

As a rule, I generally use the Mother's Synthetic pad for my primary claybarring. The one very important aspect of my process is that I keep a well dampened Terry cloth hand towel folded lengthwise over my shoulder. 2 virtues are because the towel is damp it tends to stay on my shoulder [I generally wear a t-shirt] and after several passes with the synthetic claypad I wipe it clean while the towel is still draped over my shoulder. It is quick and efficient- MOST IMPORTANTLY - it keeps the pad clear of contaminants! It is amazing how much crud [depending in the vehicle] can be seen in the towel. It certainly keeps any potential marring to a minimum. As Josh mentioned about the mitts - keep them clean. It makes the difference!

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

great points!

@audieconrad8995 Жыл бұрын

@IMJOSHV - Car Detailing and Reconditioning Tips Thx Josh. Happy to share a tip here and there. Love your channel! 🤝🤜🤛

@superado2k Жыл бұрын

@AudieConrad - Good to see that you have had success with these pads. I plan on using the Mother's Speed 2.0 clay soon for the first time on a very neglected Scion xB. If you have one near you, I found them available at Ollie's for $9.99 each... along with quite a few other Mother's, Griot's and Chemical Guys products at greatly reduced pricing.

@audieconrad8995 Жыл бұрын

@superado2k Gee, that's a better than good price! Don't know the store but will look it up - thx 4 sharing. Good luck with your project. Shine on you crazy diamond!

@aarongonzalez2156 Жыл бұрын

Can you review the Feng pai foam Cannons? New budget foam kinga

@avguylyfe5837 Жыл бұрын

I been trying to find videos, but whats thoughts on claying carbon fiber? Mainly dry. Same priciples as paint? Figured itmight be more sensitivitie.

@stevew6995 Жыл бұрын

Josh, Another very informative video - Thank you. Question: My truck sat under a tree in the Pacific NW for a couple years while I was overseas and now it has moss, dirt, lichen, tree sap, and who knows what else covering it. I'm sure I need to clay, but how do I know which grit to use?

@Ichabod_Jericho Жыл бұрын

Just go with medium or heavy. Light clay is only for every 8 months or so on cars that are well waxed or coated. Anything less than medium is just a waste of time in your scenario

@Stainlessautos Жыл бұрын

How do you feel about claying ceramic coating? I’ve seen a need when maintaining coatings that I haven’t seen in 6 months to a year, and I don’t want to expect clients to recoat and pay for a polish6 months after paying around 1k for a 3-5 year coating.

@TheFirstTimers Жыл бұрын

Can you use clay for a boat with Gel Coat? If not, what would you recommend?

@juanrojas4722 Жыл бұрын

Hello. Are you able to use the soap you use to wash the car with a clay mitt ?? Like use it after you wash it ?? Ty

@havingtoomuchfun4806 Жыл бұрын

You need to try the DIY Detail iron remover and their towel, no marring in any way.,

@robertosticca597 Жыл бұрын

Josh how bout using a iron remover as the lube ? Knocking out 2 steps in one chemical and mechanical

@doughty_performance Жыл бұрын

After I Clay is it recommended to use a panel prep prior to starting my compound? And after I apply 3D One do I panel prep prior to a wax or will it strip the 3D One?

@paulhughes3961 Жыл бұрын

It's also good to know if your car has a soft clear coat or a hard clear coat.

@aarongonzalez2156 Жыл бұрын

Are you going to review the new harbor freight da Hercules?

@golfboy83 Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to give a tip when using a clay mitt or towel. I'll wash my whole car with my regular wash mitt and get it all rinsed off Then I'll get new/fresh soapy water in my bucket, and just dip my clay mitt into the wash bucket amd clay the car. The soap water has plenty of lubricity for the clay mitt.

@112Famine Жыл бұрын

Is there need to clay a few months old 7 year Ceramic (H9) coated paint? Guess the best thing to do is look at & feel the paint after washing it. If I need to clay & use the proper amount of lube & pressure, would the clay holding any contamination scratch the paint to the point I'd need to polish, once again I'd need to look afterwards. So at last comes the questions I need your help with & let you answer, what would I use to polish a H9 coating? And would I need to reapply the coating again afterwards? I'm guess no, I should just put down a coating of something to protect & to fill the holes the removed contamination left behind. Or am I wrong? But would "holes" in the H9 coat be compromising its structure after everything I needed to do to keep the H9 coat from "falling apart" ... could moisture get under it a lift it off the paint? Guessing I need to learn more about its atomic structure & how it bonds to the paint & are Ceramic coatings are self repairing. And if a car has a problem with paint chipping easily from driving in traffic, would a Ceramic coating stop it from chipping? My daily car is a Mazda CX-5 with the notorious Soul Red Crystal Metallic, it is very well known to have a problem with chippy to the point owners on Mazda fansite forums are trying to get a class action lawsuit started.

@BXGreen Жыл бұрын

I noticed u use a disc clay in some of ur video s during ur wash. Do u polish after that as well? I d like to clay my car but I don’t know how to polish with DA. Can I polish by hand or will it not be good enough? So maybe just forget the clay?

@caxcan9438 Жыл бұрын

What’s your method washing convertibles ?

@BigJoeyCrack Жыл бұрын

What did you use as clay lube? I see it wasn't the product listed due to color difference. Thanks Josh!

@ronaldpena7121 Жыл бұрын

I’m also wondering the same?

@Static_MK3Focus Жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh! Great information. I have a question, will carpro reset deteriorate ceramic sealants like Hydr02 and wet coat?

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

It shouldnt. Its a ph neutral soap so you should be good!

@Static_MK3Focus Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, keep the informative content coming!!!

@Static_MK3Focus Жыл бұрын

@@imjoshv are you able to add a shot of green star to reset for non coated or sealed cars?

@superado2k Жыл бұрын

Great vid / content! TRC clay pads and mitts both still need to be used on glass prior to paint, correct?

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

It’s always a good idea especially when they are fresh out of the package

@superado2k Жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh! Planning on decontaminating, claying and polishing a neglected Scion xB in the very near future... first time for me regarding all 3 procedures!

@BXGreen Жыл бұрын

Do I need to rinse the clay if it’s getting all that stuff off the paint? Or just keep claying?

@jmedina718 Жыл бұрын

What if you can’t polish afterwards… what’s the next best thing? Or is polishing a absolute must? Great content as always!

@albertcarr574 Жыл бұрын

Why was this person's question not answewed?

@Jnaszty559 Жыл бұрын

The next best thing is an all in one polish where it corrects and adds protection. Other wise if you just wax or add protection after clay you may notice your paint appear cloudy from marring or not at glossy.

@jmedina718 Жыл бұрын

@@Jnaszty559 thank you! I appreciate your feedback.

@claybirdyshaw5737 Жыл бұрын

Is it OK to clay a ceramic coated vehicle or will it damage the coating?

@taz19741974 Жыл бұрын

your website store at checkout will not function...just gives refresh button option.

@littlebit8901 9 ай бұрын

So, if I live on the coast with all the salt buildup (Car really needs regular washing) I may need to clay it at least yearly? (My nephews car stays outside in the weather) What if it has ceramic coating? Would it still need claying? Polishing after the clay with the ceramic coating? Then re coat with ceramic?

@bowieknife 11 ай бұрын

Can I use gold class shampoo as clay lube?

@marcg1964 Жыл бұрын

Chemical after mechanical or vice versa?

@Adam-cn7it 2 ай бұрын

I understand that after claying the paintwork, I should polish the paintwork, but after claying the glass, is it necessary to polish the glass?

@Messi10billy 3 ай бұрын

Should i clay towel my car that i dont want to polish after wards?

@RD-io6sm 6 ай бұрын

Yes synthetic clay can scratch but if used correctly there's very small risk for marring. Proper lubrication and zero pressure on the clay is pretty safe. Clay and seal packages wouldn't exist if it weren't reasonably possible.

@mistabenton9666 Жыл бұрын

Hey imjoshv is the Milwaukee cordless polisher safe on paint like the maxshine polisher

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Yea it’s the same type of movement (dual action 15mm throw). Safe and cordless!

@maoss40 Жыл бұрын

Most ppl will have years coating on it, but it feel rough few months later, if Polish after Clay, which means we need coating the paint again? Any suggestions?

@Juandersause Жыл бұрын

Use iron remover bro

@jontnoneya3404 6 күн бұрын

So - it's actually removing part of the clear coat? Right?! How often can someone expect to clay before it messes with the paint job?

@WillyD1 Жыл бұрын

What is your quick Detailer looks like bead maker

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Its froma chemical manufacturer that ive been trying out. It works well but not on the market yet

@longislandcerealkiller6385 Жыл бұрын

Can a cleaner wax remove clay scratches

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

in many cases yes.

@harlanweisser2332 Жыл бұрын

What ceramic coating do u use? Maxshine?

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

Yea I like the maxshine graphene coating a lot!! I also use gyeon mohs evo. It’s super easy to work with as well

@harlanweisser2332 Жыл бұрын

I bought maxshine. Haven't done it yet. Soon I will try it.

@harlanweisser2332 Жыл бұрын

Can u use the maxshine coating on the trim, headlights and windshield?

@danhoyles Ай бұрын

It really don't look like it needs polish after claymitt.

@robertrobertson5120 Жыл бұрын

Porsche... what about your '69 Fairlane?

@casmithc2 Жыл бұрын

It takes a strong man to admit his pride and joy, is that contaminated! Did you polish after?

@dylansmith697 Жыл бұрын

Watching this after I clayed my truck 😂

@cutlasssupreme508 6 ай бұрын

If you clay you most definitely will be buffing and polishing your clear coat...

@gregp1002 Жыл бұрын

Would you clay a brand new car?

@RayNLA Жыл бұрын

If you’re claying you’re polishing…No shortcuts people!

@cliffyj5071 Жыл бұрын

Blah blah blah!! 10% dawn dish washing soap and 90% water will do better than any product these people are trying to sell you for the couple bucks they get for product promotions!! 🖕 prove me wrong!?

@weavingshroud Жыл бұрын

Dish soap ruins your clay bar little by little 😂

@ctt4811 Жыл бұрын

Great vid and tips again Josh. Question, whats the best way to get rid of harsh wiper marks out of the windshield? I tried the yellow clay, it cleaned up the windshield but didnt get rid of the streak.

@imjoshv Жыл бұрын

there are some specialty glass pads and polishes that you can use but personally i havent been able to get the results i want from them

@markbewley9341 Жыл бұрын

Dude you got to slow it down,to much information at one time on all your videos, then on alot of your opinions you have never used the product your just going on here say,you confuse alot of your viewers, your so wishy-washy on alot of your opinions, you act like you are in a race,dude slow down and keep it simple,lay the pipe down for awhile