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

[@keithcee6378]

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]

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_DrivewayDetails]

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]

@@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.

[@vladimirvojtaml]

I've got the clay rag and used it on windshield and it worked perfectly. No scratches and it made it incredibly smooth. I've used nicely smelling Liquid Elements clay lube.

[@RD-io6sm]

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.

[@Ray00069]

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.

[@Richardlowii]

I did it! 5 year old White Jetta never been clayed just stated down the detail road and wow, just do it. I used iron remover and a rinsless wash. What a difference now I just got to get the confidence to polish nd paint correct.

[@jameelmusah1941]

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!

[@mrshep49]

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

[@jasonhill9088]

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

[@mikesimpson9942]

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]

Thanks! Yea its a fantastic tool to have

[@Aswaguespack]

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

[@imjoshv]

Thanks!

[@iBlinkTVChannel]

@@imjoshvhey Josh I’m getting ready to vinyl wrap my Truck - Am I good to wash, iron remove with clay, and then wrap? Skipping the polish/wax prior to wrapping I know that when I remove the wrap I will need to do a full paint correction/polish/wax Truck has 14k miles on it with amazing paint so I want to preserve it. If polish/wax is suggested prior to wrapping, I will do it that way 🤙🏽

[@renogunzddragon1900]

​@@iBlinkTVChannellearn what polish does, and what wax does 1st..polish is to remove swirls, wax is to protect paint, if you want to wrap your car why you want to wax at all..just decon properly no need polish or wax and just wrap.

[@iBlinkTVChannel]

@@renogunzddragon1900 good reply. The video being about doing a wax/etc after claying - I wanted his take on his video recommendation for my scenario with the intention of wrapping immediately. Also, wondered if wax would help with post-vinyl paint correction/adhesive residue management You’re welcome to reply again - I’m after Josh’s opinion if he’s not busy.

[@BigJoeyCrack]

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

[@ronaldpena7121]

I’m also wondering the same?

[@johnniejohnson8026]

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

[@audieconrad8995]

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]

great points!

[@audieconrad8995]

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

[@superado2k]

@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]

@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!

[@thesamsquatch5224]

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]

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

[@kristofferpence]

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 😂

[@Stainlessautos]

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.

[@avguylyfe5837]

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

[@lasmoothalways]

Can I use hybrid solutions 3and1 detailer as a clay lube if not what is your suggestion?

[@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails]

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. 👍

[@lisihoxha7388]

You are the best brother

[@davestewart9146]

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

[@Adam-cn7it]

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

[@vinsdragons8021]

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

[@TheFirstTimers]

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

[@maryhoffman2547]

Excited to use my sponge!

[@Tango_Mango_RT_345]

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!

[@littlebit8901]

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?

[@wescat2]

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?

[@marshprofessionaldetailing9794]

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

[@imjoshv]

Thank you!

[@johnwayne9758]

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.

[@golfboy83]

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.

[@juanrojas4722]

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

[@musicmanlfp890]

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!

[@robertosticca597]

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

[@inkgenie9760]

Great video!!

[@imjoshv]

Thanks

[@paulwoodward3453]

Great channel! I'm glad I found you!

[@caxcan9438]

What’s your method washing convertibles ?

[@MlleVB]

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

[@gustziavas1141]

Great video love the clay sponge 👍

[@davidmon62]

Hi Josh. Excellent video as always..

[@112Famine]

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.

[@MyGuyKirby]

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.

[@DareToListen1]

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?

[@cMaJic9]

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

[@Jnaszty559]

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

[@doughty_racing]

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?

[@marcg1964]

Chemical after mechanical or vice versa?

[@adirondacksxss9156]

always informative thank you sir beautiful car btw

[@jontnoneya3404]

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?

[@bowieknife]

Can I use gold class shampoo as clay lube?

[@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails]

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?

[@maoss40]

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]

Use iron remover bro

[@taz19741974]

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

[@terryrogers1025]

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

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

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

[@superado2k]

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

[@imjoshv]

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

[@superado2k]

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_DrivewayDetails]

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

[@jmedina718]

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

[@albertcarr574]

Why was this person's question not answewed?

[@Jnaszty559]

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]

@@Jnaszty559 thank you! I appreciate your feedback.

[@stevew6995]

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]

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

[@paulhughes3961]

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

[@thedanwriter1]

Can synthetic clay mar the paint like traditional clay bar?

[@renogunzddragon1900]

Less risk to mar the paint vs clay bar

[@Static_MK3Focus]

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

[@imjoshv]

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

[@Static_MK3Focus]

Appreciate it, keep the informative content coming!!!

[@Static_MK3Focus]

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

[@domenicobizzarro839]

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

[@imjoshv]

Thanks I agree

[@domenicobizzarro839]

@@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 👌👌👌🤷🏼🤷🏼🤷🏼👍👍👍

[@aaron30569]

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

[@andys5203]

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

[@mistabenton9666]

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

[@imjoshv]

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

[@harlanweisser2332]

What ceramic coating do u use? Maxshine?

[@imjoshv]

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]

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

[@harlanweisser2332]

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

[@aaron30569]

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

[@WillyD1]

What is your quick Detailer looks like bead maker

[@imjoshv]

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

[@Clay_333]

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

[@renogunzddragon1900]

It will damage the coating

[@longislandcerealkiller6385]

Can a cleaner wax remove clay scratches

[@imjoshv]

in many cases yes.

[@casmithc2]

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

[@danhoyles]

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

[@robertrobertson5120]

Porsche... what about your '69 Fairlane?

[@cutlasssupreme508]

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

[@dylansmith697]

Watching this after I clayed my truck 😂

[@gregp1002]

Would you clay a brand new car?

[@RayNLA]

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

[@cliffyj5071]

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]

Dish soap ruins your clay bar little by little 😂

[@renogunzddragon1900]

Cliffy thinks he knows everything..😂 ignorant is bliss for cliffy here

[@ctt4811]

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]

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]

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

[@renogunzddragon1900]

He actually test those products before he makes a vid..and if you are too slow to understand what he says..there is a setting on youtube to slow down the video for you 😂..english is my second language and i can understand him fine.

[@TroyRudd574]

Nothing to do with current content, but just wanted to say,, "THANK YOU!" You just saved me $20 on the Maxshine M8S V2, with your IMJOSHV1 code! 👍