Should You Polish Your Car's Paint After Using a Clay Bar?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

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[@bobjackson7516]

Great info Pan, thank you. You know, I've spent 30+ years in the auto service department. I have no fear with the mechanical stuff. The scary paint stuff however, is another story. With your help, I've completely lost my fear of touching my paint for fear of scratching it. In the past couple months, I've just begun to "come out of my shell". I've wet sanded, paint corrected, bought a DA polisher, and applied a graphene coating. All because of your videos. Thank you sir. Oh, and a tip of the hat from a fellow audiophile. Love your audio and HT rooms! Would love to see more of that content too.- Bob

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the positive feedback Bob! I love sharing my passion and knowledge with my viewers and give them the confidence they need to go out there and enjoy detailing their cars.

[@toolguyleoelvis6737]

Same here

[@andrewsmith8729]

A lot of this stuff is hogwash. Most cars are painted with Base Coat (colour) and a Top Coat (Clear). This layer of clear coat is primarily acrylic and polyurethane... it is incredibly hard and durable. I would not be too intimidated by all the technobabble for car detailing about ' paint correction'. Most of it is just a 'described method' to justify charging people to wash their car. Use a low pressure hose (garden hose) to initially give the car a light wetting all over. Move around the car washing rinsing every panel. By the time you get back to where you have started, the water has had time to soak into the dirt. Go around the car a second time giving it a bit more vigorous hosing. The use a bucket with water containing carwash liquid. Don't skimp on the detergent... or use too much. The water should feel soapy slippery. I normally go around the car with a normal mitt and then do a second pass with a clay mitt. The trick is to keep dipping the mitts in the bucket to keep them clean as possible. Once ya finished, use a proper Chamois to dry the excess water off the car. Assuming ya going to polish the car immediately after washing and drying it. Use a good quality microfibre cloth to first wipe the panel down before applying the polish. I use Nu Finish and De Walt 18v dual action polisher. Polish the panel... then use another microfibre cloth to wipe the panel over again to remove any residue. The two key points are light pressure and don't over-polish the panels..... Don't over buff the panels when applying the polish.... and don't polish the car every weekend for something to do. I put 2 coats of Nu Finish about a couple of weeks apart. I do this twice a year. When my car gets dirty,I take it to the local pressure wash... low pressure rinse, then higher pressure rinse and wipe down with the chamois at the same time. This costs me $2 for the pressure wash. Then, I wash out the chamois and wipe the car dry with it. Works a charm.... people stop me in the street to comment about how nice and shiny my car looks.

[@theredscourge]

I clayed a relative's non-coated black truck which hadn't been clayed in its 10 year existence, using medium clay, and it didn't need a polish after. I polished it anyway though.

[@diydetailofficial]

Great content as always. Thank you for featuring DIY Detail products.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!!

[@KonstaNykanen]

Love the fact that mechanical decontamination tools have evolved into synthetic non abrasive form👍🏻. No more worrying about scratching the paint work. Phenomenal work Pan👍🏻❤️.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@KonstaNykanen]

@@PanTheOrganizer 👍🏻❤️

[@jimrusch22]

It probably was covered but relating to ceramic spray coating. I’ve found final removal / final polishing is best performed with a very slightly dampened microfiber cloth . This is especially so on dark paint. Always work in the shade preferably inside.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes some also like to use a rinseless wash dampened towel to remove polish residue.

[@stansbruv3169]

Thanks Pan. We appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience. I’ve learned so much and my cars look amazing because because you willingly share your knowledge with strangers via KZbin!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@jacobvids]

I've been searching for an answer to this question and have found nothing until now, particularly on whether polishing is necessary after using a synthetic decontamination towel. I got my answer. Merci beaucoup!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad I could help! You'll always learn new things by watching my videos. :)

[@jt5261]

I believe that you have yourself to thank for being the most followed detailing channel on KZbin. You create the content and we love it so keep up the good work. Thanks for all the tips and tricks 👍😃

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you! I appreciate the kind words, and show of support! :)

[@milla5920]

Good video Pan. The topic that I'm waiting for. I like to use traditional clay bar and after clay, I don't polish the surface. Now I understand why I can see some maring on the surface. I've learned a valuable lesson today. Thanks a lot to Pan. Double thumbs up always 👍👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! 😁👍🏻

[@marybetheby5184]

Ive done alot of polishing after claying,,but many times,if the paint is in good shape to begin with,i can go right to sealing or spray waxing. Its just a waste of time on certain vehicles. Great topic! 😎👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@tenzin044]

So in my words:1.foam, 2.shampoo hand wash, 3. decontamination, 4.clay 5.fix all defects like cracks etc. 6.polishing 7. IPA wipe 8. final protection like wax, ceramic etc. Is that correct? I should say first-I've got 17 years old golf and almost for sure polishing never been done. It's not bad for his age, but I want take care of this and great moment to learn before I change car.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes that would be correct. To put all the steps into perspective, see how I fully detail a vehicle from A to Z in one of the videos below: RS6 Avant Performance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gma2gmOQfq92oJIsi=mcQiMs9HBLlaqjGK Mercedes S 580: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLCpZmZrNesjKssi=whord2_UEFSg28UW Aston Martin Vantage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXzKkmavj7uHp9E Volvo XC60: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqenc3Wbo82MfKM Tesla Model Y: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naDLnKZurbVohLs Porsche 911 Carrera: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJTOmpysl6ukqZY Audi Q7: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmirdHWJi9OcsK8 Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 985,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@bangersnmash2589]

Don't need to wax it if u are going to Polish then ceramic coat it

[@tenzin044]

@@bangersnmash2589 hi. I mean wax or ceramic as final protection layer. Finally I used ceramic wax. Final effect is great! 👍

[@vancity2349]

Thanks Pan. I have used a claybar and was surprised how much it picked up that I could not see.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Absolutely. There is so much embedded contamination that can accumulate in the clear coat over time, things you don't necessarily see with the naked eye, even when the car has been washed.

[@neilwalker5041]

Great topic Pan as people are often confused on the steps to take. A tip I learned from Miranda is to place the clay bar in a cup of warm water before you begin. This way the clay bar is easier to work with. I live ten minutes from the airport and the planes flying overhead leave a lot of contamination on my vehicles. I have to use iron remover on the back of the vehicles monthly. It just depends on your environment how much contamination you receive. Thank you for another great video!

[@johndoe6032]

Sounds nasty when you think that you're also breathing all of that in every day.

[@CriticuhL_]

Exactly. Breathing that has got to be bad. Also the siding/roofs on houses must get gross. Bet theres lot of pressure washing businesses around there 😅

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Great points Neil!

[@josephdefreitas56]

John from White Details from the UK also does this with the clay bar. I'm in Trinidad in the Caribbean and I also use that trick to properly soften up the clay bar even in out 32 degree C climate. However now with the DIY Details synthetic clay towels its so much easier and safer for the paint that I typically use those especially on light contamination.

[@geraldgigon5488]

Brilliant! Easy to follow and reasons to back up the Process. Thanks

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Gerald! Glad you enjoyed the video. Here are more paint correction tutorials: Paint correction tutorial for beginners: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs Demystifying paint correction: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGqudaOBgtJ0n5Isi=xksEEEstFh3YDpb7 Best compounds: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqnVkqaboMqfgposi=mZUnj1mMwlg3j-xO Bets polishes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5q7hKBmjqejjqcsi=MC5OHz5Vn5DBOtDO Best all-in-one type polishes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmOsc5dqfbClfM0si=HCCvQIMZSLtPIA9B Best pads: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4vKfXiKe8yBr9ksi=1j9H7ZRAkcUWW8m2

[@JoeAndMattsDetailing]

I received my free kit. I applied it on a customers card. I applied it indoors control environment. Mine came out good is still beating after two weeks.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Good to know. What kind of weather are the vehicles submitted to in the first week of application?

[@glintautodetailing830]

1. Agreed 2. Exception cld be, If the surface defects outweigh the marring from claying process and ur not required to polish & coat the paint, then no need to polish. 3. If u plan to polish/corŕect then feel surface and clay first... afterall ur going to enhance the surface. Thank U.

[@videomaniac108]

Thanks Pan. I always learn something interesting and useful in watching your videos. I'm especially interested in possibly using these new synthetic clay towels in the future.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@timcollins5985]

I did the compound and polish on my red Fiat spider and it’s very shinny, but when you look closely, it has a milky looking film. I did everything by hand with Maguiers products. I follow all your videos 😎

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Which Meguiar's product did you use? And with which pads? You might need a final jeweling step with a finishing polish to get the crystal clear finish.

[@JoeAndMattsDetailing]

Pam, Brian I love this ceramic coating I’m in California I received my kid and applied it onto a customers car. It’s been two weeks and the car still beating.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🔥

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing! It seems that many in those more sunny conditions had great results overall. California and Arizona included.

[@daffyd5867]

Thanks Pan.... Claying is so easy and makes such a difference to the final result....

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@israelpelayo2375]

Second video I watch, and again, im impressed with your thoroughness! Im hooked!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Israel! How did you discover my channel? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 952,000 subscribers and we have over 127 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@SVL299]

Hi I’m big fan from Saudi Arabia, I have used turtel wax ceramic coating in new car without polishing it and after 4 washes it started to get weak, how can I fix this? ….thx

[@danielpilachowski2424]

Pan: Thank you so much for this educational video.! Several years ago, prior to covid, i use to watch a guy named Scott and when i followed his advice, i scratch the heck out of the paint on one of my older cars. I no longer subscribed to his channel.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

My pleasure Daniel. Glad to know you are enjoying my videos! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@danielpilachowski2424]

Just washing a car is therapeutic for me. Shinning it up correctly is so rewarding. When my wife has a female friend over, it's not unusual that I will just go outside and wash her car. Thanks for this valuable channel. You public speaking is great! Dan from Amherst Massachusetts

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Dan! And I totally understand you! When my girlfriend has family or friends over, I often look at their car, and I usually detail it, or at least a quick wash done well. They are always shocked at the results, which makes me smile.

[@timcorston5508]

Great video, you answered a LOT of my questions and also introduced me to new or at least products I was not aware of.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@piratezippy]

As a mobile detailer in the Uk that does a lot of paint correction or pre show detailing I always use the rule of thumb of 1st time with car claybar regular maintenance of clients cars i ll clay with towel after fallout between 3-6 months dependent on car use. commuter car even 3 months , weekend/old lady driver who just goes to town now and then, 6 months.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 945,000 subscribers and we have over 125 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@piratezippy]

@@PanTheOrganizer I watch you years mate. I was 'detailing' cars before detailing, I used to get cars ready for ford and Vauxhall for there photoshoots for the catalogues, most shot in spain. thats UK/european ones.and spain was dusty as hell so we had to go and prep cars every night for next day and go on the shoots to give wipe downs

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Oh cool thanks for the feedback! And cheers from Canada!

[@piratezippy]

@@PanTheOrganizer www.google.com/maps/uv?pb=!1s0x487453580bb9c8cd%3A0xe425736186a7e99e!3m1!7e131!4s!5sNew%20Park%20Detailing!15sCgIgAQ&hl=en-US&imagekey=!1e10!2sAF1QipNPnPuTOZh2yTixSodsy4fLITQdJSWX7ztk8tLz that is a 928 i prepped for Goodwood Festival of Speed, The car was released in Milan Motor show and came back in a state and Thierry called me as I lived a few miles from goodwood and I had 1 day to get car ready and said, that it needed a proper show prep. He reply when he saw the car was to wish I was in Milan and I am going over to France to finish the cars pre delivery to owners. but i get 4 days instead of 1...lol

[@hahaitsjeff]

Help Pan reach a million subs with his awesome content and experiences with detailing!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the support!! :)

[@vadimyevdokymov7216]

Best video detailer. Thanks, Pan. I always like to see your video.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I appreciate that!

[@rtsmith3921]

Thank Pan for another great video. I have to be extra careful on my new Porsche Carrera T as the clay can get hung up in the factory decal applications. I am sure with the new synthetic clay options this is not an issue.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Correct.

[@brandonnguyen1486]

So at 11:38, all that is needed for iron remover, is simply spray the iron remover and rinse off, then use clay lube and clay the car? If so, can we just spray the car down with car shampoo for slickness, then spray the iron remover on the car, wipe it down with the clay and rinse off?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes. You would: 1) wash the car, then rinse 2) then use the iron remover and let it dwell for the recommended amount of time as per the instructions on the label of the product you are using (NEVER work in direct sunlight, and don't let the iron remover dry on the surface!!) 3) then rinse 4) then clay the vehicle using clay bar, towel or mitt along with a clay lubricant (some like to simply use soapy water, which is ok too) 5) then rinse and dry the car, and continue with the next steps, depending on what you are doing. See how I fully detail vehicles in the videos below, so you can put everything into perspective: RS6 Avant Performance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gma2gmOQfq92oJIsi=mcQiMs9HBLlaqjGK Mercedes S 580: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLCpZmZrNesjKssi=whord2_UEFSg28UW Aston Martin Vantage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXzKkmavj7uHp9E Volvo XC60: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqenc3Wbo82MfKM Tesla Model Y: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naDLnKZurbVohLs Porsche 911 Carrera: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJTOmpysl6ukqZY Audi Q7: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmirdHWJi9OcsK8

[@brandonnguyen1486]

@@PanTheOrganizer awesome thanks Pan! I'll check em out. Great channel

[@Sandis_Abele]

Can you also achieve some decent results by hand and elbowgrease? I don't have a polishing machine and I can't exactly afford one right now, so just curious if going with a hand polish, could some decent results be achievable? A plan in my mind is using a clay towel and then just some hand polishing, curious if that will do a good job or not. Thanks for the continuous work you put into these videos Pan, they are an amazing resource and you've built up an absolutely amazing community here.

[@Jnaszty559]

It would but its going to take a lot of time and sore arms haha.

[@danielpilachowski2424]

great idea, I no longer use a polisher and now use chemincals and synthetic clay bar from Griots, especially since the clear is really thin, and the paint is no longer an oil base. I also use the microfiber towel one time and throw them away, i do not want to risk not washing them properly etc.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Unfortunately, you'll never achieve great results by hand polishing compared to machine polishing, for obvious reasons. And doing it by hand also means you'll need A LOT of elbow grease. Tons of effort for minimal results.

[@projet2907]

Thank you Pan for this fine video - as usual - Have a good winter ❄☺

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks, you too!

[@JORGELOPEZ-ik4fg]

Hi. Really well explained, thank you.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Jorge!

[@karlepeterson8558]

Always love the details ! Thanks for a great video.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! :)

[@rileychoi]

A sad story to share, but you know we all learnt from mistakes and hope this will help this community. Recently my workplace car park is doing reconstruction on the roof, even though the workers blocked some of the spaces, but the “powder/dust/minerals” was still blown through wind and eventually landed on my paint. (My paint is protected by adam’s advanced graphene coating.) I then washed my car within 1 day, unfortunately those contamination cannot be washed off. So I have to clay the car. I use DIY detail rinseless wash to pre-rinse, rinse off with water, re-apply and wash with ultra black sponge. Afterwards, using carpro iron x combined with carpro decon towel, with no pressure at all to decontaminate the whole vehicle. Those contaminations came off in less than 5 passes. Unfortunately when I realise there were some tiny white dots (I believe the roof paint dust) on my decon towel (not inside the waffle cut out, but on the actual black synthetic material), it was too late. Even though I use one side of the towel per panel and rinse it in my rinseless bucket. I still see light love marks on the paint. The only option left for me is to polish all the coating off and re-apply a new coating. I encourage everyone, be patience my friend and do a test spot if you are claying.

[@cranfktubner7677]

Thx for the explanations 👍just to add to it. No clay decontamination on matte paint ! 😅

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yeah no abrasives on matte surfaces!

[@omarstephenson8967]

Congratulations on almost reaching 1mil subscribers 🎉

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Omar!! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@omarstephenson8967]

@@PanTheOrganizer indeed I did!😉

[@richardseem7948]

Amazing episode of Paaannn the Organizer good friend

[@PanTheOrganizer]

😁👍🏻

[@richardseem7948]

Top notch tips and tricks as always good friend

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks 👍

[@colinlee5656]

Hi, I have recently purchased a 13 year old BMW that had a $4500 ceramic coat applied maybe about 5 or so years ago. Arctic white, it seems to have dirt stick to it. How would you recommend bringing back the mirror finish ? I just bought a clay bar & and expensive spray ceramic coat. I currently don’t own a machine polisher. After claying, is there a manual option before any protection coating please ?

[@gnarlyishellagnarly]

I just used a foam canon and then dried with a microfiber cloth and then clayed the car. I haven't waxed or used ceramic coating yet It's been several hours since I'll use the baggie test and see about washing instead and then go straight to the ceramic coating?

[@79blustone]

DIY Detail is a game changer for me, I've watched several videos of their clay towel using their Iron remover as a clay lube to be more efficient in a single step. I have got a fait bit of Carpro ironX to use up so I was wondering if it can be used as a clay towel lube (planning on buying DIY detail iron remover when Carpro runs out).

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes IronX works

[@jeaneebarnes2835]

Another great video Pan!! I have a project that Ive started on a 2014 Audi SQ5. Im an older woman and so far Ive only washed half of my car! The rims are sooo dirty and it has taken me a lot of time to get them clean. I can't wait to finish this stage so I can move on to decontaminating the vehicle. It's so contaminated that the drying blanket actually stuck on parts of the hood. The rest of the car isn't as dramatic. Anyway, I want to experience clay barring. Can I use the DIY perf Decon towel with iron remover as lube in addition (after) claying? I realize this is redundant, but, like I said, I at least want to experience the clay bar. Thanks!!

[@indyrock8148]

This is perfect timing for me 😂. The last week i have just been researching the decon process. Specifically wax removal washes, iron decontamination and clay baring. One thing im still unsure of is the step before iron decon, where road film, old wax and sealant is removed. Whats best used for this? I cannot find many products speciffor this purpose. Water based degreaser?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

See how I fully prep and detail a car here: Mercedes S 580: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLCpZmZrNesjKssi=whord2_UEFSg28UW Aston Martin Vantage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXzKkmavj7uHp9E Volvo XC60: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqenc3Wbo82MfKM Tesla Model Y: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naDLnKZurbVohLs Porsche 911 Carrera: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJTOmpysl6ukqZY Mercedes AMG GT63S matte black: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4abq5pnob2pjrssi=oGxoCp8PWt7gTncV Audi Q7: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmirdHWJi9OcsK8 BMW M6 Gran Coupe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp2maqivgL2mbrM BMW M340i: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6W7mX2Elqtje6c Audi RS3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGWUnnSAm7B3gq8 Golf R: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKOUappqhbx9qc0

[@indyrock8148]

@PanTheOrganizer this is great thanks! 👍. We have a few vehicles under our charge which have been mistreated: 2006 black subaru. My wife wanted it when I first gave it to her in May 20018. Never got washed until last year when I started giving it basic wash and wax treatments but the paint is now extremely dirty. 2008 Toyota only saw contactless carwashes last time 2020. 2012 Mazda never been handwashed, always contact less carwash. All about are very contaminated. For extreme examples about what type of products do you recommend for clean/Decon?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

See my tutorial here for a deep cleaning: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYXEd3iVpZeCd9ksi=lTNmLGvGMfk82cR9

[@indyrock8148]

@PanTheOrganizer Awesome thanks!!!!!!!

[@anomalous9448]

As always, great video. I have no questions.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I appreciate that!

[@alexjerome5429]

Pan is the best. Hands down

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Alex! I appreciate the show of support. :) What's your favourite video on my channel so far?

[@alexjerome5429]

@@PanTheOrganizer you could be a professor & teach a college class brother Pan. I bought a 2020 charger last year, I've been an iron worker for 29 years, put my cars through hell from the steel mills, but really want to protect this one. I have medium deep scratches in my clear coat & I need your advice on how to get em out during my winter prep. That's gonna be my fave new vid from you!!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 945,000 subscribers and we have over 125 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. Did you watch my paint correction tutorial for beginners? Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs

[@thesamsquatch5224]

Excellent video Pan!! I prefer the psd towels they have more versatility and they have no abrasive Have you seen the new cordless Rupes?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I have seen the new cordless Rupes polishers and I'm looking forward to testing them when they are officially released to the public in 2024.

[@thesamsquatch5224]

@@PanTheOrganizer absolutely agreed! I just finished Matt from OG he was stoked for it as well

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yeah I saw that, he was able to hold the prototype in his hands. They still have a few quirks to iron out on the 15mm throw model. It sounds like it's super lightweight. I can't wait to test it!

[@tylercrouch4255]

In reference to the decon syn. towel: if a person uses Rag Company's towel with DIY products, is that safe? Or DIY towel with other products for decontamination?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

TRC towel and DIY Detail towel are both safe and non abrasive, so both should be fine.

[@enricocifiello]

Wonderful video Pan 👍🤩🙏

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@vinciesthetiqueauto]

Hello Pan, une vidéo très intéressante et très complète, je passe toujours la polisseuse après la clay bar pour un meilleur résultat. Et si le temps est compté, je ne préfère pas passer la barre d'argile. Un grand pouce 👏👍🙋

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci mon cher! J’espère que tu vas bien. 👍🏻

[@vinciesthetiqueauto]

@@PanTheOrganizer merci, ça va, j'ai un problème de dent, il m'est difficile de tourner, parce que je zozotte et que ça se voit à la caméra 🫣😂

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Espérons que tu sera guéris bientôt!

[@vinciesthetiqueauto]

@@PanTheOrganizer merci beaucoup Pan 👍🙋

[@bluegrasskid4835]

11:50 Hello Pan, any theory why you would do iron remover before tar remover or just how you have always done it? Also, in what order would you use a spot remover along with iron and tar removal if mineral spots were on the vehicle?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Typically, you would wash the car first. Then you use a tar remover (only if you have tar deposits), and then iron remover. I have all the answers for you in my popular video about chemical decontamination here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZDGqnuwaL2mqbcsi=ujmOHnT_L--SAP79 Also, I highly recommend that you watch my Detailing 101 series for beginners, where I explain different steps like iron removers, clay bar, polishing, protection, etc. It's super simple once you understand the basics, and your car will look and feel 100x better! Part 1: how to properly wash your car: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXzSm2igZ6qma7c Part 2: how to clean wheels and tires: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ7alIGZiL6WiZo Part 3: chemical decontamination (iron and tar removal): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZDGqnuwaL2mqbc Part 4: clay bar: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnObhpSKeL2ogsk Part 5: machine polishing (paint correction): kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs Part 6A: how to wax your car kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYvNmoOZqLV1qKM Part 6B: how to apply a ceramic coating: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaK0iomgraukgZI Part 7: Differences between waxes, paint sealants and coatings: kzbin.info/www/bejne/apbNl4N-ltNmoZY Part 8: How to clean your car’s interior like a pro: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqnCnXuOfb6jgtE

[@oldmanJ]

I have a brand new car which is %99 of the time garaged and regularly washed my question is is once a year claying the car and using an iron remover sufficient to keep the cars paint looking glossy.

[@Il-Cappuccino]

What about stickers? I have a company car with stickers on it. How i can mentain? How i can make water sheet and beat.

[@dandydonslife9869]

Pan, great info, like watching and learning, thanks.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Much appreciated thanks! Merry Christmas!

[@robertgaborko9162]

Just found your channel you helped me alot and explained a lot of questions I had THANKS

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Hi Robert! Thanks for the positive feedback. How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 945,000 subscribers and we have over 125 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@MNpicker]

As always.. awesome stuff Maaan!!👌😎

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks ✌️

[@mattpavelko777]

8:04 how long do the synthetic clay towels last?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

On average a traditional clay bar lasts 8-10 cars depending on how bad the contamination is. A synthetic perforated clay towel can last 40-50+ cars sometimes even more. See my future of clay video here for more details: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXyVYqWIhc1koNksi=etUJCePzuIaw0AUb

[@tonyschornak8052]

I have a senior friend who has asked me to polish his 56’ Pontiac. I am going to do it but winter has set in Michigan and I won’t be getting my garage temp much above 45 degrees. Is it worth doing it at that temperature or should we wait? What is a good temperature to clay bar and polish. I plan to Turtle Wax within the Graphene/Ceramic wax for a finish coat..

[@marcoontingco5370]

Good day sir Pan, i'm hoping for a future video of an updated paint correction, finisher combo (pads and products) as well as for glass. Thank you.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You will see something pretty cool on those topics in December, so stay tuned.

[@scottweinstein4255]

Looking at TRC site, those newer clay towels can't be submerged or washed off, you dispose of them when dirty. Cost wise clar bars are super cheap... Where's the benefit in the towels? They that much better? I do see clay sponges that can be used to wash, too... Are they too rough?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Hi Scott. You'll understand everything in my "future of clay" video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXyVYqWIhc1koNksi=hkX8P73e0mfKy-rG

[@tedjohnson64]

What’s that handheld red light you used @4:24, right after polishing the hood?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

This LED inspection light: bit.ly/3GP59Fo You should watch the full detail video of that Mercedes S580 here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLCpZmZrNesjKssi=sly5LhsGZrCACJHp

[@tedjohnson64]

@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for those details about the LED inspection light, Pan!

[@ddautodetailing]

Excellent as always!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks man!!

[@royyoutube1393]

Bonjour Pan; top video, Apres tes precedentes video j'ai choisi le chiffon === TOP TOP; je l'ai utilise avant de mettre la 'turtle wax paste ceramic+graphene' super resultat .. a present pour un lavage d'appoint je me demande si je doit utiliser le car pro reset ou un shampoing a finition brillant(shine)... encore MERCI et big kiss de FRANCE

[@ericksmelendez3821]

Thank you for your video awesome video keep up the great work and lessons

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Ericks! How did you discover my channel? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@ericksmelendez3821]

@PanTheOrganizer I was browsing on you tube and saw your views I was amazes and I had to see it for my self and I tell you,, you the best teacher on you tube blessings

[@BugE4]

Hello… I bought all Carpro products and was wondering what product would be best to use after a car wash and a bird poos on it. Should it be washed all over or do you recommend a Carpro (or other brand) product to wash off the poo?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I always prefer to wash the car. I wash mine twice weekly. But bird poop should never be left on the surface to bake in the sun, as the acidic contents of the droppings can start etching through the clear coat if left unattended for a long time. So if you can't wash your car that day, at least use a quick detail spray and plush microfiber towel to wipe it off. If you have CarPro products, that would be the Elixir detail spray, or you can use their Ech2O properly diluted as a waterless wash.

[@BugE4]

@@PanTheOrganizer thank you so much! I do have both of those products and eagle edgeless 500… I will use that… thank you soooo much, sir!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

👍🏻

[@devildog7663]

Hey Pan- I have a Subaru Outback wilderness that has a lot of plastic. What iron remover could I use that will not damage the plastics. Thanks.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

As long as you don't work in direct sunlight and don't let iron removers dry on the surface, they won't damage the plastics. My parents have a Subaru Forester with tons of plastic cladding and using an iron remover correctly never stained or damaged the plastics. You wouldn't necessarily spray the plastics directly, but it's normal that some overspray will go on the trim, that's normal.

[@amill1563]

So I'm guessing a Maxed Out M3 Max is on order. Would love an office tour.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

In my office, I use a full 27 inch iMac (I have the latest Intel gen one fully loaded) so I have been waiting on a rumoured new 30 or 32 inch iMac that might be released next year, fingers crossed. It would likely have a M3 Max or Ultra chip, perhaps an M4 by that time.

[@taylorwatson5020]

So I should use a clay towel for ceramic coating maintenance since it won't Marr the paint like a claybar?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You only would do that if you paint actually needs claying, meaning if you feel grit and contamination on the painted surface.

[@munir998]

Thanks for the precious information.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

My pleasure! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@socratespetrakos3593]

Thanks for the info. Very helpful. When should we touch up the chips in the paint? Meaning at which point in the process? I would assume it’s after the polishing stage and before adding the ceramic protection. Or is it at a different point? Also, how do I know if I have to use a different polishing pad? I’ve heard that you can’t do a full vehicle with 1 pad. Thanks

[@nickwarren5800]

@pantheorganizer I also want to know this, can you chime in as I am about to do all this once my new cerakote comes in

[@socratespetrakos3593]

@@nickwarren5800 haha, Im waiting for mine as well and will do it all at once.

[@nickwarren5800]

Really looking forward to this new cerakote so just want to make sure I nail all these steps. Pan is my go to for everything detailing

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You should take care of any paint touch-ups after you are done decontaminating and polishing the paint. After the touch-ups, wait a few days for the paint to cure, then wash the car and do an IPA wipe, and then you can apply the protection of your choice. And yes you have to change pads often when polishing, as spent polish clogs the pores of the pads making them less efficient at correcting. You also have to clean your pads as you go. I cover all this in my super popular paint correction tutorial for beginners here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs

[@dthomson409]

Hey Pan! I’m planning on giving my car a a really good correction and reapplication of the ceramic coating. I’m sure you know that lots of your viewers, myself included simply don’t have the time to put 20 hours of detailing into a weekend around work, family and life in general. I was planning on tackling this bit by bit over a few weeks, so a decontamination wash and clay to start and I’ll try and allow time to polish and then coat perhaps a quarter to a third of the car, then week by week another wash and more of the correction jobs until the whole thing is done. I’m using scholl s20 where needed but mostly a primer polish carpro essence before coating with Gyeon can coat. I’ll be on the lookout for any contaminants that build up on areas yet to be polished and coated week by week, and treat as needed, but can you anticipate any other issues of doing it this way? Thanks!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I wouldn't recommend proceeding like that, at all. If you don't want to do everything the same day, that's fine. But if you are to separate the project in multiple days, do them in sequence. Day 1: Wash with a decon soap, then iron remover, then claybar. Day 2: Wash the car, dry it. Then do the machine polishing steps needed. At the end of polishing, do an IPA wipe or use a paint prep spray to remove polishing oils. After this day, don't go too long before you apply the paint protection, as your clear coat is exposed to the elements. Day 3: Wash the car, dry it. Do another round of paint prep spray or IPA solution to wipe the paint and get it ready for the coating. And apply the ceramic coating on the entire vehicle. It's crucial to apply the coating to the entire vehicle the same day, as you shouldn't wash a freshly coated car for the first 7-14 days after application.

[@super8mate]

I have the same time issue. I was thinking of doing the car in sections. All the way from decon wash to ceramic coat. Maybe 1/4 of the car each weekend.

[@chefboyar-zee]

Hey Pan! On a related note, any plans to review AMMO NYC's new polishing kit? Just got it recently as my first polisher and wanted to hear your thoughts on it!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

If I get enough viewer requests for it, I'll look into ti.

[@TheSprinterVan]

Dropping the knowledge 💣 bombs AGAIN! Thank you

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Hehe thanks man!

[@saroashliaqat1393]

Hi, I did the mistake of putting my newly painted hood in rain and the salts from rain left white/salt marks on hood. Will clay be helpful removing these. If not do you recommend anything?

[@josephhaffner1213]

Best video i have watched,Thanks Pan. i just used a clay mitt and then put on a sealant, paint was in very good shape. I was wanting to know how to care for car after putting sealant on, after washing should you spray on a QD. Should you avoid spraying on a polish after washing.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes after washing and rinsing, when it’s time to dry the paint with your microfiber drying towel, always use a quick detail spray or drying aid. That will act as a lubricant preventing marring during the drying stage, all while boosting gloss and slickness. I have a video on my favourite drying aids here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIC3f5iaZZmrj6csi=3YFDKaTkswvfecI6 You can see how I wash my car here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmHQpKSbpN93eLcsi=PIMrhQVpzVb7p1Ty

[@josephhaffner1213]

Thank You very much, you helped me out very much.@@PanTheOrganizer

[@AG27378]

Pan, what is normal waiting time to do each activity in washing , claying, and waxing?

[@AliM99-4k]

Hey Pan, great video as always. One thing I've always heard about polishing is that it removes the factory clear coat. Just by the nature of what you achieve (removing scratches, restoring shine of paint) I'm assuming some clear coat is removed to reveal a shiny surface after polished. Is this something that we should be worried about, and how often should we polish?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

That is correct. Machine polishing (also known as paint correction) is mechanical abrasion from the pad, and chemical abrasion from the polishing compound liquid (that contains abrasives) that will level the paint, remove defects (swirls, scratches and oxidation) to reveal a glossy surface, free of defects, and has better clarity and depth to the finish. So yes you are removing a thin layer of clear coat each time you polish, especially if you start with a heavier cutting compound. Just using a light finishing polish doesn't remove as much clear coat (but won't correct as much). On a new car, with paint that hasn't been damaged over time, there is no real worries about over-polishing, as you wouldn't polish your paint many times each year. Safe washing and drying methods should allow you to go over a year or two without polishing. How many times you can polish paint is unknown as each paint is different in the type of clear coat (soft, medium, hard) and how thick the paint is. Each car manufacturer uses different paints, and different overall thicknesses. Modern paints are usually three layers: primer, base coat (that's the color) and clear coat (the transparent glossy top layer). For more details on paint correction, I highly recommend that you watch my paint correction tutorial for beginners here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs You'll understand everything once you watch it.

[@chelsabailey1018]

Hi Pan. I wash my car once a week, but for work, I have to travel on a lot of dusty/gravel roads. As a result, each day, my car has a light coating of dust on it. My car has the TW Graphene Flex Wax on it. Should I rinse my car off daily or wait until it's washed to get the dust off? Please advise.

[@barneychamorro]

Hi Pan, we need a video on polishing glass. What pads? What polish? Removing hard water stains, 0000 steel wool?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Did you search for "Glass polishing tutorial Pan The Organizer" in the KZbin search bar? You would have easily found my video on the topic ;) Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r37MZoOqrtaIf5osi=dDaNne_0VD2Nqo5o I hope this helps!

[@barneychamorro]

@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks again!!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

👍🏻

[@abdulbeany1894]

Hi can the foam pads be used as hand applicators . Can i use the pads by hand or are they for machine only thanks

[@PanTheOrganizer]

They are too big for use by hand. You'd need a smaller pad. But keep in mind that polishing by hand will never achieve the same results as machine polishing for obvious reasons. Doing it by hand is a lot of elbow grease and effort, for minimal improvements. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 140 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@abdulbeany1894]

@@PanTheOrganizer thank you very much I was thinking if I can get a small polish pad what you use on the machine and use it by hand I only need to take few minor scratches and swirls out of driver side door only thanks

[@arcmode]

So if the surface is smooth how can I know if the car has coating or not? I just got a used car and don’t know if I should polish and apply the ceramic wax I just got

[@PanTheOrganizer]

If you wash the car and it beads water like crazy and you see the protection lasts more than a few months, most likely it’s a ceramic coating. If you wash the car and it doesn’t really bead water and the water is slow to sheet off, most likely there is no protection. If you machine polish the surface, you’ll start fresh as that would remove any previous protection. Then you apply what ever protection you want.

[@arcmode]

@@PanTheOrganizer thank you for the thorough explanation! I appreciate it. You got a new subscriber.

[@paulpaul9815]

Question, what if the polish cures after 24-48 hrs, do I still use ipa and ceramic coat right away or should I wait a day or 2 before ipa and ceramic coating

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Paint correction (machine polishing) doesn't leave any protection. It just corrects defects, removing swirls and scratches and oxidation, and improves gloss. There is no curing time after machine polishing. You can immediately move to doing the panel prep spray (IPA wipe) and then apply the ceramic coating. See my ceramic coating tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaK0iomgraukgZI

[@paulpaul9815]

@ cuz bottle says wait 24 hrs before coating a 2nd layer or other coats but getting conflicting responses

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I'm confused about what you are asking here. What specific product did you purchase? Did you reach out to the brand to get clarifications if you feel their instructions aren't clear?

[@paulpaul9815]

@@PanTheOrganizer I ended up doing as you said wiping off right away cuz I think alot of people say that as well.

[@paulpaul9815]

@@PanTheOrganizer I ended up polishing 2 cars already and they came out rly good hahah

[@tyronemorina4306]

Thanks again for your experience in detailing I learn alot. Nosale 🙏🏾

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@Riverguide33]

Nice recap, Pan. 👍 How do you care for used clay towels and scrubbers?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! Maintenance is pretty simple, as I spoke about in my future of clay video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXyVYqWIhc1koNksi=dE2DoPQxHBx4Aahu

[@88omarz]

I want to apply ppf and ceramic coat to my car. What kit for polish would be good for a beginner for our new car ?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

If you are having your car wrapped in PPF, the installers usually polish the paint beforehand.

[@88omarz]

@@PanTheOrganizer am going to do it myself. Well I want to

[@mesposito1625]

Hi Pan, I was hoping I could ask a quick question. I had my white car ceramic coated last year. After a year in the Florida sun the hood has some water spots, what looks like some bug residue, and just doesn’t look great if you look at the right angle. The detailer is saying next time he’ll clay the hood, and if that doesn’t work, then try polishing it. Am I correct in saying both of those can damage the coating? And if so, what could be done to fix the hood? He used shine supply beadlock pro in case that matters. Thanks!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You are absolutely correct in thinking that. Traditional clay bars are abrasive and can damage the coating. If he meant to use a synthetic perforated decontamination towel (synthetic clay) that's ok on a coated vehicle. That's not abrasive. And for sure, machine polishing a coating is what removes a coating. You're mechanically abrading the surface with the polishing compound and pad. That is designed to remove ceramic coatings. Unless he meant using a primer polish that can correct minor defects on coatings, like CarPro Essence+ (not the regular Essence). So hopefully your detailer knows what he's doing, and he understands these things. Sometimes coatings are just "clogged" by mineral buildup, water spots and limescale. So you need to chemically decontaminate them with a high pH snow foam on the pre-wash (to remove road film), and acidic pH soap for the hand wash (to remove minerals and limescale). That usually rejuvenates a coating and restores the properties assuming the coating is still in good shape. See my ultimate spring deep cleaning tutorial for all the details: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYXEd3iVpZeCd9ksi=U_bhV1RjphcIQhZ6

[@mesposito1625]

Awesome, thanks Pan for all the info!!

[@lakeville1853]

Good evening I have a 2011 Subaru Impreza with 163k Trying to detail to post pictures to sell car. Paint is dull and has spots of imbedded tree sap. I own a pressure washer, and follow your channel I would like to decontaminate with clay or clay like cloth than use a power polisher what product do I use with the electric polisher before applying a wax protective coat

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. See how I fully detail cars in videos below: Audi RS6 Avant Performance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gma2gmOQfq92oJIsi=mcQiMs9HBLlaqjGK Mercedes S 580: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLCpZmZrNesjKssi=whord2_UEFSg28UW Aston Martin Vantage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXzKkmavj7uHp9E Volvo XC60: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqenc3Wbo82MfKM Tesla Model Y: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naDLnKZurbVohLs Porsche 911 Carrera: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJTOmpysl6ukqZY Audi Q7: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmirdHWJi9OcsK8

[@kevinc9416]

Can you recommend a polisher machine in the 150 range and speed needed?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Here's my video on affordable polishers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqezdJ55pr14p5Isi=Ji__vAFrrV7S3W_X

[@pinoscoccia4997]

Ciao Pan, grazie per questo video. Volevo chiedere perché the rag company the ultra clay scrubber bisogna, come prima volta, usarla sul vetro?

[@Akaya3511]

Would you mind testing 2 products for me. I trust all your testing and would love to know what you think. Magic Shield graphene coating. This is like a ceramic coating. Small bottole and you apply like a ceramic They also have a ceramic graphene spray. Super easy to ise. Thibk of turtle wax seal and shine. They are a great price. And insanly easy to apply and buff off. Please let me know

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I never heard of that company, and I have no interest from my viewers for it (except you), so I doubt I will test their products.

[@P4SDetails]

This is a good one to cover for sure.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@clydeespinosa6286]

Thanks pan you really appreciate your channel

[@PanTheOrganizer]

My pleasure! How did you discover my channel Clyde? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 945,000 subscribers and we have over 125 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@rkao7485]

Question, do you detail interior first before you work on exterior? Thanks!! Loving your channel’

[@JohnnyReno71]

So if polishing removes clear coat how many times can you do it before the paint is shot?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Impossible to say as no two paints are equal thickness, and no two people polish the same way. That's why we use paint depth gauges to know how much material we are working with. But as a general rule of thumb, assuming you got your vehicle brand new and it wasn't repainted or hasn't been in a collision requiring body work, you can safely polish your car once a year for many years before starting to worry. If you need to compound first, and then polish, at least three times in a few years is usually ok. But once polished and protected, you shouldn't need to polish your vehicle for a few years if you use safe washing and drying methods. I polished my new 911 Turbo S when it was brand new when we applied the ceramic coating. It has been 3 years now, I wash it twice weekly, and the paint is still flawless.

[@karlf2378]

Good morning Pan! I have watched a few videos on other channels where they are using an approved iron remover as a clay lube and synthetic clay towel. That seems risky to me, what are your thoughts.? Also would “you” always use a clay lube? I know you said you can use rinse-less, just looking to use what the pro uses. I currently use a clay lube, just wondering. Thanks for all the content Pan, keep it up!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes the technique works well as long as you use the proper iron remover and proper decon towel. Not all iron removers can be used as clay lubricants (you need iron removers free of solvents) and not all decon towels can be used (you need synthetic perforated decontamination towels that aren't abrasive). Here are two iron removers I know work super well as clay lubricants if you want to save time and combine the iron removal step with the clay step: thehouseofrags.com/collections/pans-picks/products/pans-picks-diy-detail-iron-remover thehouseofrags.com/collections/pans-picks/products/pans-picks-detail-co-age-of-iron-iron-remover-clay-lubricant Here is a good synthetic perforated decontamination towel that will do the job: thehouseofrags.com/collections/pans-picks/products/pans-picks-diy-detail-fine-grade-clay-towel I show this method in a few recent videos where I detail complete vehicles: Audi RS6 Avant Performance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gma2gmOQfq92oJIsi=mcQiMs9HBLlaqjGK Mercedes AMG GT 63 Coupe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anzdn6WdaL9mZ9E Mercedes S 580: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLCpZmZrNesjKssi=whord2_UEFSg28UW Tesla Model 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4eagoqtrtqDgpY Alternatively, when claying a vehicle without using an iron remover, you can use many things as a clay lubricant: 1) a dedicated clay lube 2) a rinseless wash solution 3) a car shampoo (soapy water like you use to wash your car) As long as you have good lubrication on the surface that's key. Use ample lubrication while claying.

[@Siniko-1R]

Can I use car soap as lubricant for my clay bar or clay mitt? Or should I use a specific lubricant ?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes you can. Many do that. I personally prefer dedicated clay lubes though.

[@Gumshoe88]

Pan-have you done a video on the different types of clay devices and rated them?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXyVYqWIhc1koNksi=LAmmVno57xyqTNPC

[@tazatwal7761]

Hi pan what you spraying to apply clay bar on car..? What product is recommend to use with clay bar thanks

[@PanTheOrganizer]

This is my favourite clay lubricant: amzn.to/3QQb0AO You dilute it 1:10

[@ulyssescaballero3115]

Is there a difference between paint correcting and polishing? If so, am I able to use the same machine just different pads for either polishing and correcting?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Paint correction, polishing, machine polishing, some even call it "buffing", etc It's all the same, just a different way of saying it. See my paint correction tutorial for beginners here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs

[@albertcarr574]

What if you are a beginner to using clay and you have no experience with a polisher? Thank you.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I highly recommend that you watch my paint correction tutorial for beginners here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs Once you get the basics, it's not difficult at all.

[@joepresti5287]

Hi, Your videos are an excellent source for detailing information. I have a 2022 Black Porsche and purchased The Rag Company - Ultra Clay Decontamination Mitt along with their lube.The car was washed and I sprayed a small section with lube, lightly used the clay mitt in a vertical motion with a good amount of lube. The mitt left light vertical scratches in the clear coat!? I thought that The Rag Company - Ultra Clay Decontamination Mitt would not scratch? Any suggestion(s) on how to avoid this issue? I didn't want to buff after claying. Respectfully Jay

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You always have to test on an inconspicuous area first. Black paint, as you know, is very unforgiving. I could never buy a black vehicle, my OCD would constantly be triggered hehe. I don't know about the TRC lube. Or exactly how you did things. Did you first wash the car, and then iron remover, and then clay? You will have to reach out to them, as they are better suited to help their customers troubleshoot on things of that nature.

[@joepresti5287]

In Austin Texas its easy to keep a black car looking perfect. I did first wash the car, and then iron remover, and then clay in an inconspicuous area. I'll contact the Rag Company and share with you their response. Regards jay@@PanTheOrganizer

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Ok sounds good. Keep me posted. I'm also curious.

[@joepresti5287]

Received this quick reply from The Rag Company Customer Care: Hello Jay! Thank you for contacting The Rag Company. I understand that you have some questions regarding our Ultra Clay Mitt, and I would be happy to answer them for us! One thing to note with any of our Ultra Clay products, is that you want to break in your brand new clay media on a glass surface, before moving to the paintwork. To do this, simply spray a generous amount of clay lubricant onto the clay, as well as the glass, and begin working in the clay tool to remove any excess material that may be left from the manufacturing process. Once you have honed your clay, you will be totally okay to begin your clay decontamination process. Something I like to recommend to customers, is that there is no such thing as too much clay lube, so feel free to keep generously adding more while doing your clay decon. Also, you do not need to apply a lot of pressure when doing your clay decon, simply guide the tool with your hand, and let the clay do all of the work for you! I hope I was able to answer your questions today Jay! Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. -Lucas - Customer Care Team The Rag Company Outstanding service and my error appears to be not seasoning the clay mitt on the windshield! Now what product and foam pad should be used to remove the light scratches on the clear coat? @@PanTheOrganizer

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes always break-in new clay media on glass before the first use. A Rupes yellow foam pad and Rupes yellow polish will likely remove the marring you have. No heavy compounding needed. This polish: bit.ly/49COjaL This pad: bit.ly/3QcQSIU