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Rmkuper · 12-02-2020, 01:49 PM

Anyone used this before? A friend gave me one but I'm kinda scared to use it.

Griot's Garage Brilliant Finish Synthetic Clay

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072HHT8NF..._S9-XFbVYJGEQQ

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CCMADONNA · 12-02-2020, 02:15 PM

how is it different from a clay towel?
we've been using clay towels for 6-7 yrs now, they're much easier than a clay bar - if this is the same, go for it.

Joe M 2012 2SS · 12-02-2020, 02:41 PM

The difference vs. clay is it needs no kneading, to clean it you rinse with warm water. Instead of being able to see contaminates on it, you will feel them, until it runs smooth.
Unlike clay, this does not require pressure to use, but it does require more lubrication.
ONR or Ultima Waterless Wash Plus concentrate are your best deals for lube.

As with any "synthetic clay" product, do not use in temperatures below 50*F.

15RS2NV · 12-02-2020, 08:56 PM

I've used clay bars quite a bit over the years on may of my vehicles. Most recently before I did a 2-step paint correction. I like being able to see the contaminants I've removed in addition to feeling how smooth it is before I start buffing.

CAMARO_HEAVEN · 12-03-2020, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmkuper

Anyone used this before? A friend gave me one but I'm kinda scared to use it.

Griot's Garage Brilliant Finish Synthetic Clay

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072HHT8NF..._S9-XFbVYJGEQQ

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I've used this on my wifes Camaro, Moms Sonic, my Avalanche,
Works great but like mentioned use plenty of speed shine while using to keep lubricated.

CCMADONNA · 12-03-2020, 02:23 PM

Like Joe mentioned, use lots of ONR!!!

supersnake05 · 12-03-2020, 05:08 PM

I use the regular clay bar. Got it for free. This is my first white car and the crap in the paint by the gills and the trunk is an everyday chore.

Cheap Guy · 12-03-2020, 06:49 PM

I’ve used both. For some reason it felt like the bar was doing a better job but I’m also the kind of guy who still likes paste wax.

Quicksilver-SS · 12-03-2020, 06:55 PM

I used the Mothers 2.0 and was really happy with the results.

https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai=...BAgNEEA&adurl=

joekono · 12-03-2020, 07:14 PM

Wow, this is pretty scary. Didn't know we had to worry about this s$%t now.

Silveradoss573 · 12-03-2020, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilver-SS

I used the Mothers 2.0 and was really happy with the results.

https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai=...BAgNEEA&adurl=

Same here

Quicksilver-SS · 12-04-2020, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by joekono

Wow, this is pretty scary. Didn't know we had to worry about this s$%t now.

Thanks for the heads up. I got the real deal...

Rmkuper · 12-22-2020, 05:30 PM

Finally got around to using it. My openion i like the bar better for these reasons.

1) I can see the contaminants coming off
2) I know when its clean and when its dirty
3) I I drop it i toss it
4) Easier to get into weird places.

As far as results about the same. I feel like the synthetic got the job done quicker. But when I went over it with clay bar for the last time I found a very small amount of contaminant on the clay still.

Both pretty good!

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SOLUKY · 12-24-2020, 11:47 AM

I used clay bar on my daily driver Lincoln MKZ, that sits outside so the Camaro 2SS doesn't have to. MKZ is 6 yrs old and first time it's been clAYED, BUT i HAD USED DETAILER ON IT MAFTER EVERY WASH.

Awesome results!

12-02-2020, 01:49 PM	#1
Rmkuper Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Newburgh Posts: 164	Clay Bar Anyone used this before? A friend gave me one but I'm kinda scared to use it. Griot's Garage Brilliant Finish Synthetic Clay https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072HHT8NF..._S9-XFbVYJGEQQ Sent from my SM-F916U using Tapatalk

12-02-2020, 02:15 PM	#2
CCMADONNA Drives: 2014 SW 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,681 View My Garage	how is it different from a clay towel? we've been using clay towels for 6-7 yrs now, they're much easier than a clay bar - if this is the same, go for it. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS VERT L99 SUMMIT WHITE AIRAID CAI BORLA ATAK CAT-BACK EXHAUST ELITE ENGINEERING CATCH-CAN RANGE AFM-DELETE MODULE HUPER OPTIK 40 CHROME PEDALS PREMIUM FLOOR MATS PREMIUM CARGO MAT DEDICATED 32GB iPHONE HD[/I][/B][IMG][/IMG]

12-02-2020, 02:41 PM	#3
Joe M 2012 2SS Drives: 2012 2SS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Shelby NC Posts: 2,549 View My Garage	The difference vs. clay is it needs no kneading, to clean it you rinse with warm water. Instead of being able to see contaminates on it, you will feel them, until it runs smooth. Unlike clay, this does not require pressure to use, but it does require more lubrication. ONR or Ultima Waterless Wash Plus concentrate are your best deals for lube. As with any "synthetic clay" product, do not use in temperatures below 50F. __________________ Roto-Fab intake, SW 1 7/8" LT w/hi flow cats, Flowmaster outlaw exhaust, UDP, 160 stat, Circle D 3200, Moroso catch can, TCI line lock, Zex Nitrous 125 shot, 3.91 gear, Eaton True-trac, DSS 1000hp axles.

12-02-2020, 08:56 PM	#4
15RS2NV Ponies are for girls Drives: 2015 RS LFX Red Hot A6 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Southern AZ Posts: 315 View My Garage	I've used clay bars quite a bit over the years on may of my vehicles. Most recently before I did a 2-step paint correction. I like being able to see the contaminants I've removed in addition to feeling how smooth it is before I start buffing. __________________ H&R 1.8/1.7” drop, Overkill 80mm + intake ported by AFS, 1" insulator MACE, Accel Super Coils, THR cai, JET MAF sensor, Hurst shifter handle, GPP strut tower brace, CI ice cube tray hood vents (functional) @SemperFiCamaro

12-03-2020, 02:23 PM	#6
CCMADONNA Drives: 2014 SW 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,681 View My Garage	Like Joe mentioned, use lots of ONR!!! __________________ 2014 2SS/RS VERT L99 SUMMIT WHITE AIRAID CAI BORLA ATAK CAT-BACK EXHAUST ELITE ENGINEERING CATCH-CAN RANGE AFM-DELETE MODULE HUPER OPTIK 40 CHROME PEDALS PREMIUM FLOOR MATS PREMIUM CARGO MAT DEDICATED 32GB iPHONE HD[/I][/B][IMG][/IMG]

12-03-2020, 05:08 PM	#7
supersnake05 Drives: 2015 Camaro SS 1LE, 2014 Chevy SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida Posts: 97	I use the regular clay bar. Got it for free. This is my first white car and the crap in the paint by the gills and the trunk is an everyday chore.

12-03-2020, 06:49 PM	#8
Cheap Guy Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Southeast Michigan Posts: 679	I’ve used both. For some reason it felt like the bar was doing a better job but I’m also the kind of guy who still likes paste wax. __________________ My Little Mid-Life Crisis Cure! First - 1997 Camaro 3800 Y87, M5, Green - Gone \| Second - 1997 LT1 Z28, M6, Silver - Sold \| Third - 1999 LS1 Z28, M6, Pewter, Almost Stock! - Sold Current - 2011 Camaro SS, M6, black, 1LE suspension parts - Current

12-03-2020, 06:55 PM	#9
Quicksilver-SS Drives: 2014 1SS / RS M6 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Zebulon, NC Posts: 602	I used the Mothers 2.0 and was really happy with the results. https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai=...BAgNEEA&adurl=

12-03-2020, 07:14 PM	#10
joekono Drives: Camaro Convertible 2014 1LT Join Date: May 2019 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,013 View My Garage	Wow, this is pretty scary. Didn't know we had to worry about this s$%t now. Attached Images __________________

12-22-2020, 05:30 PM	#13
Rmkuper Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Newburgh Posts: 164	Finally got around to using it. My openion i like the bar better for these reasons. 1) I can see the contaminants coming off 2) I know when its clean and when its dirty 3) I I drop it i toss it 4) Easier to get into weird places. As far as results about the same. I feel like the synthetic got the job done quicker. But when I went over it with clay bar for the last time I found a very small amount of contaminant on the clay still. Both pretty good! Sent from my SM-F916U using Tapatalk

12-24-2020, 11:47 AM	#14
SOLUKY Drives: Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 54 View My Garage	I used clay bar on my daily driver Lincoln MKZ, that sits outside so the Camaro 2SS doesn't have to. MKZ is 6 yrs old and first time it's been clAYED, BUT i HAD USED DETAILER ON IT MAFTER EVERY WASH. Awesome results!