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When do i toss my claybar?

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Old 08-19-2002, 04:20 PM
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It's dirty after doing about 3 or 4 cars... is it time to toss it?
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Use it once, and only once.

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i agree with Chroot Once and only once or you'll get scratches
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Well Meguiars says to toss their's after 3 uses. I usually do 2 cars in one day and then toss it.
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i use Zaino and they are small so that's why i said once..
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by turbo_pwr
[B]Well Meguiars says to toss their's after 3 uses.
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Usually just once -- then you put wax on top and seal the paint. If you decide to change wax systems, or if you have noticable tiny gunk stuck on the paint after a long time, I'd use another claybar.

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i cut my bar into 4ths and use each piece one time
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Originally posted by sumir brahmbhatt
i cut my bar into 4ths and use each piece one time
great idea just in case you drop it.. (toss the bar if it hits the ground)
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I agree, that is an interesting suggestion/idea sumir. krazybartender, I think it depends on how often you wash your car. I tend to use the clay bar once a year.


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