Anybody tried "Ice liquid Clay Bar"

[maneval69]

I saw this in Autozone today. Turtle Wax site (http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,1,4)
http://www.turtlewax.com/img/products/pop_2_1_1_4_1.jpg
I was just wondering if anyone had tried it.

[grinner]

I was tempted the other day. Went with the regular old clay bar instead. I'm sure it works pretty good but I can't see how it would remove the stubborn cooked on contaminants the bar removes. It was almost as expensive as the real kit so I went with old faithful.

[STAGE 3 R/T]

I seen that yesterday at wall mart, was tempted to buy it but....... like grinner said i will stick with my old faithful clay bar!

[BuckeyeRT]

I seen that yesterday at wall mart, was tempted to buy it but....... like grinner said i will stick with my old faithful clay bar!

I think that is a good call:thumbs_u:

[70GT6]

A "liquid" clay bar? sounds like a standard paint cleaner - I will stick with the real bar also.

[maneval69]

A "liquid" clay bar? sounds like a standard paint cleaner - I will stick with the real bar also.
I wondered how much of the product description was hype.
Turtle Wax® ICE™ Liquid Clay Bar is a revolutionary new way to deep clean and restore your car's finish in a fraction of the time it takes with traditional clay bars. A unique triple layer formula consists of a scratch & swirl remover, cleaning agents and an exfoliant that work together to provide outstanding cleaning capabilities.
I just like the term exfoliant.
Exfoliant
Definition: a cosmetic product or ingredient intended to remove dead skin cells and dirt from the skin surface.:wax:

[grinner]

oh thats nothin
you should see some of the "drink responsibly" ads I make for the brewery.
Thats lkike a crack dealer with a just say no t-shirt.

[HemiDreamin']

I wondered how much of the product description was hype.

I just like the term exfoliant.
Exfoliant
Definition: a cosmetic product or ingredient intended to remove dead skin cells and dirt from the skin surface.:wax:
That's just hilarious! I think I'll buy some for Mrs. HemiDreamin' to use in the shower! And how much easier and quicker can it be than using the real thing? The clay bar stage of my detailing adventure today was about the easiest of them all.

[VanWilson]

Hi all. So what is a clay bar and how & when is it used?
Thanks :blam:

[grinner]

you buy it at your auto parts store. It's an actaul piece of kneadable clay. Used with detailing spray, it removed everything on your paint. If you can feel it or hear it when ya run yer hand accross it, it'll go away. The contaminants on the paint adhere to the clay. It's the clay that pulls it off, hence our thinking the liquid is an overpriced liquid wax.

[smoove7410]

you buy it at your auto parts store. It's an actaul piece of kneadable clay. Used with detailing spray, it removed everything on your paint. If you can feel it or hear it when ya run yer hand accross it, it'll go away. The contaminants on the paint adhere to the clay. It's the clay that pulls it off, hence our thinking the liquid is an overpriced liquid wax.
So, do you only clay certain areas, or do you clay the whole vehicle? Any preferences on the detailing spray? thanks

[OoTLink]

I think I said this somewhere else but that stuff is like Armor All, most people say to stay away from anything turtlewax lol. But then I heard that the ICE wax is actually good *shrug*

And today a friend was telling me about this foam spray system where you just spray this foam soap on the car and rinse it off. I WISH! I spent like 2 hours washing the car sometimes JUST washing and drying not waxing or any of that.

I got some mother's clay. Will try it tomorrow probably but given how long it takes to clean the car I have a feeling it'll take DAYS to clay it :(

[Junior]

So, do you only clay certain areas, or do you clay the whole vehicle? Any preferences on the detailing spray? thanks

I'll jump in - you should claybar the entirety of the painted surfaces (you can use it on the glass, too, if you have bad water spots or something, otherwise there's no reason to). The detailer doesn't matter too much as far as the claybar goes - it's just there to act as a lube, so the claybar doesn't drag or stick. I like the Meguiar's quick detailer for claybarring, and it's also a great quick detailer, as it turns out! I use Zaino stuff mostly, but their sprays are too thick for quick detailing and claybarring...

You don't have to claybar often; some say once a year, others say more often - but you shouldn't claybar unless you can immediately follow with a coat of protectant (wax or Zaino or whatever). Hope that helps.


Also, back to the original post - I think any of these things that are "an easier version" of something else (liquid claybar or no-touch foam) are usually nonsense. It always takes elbow to do these things right...

[smoove7410]

I'll jump in - you should claybar the entirety of the painted surfaces (you can use it on the glass, too, if you have bad water spots or something, otherwise there's no reason to). The detailer doesn't matter too much as far as the claybar goes - it's just there to act as a lube, so the claybar doesn't drag or stick. I like the Meguiar's quick detailer for claybarring, and it's also a great quick detailer, as it turns out! I use Zaino stuff mostly, but their sprays are too thick for quick detailing and claybarring...

You don't have to claybar often; some say once a year, others say more often - but you shouldn't claybar unless you can immediately follow with a coat of protectant (wax or Zaino or whatever). Hope that helps.


Also, back to the original post - I think any of these things that are "an easier version" of something else (liquid claybar or no-touch foam) are usually nonsense. It always takes elbow to do these things right...
Thanks for the info. I will give it a try.:beerchug:

[XKWIZIT]

I would be careful buying detail items from local stores.... in most cases, they are wannabes and will do damage to your paint.:doh:

[OoTLink]

That's complete nonsense XK :) You don't need to buy stuff online to get good stuff.

[XKWIZIT]

That's complete nonsense XK :) You don't need to buy stuff online to get good stuff.

I didnt say you had to buy it online... I said that most of the stuff stocked on local store shelves is "wannabe"!
Do you think professional detailers go to Walmart or Zellers for their products? NOT! :doh:
Also, I have nothing against Meguires either, as my husband swears by it...and we even use it at work.:wink:

[STAGE 3 R/T]

I didnt say you had to buy it online... I said that most of the stuff stocked on local store shelves is "wannabe"!
Do you think professional detailers go to Walmart or Zellers for their products? NOT! :doh:
Also, I have nothing against Meguires either, as my husband swears by it...and we even use it at work.:wink:


:popcorn:

[XKWIZIT]

:popcorn:

yah, you keep watching this Kevin...:wax::latchon::wax:

[STAGE 3 R/T]

yah, you keep watching this Kevin...:wax::latchon::wax:

no comment! PM sent! Lol

[grinner]

I've had fine luck with Mother's kit. It's less than 20 bucks and comes complete with spray, clay and a wax for afterwards. This should be done at least quarterly if you show your car. Once a year otherwise.

[STAGE 3 R/T]

I've had fine luck with Mother's kit. It's less than 20 bucks and comes complete with spray, clay and a wax for afterwards. This should be done at least quarterly if you show your car. Once a year otherwise.


i use that kit about 4-5 times a year. one of my secrets to keeping my car so clean!!! i guess i have to living here in hawaii...

[BuckeyeRT]

I would be careful buying detail items from local stores.... in most cases, they are wannabes and will do damage to your paint.:doh:

I think that can be true with anything for your cars paint (bought at the store, online, wherever) Knowledge is power for sure. Their are some great forums out there to read what works for others and how to use it successfully.My Fav's are:
http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/
http://forums.roadfly.com/forums/detailing/
read up!:beerchug:
Find something you like and use the heck out of it.

[XKWIZIT]

I do read them... including Autopia... and everyone says something different...about each product , like in this thread...so I just keep waiting to see what happens in the end... no biggy!
but thanks for the other links... gotta love this forum!:beerchug:

[BuckeyeRT]

I do read them... including Autopia... and everyone says something different...about each product , like in this thread...so I just keep waiting to see what happens in the end... no biggy!
but thanks for the other links... gotta love this forum!:beerchug:

Sorry for the confusion, the links were for reading about how to apply the products and proper system of application and removal and maintenance. I think you will find many similarities there.