medium grade versus fine grade clay

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Old 08-03-2007, 11:51 AM
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medium grade versus fine grade clay

Just a quick noob question here.

Would you use the fine grade after the medium grade, or is one treatment sufficient?

I didn't get to detail either car last year due to house selling/buying/moving and living in a hotel for 4 months, and they spent most of the last two years outdoors. Would I use the fine grade or the medium grade clay?

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Old 08-03-2007, 12:06 PM
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A Med grade will outperform a fine grade. But it may also leave more marring then expected. Start with a light grade. If your exposed to "serious elements" within that last two years, consider a med grade. But start with the light grade. Im sure you will be content.
Has the vehicle ever been clayed?
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Yes, the cars have been clayed before, it is something I try to do at least every spring.
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Are you going to polish by PC afterwards anyway? If so, just correct any marring from the Medium Clay with the polishing.
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Probably won't use a PC, as I do everything by hand. I haven't sprung for a polisher yet.
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