Nope, I'm not to keen on this either. Needs a polish included, one with SIO2 cause polishing after using this kit will more than likely remove any SIO2 the detailed left.
Almost, looking through the eyes of the retail DYIer, yes. In a realtively safe manner is getting that person to better maintain his clear coat. I agree with other's this kit should contain a hand polish, or maybe a SiO2 cleaner wax. Meg's next step would be to bring yo market a really nice sub $100 DA. The largest expense in detailing are the liquids and pads. So get the DYIer hooked, this product could be the gateway drug for the DYIer, with the addition of a hand polish, and Meg's adding a quality entry level DA polisher to thier retail line. A step in the right direction.
Your camera work is just fine. 👍 Some UA-camrs that I otherwise really like and respect have turned their videos into Hollywood-like productions with fancy transitions, effects and annoying electronic muzak, making their content almost more about filmography than car detailing. Keep it up just the way you're doing; if I want to learn about advanced video production I'm sure there are plenty of channels catering to that.
The ceramic label is quickly getting ridiculous. Everyone is slapping it on every new product they make. We'll probably have "ceramic infused" microfiber towels at some point.. 😁 I doubt this kit is something most of us professionals will reach for, but it is a decent complete kit synthetic clay option available at local retail. The only synthetic clay I see in most stores is the Mothers Speed Clay, just the block, no clay lube, towels, etc. for around $25. I think a complete straightforward synthetic clay kit like this with zero guesswork might get more DIY guys into clay/decon, which is great. Thanks, Brian! 👍👌✌
Brian, love your videos but didn't understand the clay test. We all know water is not a lubricant, why not use the QD supplied in the kit?? Would've made a lot more sense, to me anyhow Cheers
I was wondering about this kit when I saw it on the store shelf. I thought it was kind or redundant but glad you tested it. I didnt think it made sense to put an Si02 product as the next step after claying of any kind.
So my car is ceramic coated, but it feels like it needs to be clay barred, because of the contaminates, a iron wash did not remove them, I can feel them in the paint, what do you recommend to remove these so my paint is smooth again? I dont want the clay barring to mar the paint/coating though.
@@edubb2491 yeah it sucks my shit leaves tiny swirls here and there with the microfiber and I’ve been detailing for over 10 years so I know what pile to get remove the tag,etc…
Just used this kit today. I found it to be a pain to work with. The pad hangs up and has a weird feel going across the paint. I went back to the store and bought a Mothers California gold clay kit and re-clayed the car. The mothers kit pulled quite a bit off the Meguiar's kit missed.
Nice video bro , I have a question ? I have a 2010 Chevy Silverado the paint on it is super slick I can run my fingers on it and not get stuck should I still clay it
Lets say, I go through a full works carwash drive through, the everything maxed out whatever they offer fancy shmancy package etc. I use micro fiber cloths, and dry off as much as possible. I drive home (10-20mins hwy). I park on driveway. - I apply this. Would this be a good after product post carwash/post dry on a warm day? The vehicle is approx 7 yrs old, black paint (tuexedo black metalic flek stuff)
HI best ever is to use Bilt Hamber clay fr UK they have their own clay mine ! avail in S , M, H grades it is so pure they say and it is TRUE ! you can use just plain water for lube ! ! try it let me know what you think ? and update your video w/an addendum ? thx Jack
Hello friend good morning I would like your help I sent my car to paint a door and I see micro paint on my windows and I feel when I pass my hand over the paint rough. What can I do at home myself to repair it and what to use that I can buy not so expensive.
no matter how lubricated and clean the pad was, it would still occasionally grab and leave a nice black streak on my silver hoopdy... watched this to see if I was doing something wrong. guess not... it does work, but I'm not a fan of it.
Brian, I just came across this vid and have a question. I'm looking at a 24 year old C4 and the original silver paint is in excellent condition would you recommend just after washing hand polishing with a product like turtle wax hybrid ceramic polish and then topping with a sealant or would you clay bar first then polish and seal?
Seems weird to use detailer during the clay step, before the polish wax seal stage. Figured you'd want to use some type of soap/shampoo with the clay and use the detailer after everything else 🤷♂️
Great Video ! Have you ever used any feynlab products, can you get them where you are ? I've never seen any of them on the channel. What is your opinion on the line ?
I’ve already used this and I can say it works quite nicely I’ve used it on 6 cars already and it still seems good though I wouldn’t use it on maybe more than 5 cars
If you want a clever, time saving way to clay with a synthetic clay, check out this technique from Joe at Next Level ua-cam.com/video/xdNINgFtxlM/v-deo.html skip ahead to 2:47. You can do this with synthetic but it will break down regular clay faster than usual. If you don't care you can do it with either.
BigOldDog Wow I’ve never thought of doing it that way I always wash them clay with dish soap water to help remove old wax so it’s easier to compound/polish
@@benjaminwallace4626 The only issue is, if you use traditional clay, the soap will cause it to break down faster than if you use a quick detailer or clay lube. SInce synthetic clays are just rubber, the soap doesn't negatively affect longevity at all. Using the Big Red Sponge the way Joe does is a great time saver and a great way to minimize any marring. It is similar to how some body shop guys do production wet sanding.
You need to be a bit generous with the spray.. A list mist like a QD (similar to what you're doing) would most likely cause the clay rubber to mar and this kit is designed for consumers that wont be polishing afterwards.. So you should spray liberally enough that the entire surface is misted.. (more like 150-200ml per car)
Clay is a first start you would begin with , the detailer they added a ceramic into it so it’s a final touch it’s not good combination until they add a polish in between .
Isn't the QD included meant to be the lubrication for the synthetic clay disk to help avoid marring? Also, every synthetic clay product I've used required me to break it in on glass before using it on paint because they have all had a coating over the rubber to protect it during packaging. Does Megs not require a glass break in? I use a lot of quality QD or clay lube during claying and I have never run into a case where it marred to the point I noticed it and thought I had to polish. I use a lot of lube - like 24oz for a sedan. Maybe more if needed. If the clay isn't hydroplaning I add more lube. I first clayed around 2000.
On a side note, when the “Detailing Coroner” (Brian at Apex Detail 😁) has a moment. Could he cut into the new Griots G8 3” polisher, to break down its build components. Love it when you do this. I’m interested in buying one, but would like to see how it was built. Thx
I'm very sick of all this ceramic b.s. on labels. Just because there's a trace of SiO2 or silozane in the formula doesn't make it ceramic. Can I drop an onion sliver in a bottle of water and sell it as French onion soup?
You should never use water as a lubricant for clay, detailer is included in these kits for a reason, because it’s far more effective as a lubricant. Your test probably wouldn’t have shown that much abrasion had you used the detailer and not water. You also didn’t mist the panel anywhere near enough when you were claying the side of the car, and you were claying over areas where you hadn’t applied any detailer, the disc was visibly grabbing the surface and wasn’t gliding freely as it should do. That itself will have caused marring.
Brian - you commented on the Subaru test panel - paint has soft paint. Also in previous comments Japanese and GM has soft. Can you provide a list or produce a video on which cars have the hard or soft? I am more concerned if I have to be work on soft paint and be aware (use less aggressive pads and products). Trusting your expertise I can then have a heads up approach. Again thanks for the info on you UA-cam channel on so many topics.
great video and product review good friend. this kit makes about as much sense of dropping a deuce and putting on clean draws.w/o wiping...lol.left u few emails and texts. thanks again buddy.
Seems like McGuires took two buzz words/Products, in detailing and slapped some pretty packaging on it and is going to sell it to people that don’t understand when or how to properly use them.
Hi Brian, I am new to detailing and recently picked up an Adams mini swirl killer kit for correcting smaller areas on my own vehicles. Looking for a recommendation for a 5" to 6" da polisher, probably a 15 mm throw machine. I am happy with products I have bought from Adams, and leaning toward getting their 15 mm swirl killer mystery deal kit. If it is anything like the mini swirl killer mystery deal, it will come with a couple sets of pads, some cutting and polishing compound, and a few other detailing items for $200. Does anyone have favorites among the 15 mm da machines, or advice on what to stay away from?
a unusual or weird clay kit is the words you were looking for :P Did i see a dunkin donuts coffee cup?? mmm i loved those donuts when i was in the US :P
Well Don’t see the point of this kit. But in your test which will abrade/marring more the clay or the clay disc sponge of the kit, think the demonstration wasn’t fair enough, water is a natural lubricant as you said, but maybe if you used another “specifically” clay lubricant (sort of speak)maybe the marring would be less with both clay options. Just as a comment. As always execellent videos/info. Thanks
The big difference is dirt will sink into the clay and grind less. With this pad, dirt will not sink in and it will roll and scratch the paint more. You should at least clean it after each small section if you are using something like this, but why use it at all when clay is safer?
The ceramic thing is turning into "limited edition" status, meaning....it's not special anymore, like how TURBO was used back in the 80's, I remember sunglasses that said TURBO, marketing😑
Meguiars just wants your money. They're not concerned about you doing things the correct way. They put the word ceramic on anything and mark it up 20%.
Does this kit make sense to you?
Nope - doubt this “kit” will be a mover. Great demo as always
Apex Detail not to me, it’d make more sense to include a polish.
Nope, I'm not to keen on this either. Needs a polish included, one with SIO2 cause polishing after using this kit will more than likely remove any SIO2 the detailed left.
Nope not one bit
Almost, looking through the eyes of the retail DYIer, yes. In a realtively safe manner is getting that person to better maintain his clear coat. I agree with other's this kit should contain a hand polish, or maybe a SiO2 cleaner wax. Meg's next step would be to bring yo market a really nice sub $100 DA. The largest expense in detailing are the liquids and pads. So get the DYIer hooked, this product could be the gateway drug for the DYIer, with the addition of a hand polish, and Meg's adding a quality entry level DA polisher to thier retail line. A step in the right direction.
Your camera work is just fine. 👍 Some UA-camrs that I otherwise really like and respect have turned their videos into Hollywood-like productions with fancy transitions, effects and annoying electronic muzak, making their content almost more about filmography than car detailing. Keep it up just the way you're doing; if I want to learn about advanced video production I'm sure there are plenty of channels catering to that.
I used it to clean my car from contaminates then compound & polished it. Results were pretty amazing.
You were right “ceramic” products coming out everywhere
The ceramic label is quickly getting ridiculous. Everyone is slapping it on every new product they make. We'll probably have "ceramic infused" microfiber towels at some point.. 😁
I doubt this kit is something most of us professionals will reach for, but it is a decent complete kit synthetic clay option available at local retail. The only synthetic clay I see in most stores is the Mothers Speed Clay, just the block, no clay lube, towels, etc. for around $25.
I think a complete straightforward synthetic clay kit like this with zero guesswork might get more DIY guys into clay/decon, which is great.
Thanks, Brian! 👍👌✌
Damn you get these up fast
Brian, love your videos but didn't understand the clay test. We all know water is not a lubricant, why not use the QD supplied in the kit?? Would've made a lot more sense, to me anyhow
Cheers
I was wondering about this kit when I saw it on the store shelf. I thought it was kind or redundant but glad you tested it. I didnt think it made sense to put an Si02 product as the next step after claying of any kind.
This reminds me of that Turtlewax Ice "clay" kit they had years back.
Nice video, thanks for your hard work Apex Detail
So my car is ceramic coated, but it feels like it needs to be clay barred, because of the contaminates, a iron wash did not remove them, I can feel them in the paint, what do you recommend to remove these so my paint is smooth again? I dont want the clay barring to mar the paint/coating though.
That’s for sure Subaru paint is so dang soft but I’m here looking for either a clay pad or this kit.
Yea..honda too!!
@@edubb2491 yeah it sucks my shit leaves tiny swirls here and there with the microfiber and I’ve been detailing for over 10 years so I know what pile to get remove the tag,etc…
@E85_STI so is this clay kit good for not scratching?
I understand you're trying to make a point but did you really just use plain water as a clay lube?
He used it to "prime" the clay disc then used the detailer spray to somewhat lube the surface ,I guess....
I love your work Brian! 👍 😉
Thank you! I love you!!!!
I can use this kit After the Hybrid ceramic wax?
Great video as always Brian. What polish would you recommend to be used following this lightweight clay?
I'm going to clay and polish my car for the first time. Polisher just arrived in the mail. Do you have a Polish recommendation for beginners?
Just used this kit today. I found it to be a pain to work with. The pad hangs up and has a weird feel going across the paint. I went back to the store and bought a Mothers California gold clay kit and re-clayed the car. The mothers kit pulled quite a bit off the Meguiar's kit missed.
Nice video bro , I have a question ? I have a 2010 Chevy Silverado the paint on it is super slick I can run my fingers on it and not get stuck should I still clay it
Do you have to wax the car after or this is a stand alone detail wax buff. thank you
How do you know by running the bag down the side of the car, if it needs to be clayed? Honest question.
Great video buddy i waiting to see you use this great video buddy always
Lets say, I go through a full works carwash drive through, the everything maxed out whatever they offer fancy shmancy package etc.
I use micro fiber cloths, and dry off as much as possible.
I drive home (10-20mins hwy).
I park on driveway. - I apply this. Would this be a good after product post carwash/post dry on a warm day? The vehicle is approx 7 yrs old, black paint (tuexedo black metalic flek stuff)
You should try Wowos quick detailer. Very slick!
New camera is much better. Noticed immediately.
HI
best ever is to use Bilt Hamber clay fr UK they have their own clay mine ! avail in S , M, H grades it is so pure they say and it is TRUE ! you can use just plain water for lube ! ! try it let me know what you think ? and update your video w/an addendum ? thx Jack
Thanks Brian
Hello friend good morning I would like your help I sent my car to paint a door and I see micro paint on my windows and I feel when I pass my hand over the paint rough.
What can I do at home myself to repair it and what to use that I can buy not so expensive.
Use what works best and fastest and is the most cost effective
no matter how lubricated and clean the pad was, it would still occasionally grab and leave a nice black streak on my silver hoopdy... watched this to see if I was doing something wrong. guess not... it does work, but I'm not a fan of it.
that tag on the microfiber was making me nervous
Not as nervous as his seat driving skills....lol
I rip off the tags duh
Are you using this correctly?
Brian, I just came across this vid and have a question. I'm looking at a 24 year old C4 and the original silver paint is in excellent condition would you recommend just after washing hand polishing with a product like turtle wax hybrid ceramic polish and then topping with a sealant or would you clay bar first then polish and seal?
Seems weird to use detailer during the clay step, before the polish wax seal stage. Figured you'd want to use some type of soap/shampoo with the clay and use the detailer after everything else 🤷♂️
Great video
Great Video ! Have you ever used any feynlab products, can you get them where you are ? I've never seen any of them on the channel. What is your opinion on the line ?
I have not tried them as of yet.
I’ve already used this and I can say it works quite nicely
I’ve used it on 6 cars already and it still seems good though I wouldn’t use it on maybe more than 5 cars
If you want a clever, time saving way to clay with a synthetic clay, check out this technique from Joe at Next Level ua-cam.com/video/xdNINgFtxlM/v-deo.html skip ahead to 2:47. You can do this with synthetic but it will break down regular clay faster than usual. If you don't care you can do it with either.
BigOldDog
Wow I’ve never thought of doing it that way
I always wash them clay with dish soap water to help remove old wax so it’s easier to compound/polish
@@benjaminwallace4626 The only issue is, if you use traditional clay, the soap will cause it to break down faster than if you use a quick detailer or clay lube. SInce synthetic clays are just rubber, the soap doesn't negatively affect longevity at all. Using the Big Red Sponge the way Joe does is a great time saver and a great way to minimize any marring. It is similar to how some body shop guys do production wet sanding.
You need to be a bit generous with the spray.. A list mist like a QD (similar to what you're doing) would most likely cause the clay rubber to mar and this kit is designed for consumers that wont be polishing afterwards.. So you should spray liberally enough that the entire surface is misted.. (more like 150-200ml per car)
Thanks B!
Clay is a first start you would begin with , the detailer they added a ceramic into it so it’s a final touch it’s not good combination until they add a polish in between .
Isn't the QD included meant to be the lubrication for the synthetic clay disk to help avoid marring? Also, every synthetic clay product I've used required me to break it in on glass before using it on paint because they have all had a coating over the rubber to protect it during packaging. Does Megs not require a glass break in? I use a lot of quality QD or clay lube during claying and I have never run into a case where it marred to the point I noticed it and thought I had to polish. I use a lot of lube - like 24oz for a sedan. Maybe more if needed. If the clay isn't hydroplaning I add more lube. I first clayed around 2000.
This clay also needs break in on glass...yes. I use ONR as my clay lube...for the most part. Works great.
On a side note, when the “Detailing Coroner” (Brian at Apex Detail 😁) has a moment. Could he cut into the new Griots G8 3” polisher, to break down its build components. Love it when you do this. I’m interested in buying one, but would like to see how it was built. Thx
Absolutely.
Apex Detail That’s awesome Brian! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
I’ll pass and keep using the chemical guys clay bars and Clay Lube spray. I’ve always like their clay kits over others.
Should have tested marring with detailer and not water, as kit intended.
I'm very sick of all this ceramic b.s. on labels. Just because there's a trace of SiO2 or silozane in the formula doesn't make it ceramic. Can I drop an onion sliver in a bottle of water and sell it as French onion soup?
ur so right edd. all they wana do is scam people for money
You should never use water as a lubricant for clay, detailer is included in these kits for a reason, because it’s far more effective as a lubricant. Your test probably wouldn’t have shown that much abrasion had you used the detailer and not water. You also didn’t mist the panel anywhere near enough when you were claying the side of the car, and you were claying over areas where you hadn’t applied any detailer, the disc was visibly grabbing the surface and wasn’t gliding freely as it should do. That itself will have caused marring.
Brian - you commented on the Subaru test panel - paint has soft paint. Also in previous comments Japanese and GM has soft.
Can you provide a list or produce a video on which cars have the hard or soft? I am more concerned if I have to be work on soft paint and be aware (use less aggressive pads and products). Trusting your expertise I can then have a heads up approach. Again thanks for the info on you UA-cam channel on so many topics.
I would love to...but the list would be endless. Clear coat is now changing from year to year.😥
Would you say the clay pad is just as effective as a clay bar?
It is close ...but to me ...nothing beats a mild clay bar.
great video and product review good friend. this kit makes about as much sense of dropping a deuce and putting on clean draws.w/o wiping...lol.left u few emails and texts. thanks again buddy.
Thnx B!
I own a dark red car and I'm waiting for the next big thing: graphite protection.
You can rub it with some coal 😏
Thoughts on the optimum clay towel?
The only synthetic clay I enjoy comes from Nanoskin.
hi, what's the top three sythinc waxes you recommend for shine and durability. $15 and under
Wow, major improvement in the camera quality, visible and notable step up.
Seems like McGuires took two buzz words/Products, in detailing and slapped some pretty packaging on it and is going to sell it to people that don’t understand when or how to properly use them.
Can you use this on the inside of your rim?
Hi Brian, I am new to detailing and recently picked up an Adams mini swirl killer kit for correcting smaller areas on my own vehicles. Looking for a recommendation for a 5" to 6" da polisher, probably a 15 mm throw machine. I am happy with products I have bought from Adams, and leaning toward getting their 15 mm swirl killer mystery deal kit. If it is anything like the mini swirl killer mystery deal, it will come with a couple sets of pads, some cutting and polishing compound, and a few other detailing items for $200. Does anyone have favorites among the 15 mm da machines, or advice on what to stay away from?
Cool bro men that is cool
Does it repeal water ?
cant beat plumbers putty good old h20 and elbow grease
a unusual or weird clay kit is the words you were looking for :P
Did i see a dunkin donuts coffee cup?? mmm i loved those donuts when i was in the US :P
Krispy Kreme or Duck Donuts are much better! I would send you some...but would be rather stale by the time they get there!😂
One nice thing is the foam pad makes it harder to drop the clay bar
Well Don’t see the point of this kit. But in your test which will abrade/marring more the clay or the clay disc sponge of the kit, think the demonstration wasn’t fair enough, water is a natural lubricant as you said, but maybe if you used another “specifically” clay lubricant (sort of speak)maybe the marring would be less with both clay options. Just as a comment.
As always execellent videos/info.
Thanks
Looks like you can do more damage to the paint using that ,instead of just using the ceramic wax
The camera is excellent ✊The kit is not my cup of tea 👍🏻Great video Brian 💎
The big difference is dirt will sink into the clay and grind less. With this pad, dirt will not sink in and it will roll and scratch the paint more. You should at least clean it after each small section if you are using something like this, but why use it at all when clay is safer?
Can the detailer be used on a wet car to help dry whilst topping up protection ?
Yes.
I will pass on this one.🙂
Try the new meguiars quik wax and torcher test it that stuff is bad i tested it give that a try its 15 bucks at autozone lol
Wouldn’t u want a panel with contaminants to test the clay?
I wouldnt use one if there wasnt contaminates.🙂
I watch your UA-cam channel more than I watch my kid channel
Hahahah..👍
Ollie's is now selling it for $4.99.
What is "ceramic" about that clay pad?
The sio2 is in the meguiar's hybrid ceramic detailer, if that's what you wanted to know!
Only the Detailer contains Sio2.
I don't clay my cars anymore after listening and watching you. I think this kit costs too much.
Do you have alot oc cntaniments?
The ceramic thing is turning into "limited edition" status, meaning....it's not special anymore, like how TURBO was used back in the 80's, I remember sunglasses that said TURBO, marketing😑
HAHA! I remember those sunglasses!
This dude is a Meguiar's hater
Nah i'm good..👍🏼
Nah I’m good maybe the just detail spray
the new camera is a great picture......clear and sharp....ck emails from georgewnstn….have a good day...see u at 4ish for gloss readings...lol
Thanks...I will check emails soon.
#1
Meguiars just wants your money. They're not concerned about you doing things the correct way. They put the word ceramic on anything and mark it up 20%.
You prob got marred..because you didnt spray nearly enough.. super soak the pad and car surface!!!
Retailers not detailers.
And it still gonna kill the beading on coated cars.
Not for me
I'll pass.
Too much marketing !
Good video but, no thanks.
Putz