a question from a beginner

[asif]

Oh jeez what is marring? So not too much pressure and keep panel and clay wet.

Apologies to the OP i'm a proper nube also to detailing hence the questions, hope they help the OP also.

So wash, clay, wash then wax?

[Dan J]

Oh jeez what is marring? So not too much pressure and keep panel and clay wet.

Apologies to the OP i'm a proper nube also to detailing hence the questions, hope they help the OP also.

So wash, clay, wash then wax?

marring is basically where the clay marks the clearcote/paint where either a too aggresive clay is used and the panel isnt lubed up enough.

keep the clay supple by warming it, keep the area your claying lubed up;)

no need to appoligise mate:) thats what this forum is for;)

yes wash thoroughly,clay, wash over again to remove clay lube/crap etc.

[asif]

Cheers, and to finish it off?

What do you recommend to keep a nice glossy finish?

I currently use Megs gold class shampoo followed by megs gold class wax which currently gives me a nice wet glossy look.

What would you recommend I use after claying the car also what clay would you recommend? I don't want anything too serious and expensive just something good for beginners that is easy to use.

Cheers in advance for your help and advice guys.

[Dan J]

this is a good clay for begginers and wont damage your paint.
http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/I4D_Uber_Lime_Clay_Bar_1.html

and this is proberly the best clay lube on the market.
http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/Dodo_Juice_Born_Slippy_Clay_Lube_Concentrate_1.html

stick with your megs gold gear till you've used it up

to keep it looking nice and glossy, wash once a week if poss and if you have the time after each wash give it a layer of wax or do it every other wash if you want, use a wash mitt not a sponge. dry car after each wash to stop water marks and etching etc.

[asif]

Cool cheers the info Dan, although i'll find it hard to get round to washing the car once a week

Bit of a lazy fooker at cleaning the car, but when I do get round to doing it I give it everything to get it gleaming and love the feeling of getting it spanking as you know it was your hard work and efforts.

[Dan J]

Cool cheers the info Dan, although i'll find it hard to get round to washing the car once a week

Bit of a lazy fooker at cleaning the car, but when I do get round to doing it I give it everything to get it gleaming and love the feeling of getting it spanking as you know it was your hard work and efforts.

lol!!! once a week is ideal but not essential, yes the pleasure of standing back after you've finished is priceless.