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Josh@BR

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Out of all the detail products sold today, clay is one of the products that has always seemed somewhat over priced for what it is in my opinion. Clay is all over the world and not exactly a scarce item. So I went to the trusty auction site to see the what the absolute cheapest clay I could get was. I found this cheap blue clay from Hong Kong and figured it might be worth a try for $11/320grams. From a business stand point this is very very cost effective and could even allow some detailer's to charge less for clay barring which could lead to selling more clay bar treatments. As long as it cleans the paint and leaves it glass smooth without any more marring than regular name brand clay does then its a home run in my opinion. I just ordered it so I probably wont get it for 3 weeks or so. Has anyone else tried this clay before?

160g Magic Car Clean Clay Bar Auto Detailing Cleaner | eBay
 
Haven't tried it, but also interested in saving costs. Post how it works out though.
 
Josh@BR said:
Out of all the detail products sold today, clay is one of the products that has always seemed somewhat over priced for what it is in my opinion. Clay is all over the world and not exactly a scarce item. So I went to the trusty auction site to see the what the absolute cheapest clay I could get was. I found this cheap blue clay from Hong Kong and figured it might be worth a try for $11/320grams. From a business stand point this is very very cost effective and could even allow some detailer's to charge less for clay barring which could lead to selling more clay bar treatments. As long as it cleans the paint and leaves it glass smooth without any more marring than regular name brand clay does then its a home run in my opinion. I just ordered it so I probably wont get it for 3 weeks or so. Has anyone else tried this clay before?

160g Magic Car Clean Clay Bar Auto Detailing Cleaner | eBay
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$5.61(US) for 160g is an excellent deal-only if it works well.Which I do see why it wouldn't?
Please share your findings.
 
DavidJ021 said:
Haven't tried it, but also interested in saving costs. Post how it works out though.
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Yea please post feedback when you get it. I agree about clay being so damn expensive for what it is. I just paid 30 dollars for Wolfgang clay and I'm seriously unhappy with it :( so im in the market for some new clay :props:
 
I just received mined yesterday. Took about 17 days to ship it to NJ. Can I post a quick review here or is it against rules?
 
I use that very same clay for most of my work. It works great...BUT, it can be on the tough side if it's cold. I keep it heated up in a mason jar of water with a coffee warmer. Keeps it nice and soft, and it works great.

Saves me a TON of money...and when I get a real bad vehicle, I don't feel so bad about tossing it after one use.

I also keep some more expensive fresh clay bars for high end work, or vehicles with soft paint. But overall...I've been more than happy. I buy them 8-10 bars at a time for anywhere between $8-$10 a piece.

I also buy magic erasers off ebay. WAY cheaper, and they work awesome. :dblthumb2:
 
slickooz said:
Not sure what you mean. Its was one bar shipped for 5.61.
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You answered it ^ I was wondering if the price you mentioned was for each bar, or if you ordered 3-4 would the price only slightly increase for shipping?
 
Well shipping was free, so I'm assuming your only paying for the bar.
 
Josh@BR said:
Out of all the detail products sold today, clay is one of the products that has always seemed somewhat over priced for what it is in my opinion. Clay is all over the world and not exactly a scarce item.
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I don't mean to crash this thread, but felt I should speak up. Clay is all over the world, but detailing clay is not clay so to speak. To my knowledge, it is man-made from polybutene (a plastic resin) and abrasives, such as silica and ceramics, giving it a clay-like appearance and feel. All US-made detailing clay is covered by a patent, which, I assume, contributes to some of the cost.

All that being said, I have heard plenty of stories of improperly made clay bars (from places like ebay) causing significant marring or worse. I hope this isn't the case and you guys have found a great and affordable product. Just keep it in mind and always test in an inconspicuous area first. Personally, I'll be sticking to name brands.
 
Bummer. Hongkong is 2 hours away by plane but the seller does not ship to us.
 
I think there are other sellers that do ship worldwide.
 
This definitely is good news! I can also get them through my local amazon portal, but Slickooz can you give us your review of it (if it's allowed)?
 
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