Quality, fine grade clay bar search

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I was introduced to the merits of a clay bar in 2000. I was blown away. My supplier since then has been in constant supply until recently. It seems as though 4 star products is not the company it used to be. Anyway, I am looking to purchase an equivalent fine grade clay bar, in bulk, that's carried by Autogeek. It must not break apart or get stuck in window trim. Griot's garage is notorious for doing this, as it's too soft. What else is out there that is good?
 
I don't know if AG carries it or not but the best results I have ever had with clay has been the original Clay Magic. The fine grade is blue. Like you, I have tried many others but Clay Magic beats them all, hands down.
 
Clay magic is what Ric originally carried. Then he had his own, private label that was a clone to Clay Magic. That is what I'm trying to replicate, as it's awesome stuff.
 
For the high-end cars, I use Pinnacle’s Ultra Poly Clay is the single finest clay composition available today. Use auto Detailing clay to deep clean car paint, glass and chrome.

Pinnacle’s Ultra Poly Clay is the single finest clay composition available today. Ultra Poly Clay is substantially finer than our original Poly Clay, while maintaining all of its advantages. With this ultra fine clay, you can maintain a totally clean, sleek finish everyday. We’re calling it “enthusiast grade” for perfectionists who want that just-clayed finish all the time!

Plus, I think AG is having a 50% off Pinnacle sale as we speak.
 
That's what I was looking for Paul, thanks so much for the tip. Gonna do a trial run with a 2 bar purchase. If it measures up, 2 cases will be ordered.
 
I think I read somewhere that the patent protection was about to expire on clay bars. If that is true there is going to be a ton of clay hitting the market (plus the resulting marketing BS). Me I stick with my Speedy Prep Towel (fine grade). Been using this for 4 years and still works for me.
 
Crispy said:
I think I read somewhere that the patent protection was about to expire on clay bars. If that is true there is going to be a ton of clay hitting the market (plus the resulting marketing BS). Me I stick with my Speedy Prep Towel (fine grade). Been using this for 4 years and still works for me.
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I've seen Mike Phillips use that towel to demonstrate it's effectiveness. How do you, or do you, clean the towel? Does it induce scratches, being that it's a towel? How much use do you get out of 1 towel? Thanks for the alternate suggestion. Sometimes it's good to think outside the box. Will wait to hear back from you before I make the decision to buy.
 
I will say Pinnacle is top quality,since I have used Mothers and Meg's and preferred Pinnacle.
 
That's 3 votes for Pinnacle. Got a couple bars heading my way & you guys are making me feel like I made a good decision. Thank you for the replies.
 
2 bars of Pinnacle were delivered today. Too bad none of my 3 cars need attention yet. Saturday will be a trial run.
 
The Speedy Prep Towel is cloth backing with rubber front ("claying side"). To clean you rinse with water (same thing if you drop on ground). It does not marr the paint and I have used the same cloth for 4 years (about 8-10 times). I have removed overspray (which I think is the toughest test), water spots, bug guts and adhesive residue with good success.
 
The speedy prep towel can mar soft paints, any clay bar can really. You just need to use plenty of lube and a light touch. Having the towel above 70 F will help a lot, I do struggle with it in the winter in my garage. Also, avoid hot panels and thoroughly rinse any solvent off the car before using the towel.

It is substantially faster than a clay bar. They claim it lasts 50 cars. I think they last about a year for me doing cars nearly every weekend and often during the week too, so 50 cars seems accurate for my use
 
Keep us posted with the show down! I just got done claying with the Pinnacle, yes its 2am. It did a fine job. In the late morning on to polish and Wolfgang Uber Coating.
 
I haven't forgotten about the comparison. I have bigger fish to fry right now.
 
While I haven't done a side by side yet, I have used the Optimum on the windshield of my truck. I have taken the windshield wipers off & am happy to report that the Optimum performed flawlessly. I ran it mildly up against the rubber surround, trying to get it to break off & stay under. It passed with flying colors. Exactly what I was looking for. Drove home from work tonight in the rain. Perfect beading action. Pinnacle will get tested in the next few days. I will post my findings here. I've got a 2012 Charger to clay & wax for a customer when it cools down here in central Florida. I think I may buy a speedy prep towel to speed that job up.
 
If it performs like the Optimum, which I fully expect it to, I'll be in good shape. 2 cases of Pinnacle are sitting on a supply shelf. I will buy a case of Optimum along with a fine grade speedy prep towel. I like to be stocked up, ready for almost anything.
 
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