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Old 05-15-2005, 06:34 PM
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Griot's Clay?

I've read some threads on people's favorite clays, but I have yet to read about Griot's product. Any reviews, opinions, .02$ for me?

I've never clayed before and am looking to take the plunge. Thanks, all.

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I have used Griot's products pretty much exclusively on my MINI. Haven't used any other clay before this, so no comparison. But I do really like it. Wow, how smooth it leaves your car!! Their show wax has a lot of carnauba in it and is some amount of work to buff off. Not bad, but not as easy as some of the new ones claim to be. So I have their stuff and will continue to use it until it is gone. Then I may try something else. Their Speed Shine (Quick Detailer) is great, and you need it to lubricate the clay anyways.

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I have used Griot's products pretty much exclusively on my MINI. Haven't used any other clay before this, so no comparison. But I do really like it. Wow, how smooth it leaves your car!! Their show wax has a lot of carnauba in it and is some amount of work to buff off. Not bad, but not as easy as some of the new ones claim to be. So I have their stuff and will continue to use it until it is gone. Then I may try something else. Their Speed Shine (Quick Detailer) is great, and you need it to lubricate the clay anyways.

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Griots clay is made by the same manufacture that makes Pinnacle, claymagic and Mothers (as well as others). Griots distributes ok products, they just tend to overprice it, IMO.
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Thanks guys. I put the order in, and I'll keep everyone aware of this beginner's quest for smooth paint.

Frankly I'm amazed at how much crap there is on my boot after only 5 months of driving.

One more Q - I have tar or solid brake dust on my wheels that refuses to come off - I tried bug and tar remover and everything else I could get my hands on - will the clay take this off as well?

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Griots distributes ok products, they just tend to overprice it, IMO.
I agree. I just pick up some Clay Magic (with lube spray) at AutoZone for $10. A much better deal.
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