Meguiar's G1016 Smooth Surface Clay Kit

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Product Features

• Includes 2- 80 gram bars, clay lubricant, cleaner wax sample and microfiber towel
• Features a non-abrasive clay bar
• Removes surface bonded contaminants
• Restores a smooth surface to the paint finish
• Safe and easy to use

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00063X7KG
• Item model number: G1016
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #302 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #3 in Automotive > Car Care > Exterior Care > Car Polishes & Waxes

Product Description

Meguiar's Smooth Surface Clay Kit includes two 80 gram clay bars individually wrapped in a moisture-seal case, quick detailer for use as a clay lubricant, cleaner wax sample and Meguiar’s supreme shine microfiber towel. It features a non-abrasive clay bar that instantly removes surface bonded contaminants. This surface clay kit restores a smooth surface to the paint finish safely and easily.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

53 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars gentle clay bar, February 16, 2008

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:::houseofbunny::: (Daytona Beach, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Meguiar's G1016 Smooth Surface Clay Kit (Automotive)

I'm a big fan of clay bars; they remove sap, paint overspray and transfer like nothing else. Plus, if your car is really dirty, it cleans up that deep dirt that can't be removed by washing alone. I was out of clay and decided to purchase this kit. My local car supply shop had this and the Mother's kit to choose from, so I went with this because I can never have enough microfiber towels. :)

This is a good kit, but having experienced clay bars in the past, I have to say this product is dissapointing. The clay is Very mild. Too gentle to really do the work I needed out of it. It DOES clean well, and for the average guy I'd say this is fine. But I rely on clay to remove serious contamination, and this doesn't cut it.

Another qualm: it tends to "stick" more so than some other clays. Usually this happens if the paint surface is hot, there isn't enough lubrication, the bar is saturated with lube, or you use too much pressure, but none of these factors were present. I decided to break out an old bar just to see... and it wasn't me. My old bar worked much better than the Meg's; not only did my old bar (Clay Magic) not have the "sticking" problem, but it also cleaned up that pesky overpray I was after.

So if you are purchasing a clay bar for the first time because you heard it would solve your problems, then this might not be the one for you. But if you are experienced with clay, or otherwise know for a fact that you only want a very mild product, then this is a good bet.

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Usual Excellent Meguiars Product, May 27, 2007

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Spits (Titusville, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Meguiar's G1016 Smooth Surface Clay Kit (Automotive)

I've always thought highly of Meguiars products. The professional line has been especially good. In recent years they've brought items that were often only used professionally and introduced them to the larger enthusiast market. This is an example of a product that was until relatively recently avaialable only to the pros. The clay kit is well thought out and does an excellent job even to those unfamiliar with the use of clay. The kit is essentially self contained as it contains the clay, the high lube detailer and a microfiber towel (a bonus is the sample bottle of cleaner / wax).
To appreciate the benefit you're getting, you'll really want to try the Meguiars recommended test: run your hand over the surface after it's washed and dried. Feel how relatively rough it is, then use the clay. The difference will amaze you! Great stuff...enough said.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Meguiar's Smooth Surface Clay Kit is One Key to a Show Car Finish, September 15, 2008

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Steve H "books911" (U.S.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Meguiar's G1016 Smooth Surface Clay Kit (Automotive)

When I first read about claying your vehicles, several years ago, I was a bit skeptical. It seems strange and like a lot of work for you car, but both impressions were incorrect.

After washing your vehicle with a safe wash, Claying your vehicle is the next step and a vital step. Claying removes above surface contaminants on your paint's surface: bits of overspray, tar, etc. and lots of other things you can or more likely can't even see. After washing your car, rub your flat hand across the surface. It won't smooth as glass. Furthermore, listen! You'll hear your hand going back and forth over the surface as it rubs against the contaminants. This is a car that needs to be clayed and just about any car if it has never been clayed needs to be clayed. Even a brand new car on the lot often has contaminants. Furthermore, once clayed, it's usually recommend to do it again every 3 months to a year, depending on the environment your car is in. Honestly, claying your vehicle doesn't take a particularly long amount of time. I'd say it's possible to do it in just under thirty minutes.

The Smooth Surface Clay Kit from the wonderful folks at Meguiar's is the perfect kit to clay your vehicle. Again, after washing your vehicle, spray an area with the Quick Detailer, and then use the clay bar across the surface. You can search Youtube for Meguiar's Clay kit, to see demonstrations from users, but it isn't hard to do. Do a thorough job on your vehicle, and the way your hand then moves across the surface will impress you. I'm amazed every time.

After claying, you have several options. The clay kit includes a sample of cleaner wax, and you can certainly use that. It has some mild cleaners and some protection. However, if you use a cleaner wax, I'd recommend waxing the car more often as it isn't quite as durable as dedicated separate products. Once a month for example with the cleaner wax, would be good. Or, you could use the cleaner wax for its mild below surface cleaning properties followed by a more robust wax product such as Meguiar's Gold Class or NXT 2.0, and then you could potentially be set for a few months.

If you want to do even more after claying, you can use a paint cleaner from Meguiar's for below surface contaminants right after claying, and then optionally a Pure Polish after that. You'd top all that off with a wax such as Meguiar's Gold Class, or Meguiar's NXT 2.0.

Furthermore, pick up more of the Quick Detailer, and you can use it to remove light dust and contaminants to your paint on a regular basis, and you can actually find you won't have to wash your vehicle as often.

Whatever you choose, regular maintenance of your car's finish will keep you smiling for years to come. Meguiar's clay kit is a great way to start because not only does it make your finish smooth as glass, but it allows whatever wax you apply to adhere more evenly and properly to the surface, providing a better shine and longer lasting protection.

A great product. Highly recommended.