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Originally Posted by anobserver
Anotner noob question....
Before applying tne lustre or collinite, does the car have to be clay barred?
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Short answer - Maybe but not necessarily.
Clay bars have the potential to add additional marring so should only be used when needed. If the paint feels rough to touch, then a clay bar process is probably needed.
How often a car needs to be clay barred will come down to where the vehicle is parked, the sort of roads it is driven on, environmental conditions and how the vehicle is maintained. A well maintained car may only need to be clay barred every few years. A vehicle stored outdoors and driven on freshly tarred roads may need to be done once a year.
A follow up polish may also be needed to level off any marring left by the clay bar. The process of removing embedded contaminants and polishing then allows the wax or sealant to perform at its best - more gloss and more protection.