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Old Apr 21, 2012 | 09:34 AM
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Can this or will this end the clay bar?

NANOSKIN Autoscrub 6 inch Pad - Better and Faster than Claying



Wow is all I can say about this new tool and new technology. I believe this will change the way most pro detailers and DIYers will prep their cars. This is truly a time saver and will pay for itself after a couple detail jobs. We have spent in some cases 1-2 hours claying and prepping a midsize sedan (in rough shape) we recently tested the AutoScrub on an Audi S8 and we were finished in about 15 minutes! You really won't believe this until you try it yourself. The AutoScrub will make you leave your clay bar behind.

NANOSKIN AutoScrub works fast and achieves professional results with the new advanced rubber polymer technology, which replaces the use of clay bars.

A dual action orbital polisher is required. AutoScrub will safely and easily removes paint over spray, water spots, tree sap, rail dust and other bonded surface contaminants from the surface of automotive paint, glass, moldings and plastic.

AutoScrub works great with your favorite detail spray or clay lubricant. Unlike the clay bar, the AutoScrub can be cleaned by simply rinsing off the accumulated contaminates with water. If you drop the AutoScrub on the ground, no worries, just rinse the sponge pad clean and you're ready to keep using it.

AutoScrub allows for sturdy and controlled handling, unlike clay bars where constant reshaping is required.

Features
- Lasts up to 4 times longer than clay bars
- Glides on & off easily for a slick finish
- If inadvertently dropped on shop floor, simply rinse clean
- Up to 50-60 uses before you need to replace it

Directions
1. Thoroughly wash vehicle free of dust, sand, and dirt.
2. Mist sufficient detail spray or clay lubricant onto the surface evenly.
3. Polish the surface with dual action orbital polisher using light pressure (Low Speed).
4. Wipe off residue and move on to compound and polishing or even go straight to your last step.

Important tips:
- Sufficient lubrication is crucial to the AUTOSCRUB application.
- DO NOT use water
- DO NOT use with rotary polisher.



Various photos of how the pad looks and works

3 inch pad kit




6 inch pad on the Griots on an Uber 5 inch backing plate



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Old Apr 21, 2012 | 09:45 AM
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That looks awesome
Do you ship to Australia?
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Old Apr 21, 2012 | 11:20 AM
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email me we can work it out.

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Old Apr 21, 2012 | 12:09 PM
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How much is it?
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Old Apr 21, 2012 | 12:23 PM
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pricing can be found here.

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Old Apr 22, 2012 | 09:42 AM
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The concept of replacing clay with rubber could catch on due to the advantages you pointed out.
The ability to keep the rubber clean from start to finish and the fact that rubber can be molded in various consistancies and shapes to meet various needs. reusable is another attention getter, translation "saves money".
The biggest plus is the time factor, anything that saves you time has an extra added value.
It would still probably be a hard sell to those Diehards who believe there is no replacement for clay.
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Old Apr 22, 2012 | 11:06 AM
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I will miss the claying, but this is a no brainer
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The concept of replacing clay with rubber could catch on due to the advantages you pointed out.
The ability to keep the rubber clean from start to finish and the fact that rubber can be molded in various consistancies and shapes to meet various needs. reusable is another attention getter, translation "saves money".
The biggest plus is the time factor, anything that saves you time has an extra added value.
It would still probably be a hard sell to those Diehards who believe there is no replacement for clay.
I would agree with the above 100%. but as you all probably know clay bar has been around for a long time now since the late 70's and early 80's look how long it took for people to adapt ; ) but the ability to do it faster with the same or better results as well as saving time and money for us which will reflect to our customers that have their cars detailed by us.

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