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Originally Posted by BruceRTL
I purchased my RL this past December and had never heard of claying a vehicle prior to reading about it on the ROC. I've lived a very sheltered life I know. Regardless, do you think claying is necessary for my Ridge?
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Bruce, I've used paint clay for over 5 years on a variety of vehicles, and I've never found anything that produces a smooth paint finish like claying does. But my logic was exactly like yours....why should a brand new vehicle need claying?? But after reading posts by TMac and other members about rail dust on new autos, I decided to clay my '08 RTL. I was truly amazed at the results. The paint is far smoother, and after polishing, it has a better shine, too. My humble opinion is to clay your new Ridgeline. Feel how smooth the paint is BEFORE claying, then check it after claying. I think you'll see a significant different. If you're still doubtful, just clay a small section and see what you think. If there's no big difference, don't worry about claying the rest of the truck. My guess is you'll see the biggest difference in the hood and top. That's where most of the crud settles.
BTW, I always enjoy your posts. Don't know if you're from the South, but you do have a "Southern Gentleman" ways of expressing your thoughts and opinions. Always appreciated.
