My car is coming from Ontario to Alberta by rail, and i know that on new cars you get a dust that is very hard to get off, and they use some kind of a cleaner to get it off, can i buy this cleaner anywhere? or can i get all the rail dust off with a claybar?

 

A good clay bar will do the job. Do not use Meguiar's.

 

Yes, you can buy a chemical cleaner system that will remove embedded contaminants similar to how a clay bar works, but it's more expensive and involves multiple steps. I feel that clay is much safer, does just as good a job, easier, and not to mention it's much cheaper. Detailing clay was originally made to remove IFO, rail dust, brake dust shavings, etc. Those chemical systems use strong acids that literally dissolve the rail dust and contaminants from the finish. It's basically an acid bath, followed by a neutralizer, then a regular car wash. Personally, I feel that if a chemical is strong enough to dissolve metal particles that it can't be overly safe for the integrity of the soft paint either. That's why I like clay. Claying is nonabrasive, will remove everything embedded in the paint, and only involves one easy step. I'd recommend you check out Mother's clay locally or Clay Magic. I like the Zaino Z18 clay myself, but that's personal preference really.

So, after you get the car, give it a good washing, then do the claying followed by your favorite wax for protection.

If you want more info on a chemical system, I can provide that if you like, but I don't recommend it myself.

 

thank you for the info, only reason i asked is that when i detailed at a car dealership all the cars that cme in we would use the chemicals on to remove the dust. but thanks, i think claybar is the better option. i think i'll go wiht the mothers one, i like there products,