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This is a question for those experienced with the product. Please, I'm not looking for a debate on what is better, Nu Finish or other products. Just looking for advice from those who have used it.

I put a coat of this on my 2005 Acura MDX this past weekend. It went on really nice, and buffed off easily (I used the liquid version). However, as I was applying it, I realized that I could probably stand to clay bar the whole vehicle. Since Nu Finish is "not a wax", is there a coating of "something" that's now on the paint that needs to wear off before I can clay bar it? A related question also is, if I use the clay bar on it (with proper lubrication, etc), will that remove the Nu Finish?

Secondly, the bottle says something about not using on plastic. I assume that means clear or textured plastic. This is fine to use on painted vinyl/plastic bumpers, right? I'm used to waxing anything with a painted surface.

Thanks!
 
You can clay right away if you need too. You will have to re-apply Nufinish to the area you clayed. NF Is safe on any painted surface including plastic. If the plastic is textured or unpainted it will stain the trim and have to be removed which can be time consuming.
 
You can clay bar right away but you'll load up your clay bar pretty quick. Do a quick spray and wipe down with 50/50 isopropyl alcohol and distilled water. This will get most if not all of the Nu Finish off, then you'll have a clean paint finish to work on. Secondly, you can use it on painted plastic and polyurethane panels. What they're trying to tell you is DON'T use it on non-painted plastic and rubber trim. Nu Finish will stain that stuff.

I hope this helps, happy detailing!
 
Yes, there is a polymer coating that remains on the paint. I am not qualified to advise about when to clay bar but, it seems logical that the best time is before using NF.
 
I'm a long time user of nufinish.

So you got nufinish on your vehicle and want to clay it. Not a problem, but remember you're removing the nufinish in the process so you're going to have to reapply after you're done with the clay bar.
 
Alright, thanks guys.

I wasn't sure what the Nu Finish put "on" the paint, so I wasn't sure how a clay bar would interact with it. I'll probably not touch it for now. I'll wait until the Nu Finish coat starts to break down and clay it then.

Yeah, I didn't really realize it needed clay until I started getting down into it on a small level (with the Nu Finish) and realized that there's some stuff on the paint that probably needs to come off.
 
I just didn't want to load the clay bar up with the Nu Finish and have to go through a few clay bars to get the job done. It's supposed to be a gem of a weekend here, so maybe I'll clay it all this weekend and re-Nu Finish it.
 
I have clayed parts of the car after applying Nu Finish and had no problems. I tend to miss bug guts and bits of tar or other crud occasionally and usually notice after buffing it off.

Of course, re-application of Nu Finish to the area is necessary... but it is cheap and easy to work with so that is no big deal.

Nu Finish is a decent cleaner, so I normally clay just the parts that need it.

The weather in NC this weekend sure looks great for car work, and that is a big part of my plan this weekend. Trying to get everything done before the pollen gets too thick.
 
Originally Posted By: jim302
The weather in NC this weekend sure looks great for car work, and that is a big part of my plan this weekend. Trying to get everything done before the pollen gets too thick.


Yep. There'll be at least two of us outside then. We'll be together in spirit, even if we're 60 miles apart (I'm in the sandhills).
 
Originally Posted By: unDummy
How many of you Nufinish your windshield glass/windows??


No, but please tell me more. Does it work better and/or last longer than Rain-X? I'm assuming that you use a very small amount.

I might give it a try if it doesn't cause smearing and if it will last longer than Rain-X.
 
I've never heard of using Nu Finish on glass. I normally use Rain-X. Nu Finish isn't abrasive, is it? Ah, I'll try it on my wife's car first.
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I have never waxed the windshield of a car as this was always a no-no, meaning that the wipers would not adhere well to the glass during the rain and cause streaking and poor visibility. But, I have heard of others doing so with good succuss.

Claying or compounding is nessessary as vehicles paint age in order to get better results after waxing/polishing. As the paint ages, it picks up debris and contaminents causing the waxing process(wax on-wax off) to actually become more difficult and the results being subpar.

You'll notice how nice the wax(which ever brand you choose) applies/removes during the first couple of years of ownership of your new vehicle. Especially when you do it the first few times,

Over time as the paint ages, it gets harder and harder and more of a job to wax than it is enjoyable, even when using your favorite wax products. And the final results don't seem worth the effort. This is where claying/compounding comes it!

Hokiefyd,
Clay away and reapply the Nu-Finish and your results will be worth the effort.
 
Originally Posted By: Char Baby
I have never waxed the windshield of a car as this was always a no-no, meaning that the wipers would not adhere well to the glass during the rain and cause streaking and poor visibility. But, I have heard of others doing so with good succuss.

Nu Finish isn't a wax...
 
When you run out of Rain-X, use the NuFinish. If you're happy with the way it works in the rain, you'll have 1 less product cluttering up the garage shelf.

I never heard of ANY issues with anything causing streaking or poor visibility other than completely worn out wipers.
 
Originally Posted By: glum
Originally Posted By: Char Baby
I have never waxed the windshield of a car as this was always a no-no, meaning that the wipers would not adhere well to the glass during the rain and cause streaking and poor visibility. But, I have heard of others doing so with good succuss.

Nu Finish isn't a wax...


I realize Nu-Finish is not a wax; it's silicone, this I know as I have use since the 80's although I no longer use it. I may try the other products that I'm currently using...Some day!
 
Originally Posted By: Char Baby
You'll notice how nice the wax(which ever brand you choose) applies/removes during the first couple of years of ownership of your new vehicle. Especially when you do it the first few times,

Over time as the paint ages, it gets harder and harder and more of a job to wax than it is enjoyable, even when using your favorite wax products. And the final results don't seem worth the effort. This is where claying/compounding comes it!


Funny you just wrote that. I noticed that exact thing today. I used the Nu Finish on my 2011 Camry today and it went on and buffed off very easy, and the results are super. But the 2005 MDX, while it felt smooth at first (this was last weekend), it went last week, with some pouring rain on Wednesday and Thursday, and a wash today, and it's not nearly as smooth as the Camry's finish. Water still beaded up pretty well, but I could tell that it could use some more work.

So, just as you indicate, the MDX's paint needs some attention to detail I think. It's still super lustrous, just not as smooth as a baby's bottom anymore. I'll have to reserve a whole weekend to clay the whole vehicle and reapply some Nu Finish.

I must say, I've used a lot of products in the past (all traditional waxes), but I'm really liking this Nu Finish. I've seen it on shelves forever, but this is the first time I've used it.

I know you can't feel paint in a picture, but it's smoother than I ever thought paint could be. And the shine/color is fantastic.

Look at how many hues of gold and sandy tan pop out in the direct sunlight. I love modern paints and pallets.

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