How To Wash, Clay & Protect Your Car In Direct Sun

How To Wash, Clay & Protect Your Car In Direct Sun

June 17, 2026 · 15 min

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Jimbo Balaam shares a modern process for washing, claying, and protecting a car in direct sunlight.

Most people think you can't wash a car in direct sunlight without causing water spots, streaks, or frustration. That used to be true. In this video, I show you how to wash, clay, and protect your vehicle outside in direct sun using a modern process that takes about 20 minutes from start to finish. We'll foam a dry vehicle, perform a pre-soak, clay the paint using a clay towel, apply protection using Wax N Relax, and dry the vehicle—all without needing a garage, canopy, or perfect weather. This is the same process I use to make detailing faster, easier, and more enjoyable while still achieving amazing results. PRODUCTS TALKED ABOUT: Wax 'n Relax: https://jimbosdetailing.com/WnR - Use code RELAX for 20% OFF Bundles: https://jimbosdetailing.com/collections/bundles The Gloss Boss: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TGB Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TAS or on Amazon https://amzn.to/4r5UxYr The Super Soaper: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TSS or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/49KEM2d Picture Perfect Polish: https://jimbosdetailing.com/PPP or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4sQWpWu Microfiber towels: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/orange-wash-microfiber or…

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Host: Jimbo Balaam

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Products: Wax 'n Relax, The Gloss Boss, Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray, The Super Soaper, Picture Perfect Polish, Microfiber towels, Cut & Finish Pad, Finishing Pad

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