I clayed the truck today. I washed it didn't bother to dry it I just sprayed detailer on the wet surface and clayed worked for me. I like saving a step if possible. When I got done I threw the clay out the door. Then I proceeded to wipe down the truck with detailer and the big white towel. Hit it with the polish then buttery wax. VRT the trim and decals wow on the decals. Thought to myself why not use that spent clay on the tailpipes. so I did don't matter how dirty the clay is wow on the pipes. So Idea of the month don't throw your clay out use it on your tailpipe tips.