posted 09-24-2001 09:33 PM                  

The ClayBar product is great if trying to remove small particles like flecks of paint or grit. I've used it on two of my other cars that inadvertently covers with a fine spray from painting my house!

posted 09-24-2001 10:04 PM                  

Where did I go wrong in life saying I trust and value his opinions??? Donnie - more help needed!!!

posted 09-25-2001 12:33 AM                  

I use all 3M and am pleased with the results when I keep up with it. One year later, after applying show wax, and I still get an incredible bead on water.

Guess I could call and ask, but am lazy. Can any Zaino users straighten me out?

AC, you must be getting old. You are to trusting. Big Red to the national championship. Trust that one??

Someone please get me straight. I'd switch if someone can honestly tell me Zaino is better than 3M.

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Jeff
Black 2K
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Carlini Transmission Cooler Cover
Mopar mud flaps (front/back)
Chrome Shimmers
Mac Motorsports Intake
Much more on the way....

posted 09-25-2001 07:28 AM                  

I've tried a lot of products for various cars with mixed results. Zaino has two advantages over any other products.

1.The "OTHER" wax/polish ALWAYS has to be applied in Cool/Shaded spot.

2. The "OTHER" wax/polish ALWAYS leave a residue, that I have to clean off later.

Here's the Zaino Cheat Sheet, if you really want to take your breath away! I found it on our site a while back. I'll re-list it so you don't have to look it up.

Zaino Cheat Sheet

1.Wash Car with a mixture of Dawn dishwashing liquid and water (Dawn has a high alkaline content that cuts right through carnauba wax, paraffin, silicone oils, etc.). Wash it down 2 or 3 times to make sure the wax is all removed. Mix one ounce of Dawn to 2.5 gallons of water. Important: Do not use Dawn on your car every time you wash it. Use it this one time to prep for the first Zaino application.

2.OPTIONAL STEP - Z-18 ClayBar Step - use if surface is not smooth as glass or to make sure all the contaminants are removed from paint. While using ClayBar make sure you are keeping the surface area well lubricated. Use a spray bottle filled up with a mixture of 12 ounces of water to a half a capful of Z-7 Car Wash for this purpose. Important: Do not use the ClayBar every time you wash your car.

3.After step 1 and step 2 (if performed) re-wash the entire vehicle with Z-7 Car Wash. Thoroughly dry car using white 100% cotton towels made in the U.S.A. Preferably Cannon or Fieldcrest.

4.Now it's time to use Z-1 Polish Lok. Apply using a circular motion. Z-1 does not need to dry before step 5. Rinse applicator off with water and wring out leaving moist. Now you are ready for step 5.

5.Apply Z-5 Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches or Z-2 Show Car Polish. Suggest using the Z-5 first. You can leave Z-2 or Z-5 on for hours or overnight if you desire. I always leave it on overnight to be sure it's dry. When it is not humid Z-2 will take anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes to dry. Depending on how heavy you applied it. People have applied Z-2 in the Arizona sun and it dried in approx. 3 to 5 minutes. It's been applied in 38-degree temperatures and it took about 2 to 3 hours to dry. Be patient. It's worth it. Different situations affect drying times. Also, remember you have Z-1 and Z-5 both on the car. Those are two products that have to dry at one time. Z-2 or Z-5 does not contain any oils and once it's dry will never ever look smeary or feel greasy. To test if Z-2 or Z-5 is dry and ready to be removed wipe your finger on a hazed section. It should immediately come off and leave a crystal clear finish. If it smears, it is still wet. If you remove Z-2 or Z-5 before it is thoroughly dry and get any smears, just wipe down the car with a damp cotton towel. This will remove any smears. Then you can re-apply it. When dry you should remove the polish/residue using large white 100% cotton towels made in the U.S.A. After a successful application and removal of Zaino Z-2 or Z-5, you should wait 24 hours if the outside temperature is under 70 degrees and 6 hours if over 70 degrees before applying the next coat of Z-5 or Z-2. Start this countdown after you have removed a coat not when you apply it. You can switch to Z-2 as soon as you are happy with the way the paint finish looks. Example, no more swirls, scratches etc. It's up to you. Z-2 has higher optical properties than Z-5. You can go from Z-2 to Z-5 and then back to Z-2 as often as you want. Z-2 and Z-5 are 100% compatible and interchangeable. Note: You should always end up with Z-2 as the last coat because of its higher optics. Remember to use Z-6 Gloss Enhancer between every coat of Z-5 or Z-2.
Tip: When applying Show Car Polish do the following: On all Top surfaces of vehicle, use a back and forth motion (from front bumper towards windshield). On all Side surfaces (doors, fenders, etc.) use a vertical motion, up and down. This technique will increase the way light attracts and reflects off of the Show Car Polish. The body lines and contours of your vehicle will seem to glow. This trick really works.
Remember to use Z-6 "Gloss Enhancer" spray between every coat of Show Car Polish. Its anti-static properties will reduce dust and dirt pickup by 60%. Z-6 can be used immediately after removing Z-5 or Z-2 or right before applying the next coat of Z-5 or Z-2. For an extra gloss look use Z-6 before and after Z-5 or Z-2.

6.Use Z-6 Gloss Enhancer between every coat of Z-5 or Z-2. Use sparingly, very lightly mist a small 1' x 1' section at a time and immediately wipe with a 100% cotton towel, turning towel frequently, until completely slick and dry. Repeat until entire vehicle is done. Do not let Z-6 dry on car without wiping.

7.Your final step should always be to finish with Z-2.

Maintenance:
When you reach the level of enhancement you like, normal maintenance with Z-7 Car Wash and Z-6 Gloss Enhancer spray is all that's necessary. Add another coat of Z-2 and/or Z-5 when you feel necessary making sure to follow the rules in step 5.

posted 09-25-2001 06:42 PM                  

Check out most waxes, they include carnuba which leads to a yellowing hue. Zanio does not.

As for beading water, well there's a tough subject. Years ago that was no doubt the sign of a great wax--maybe not any more. New paints don't have the resilence of older paint (probably have to do with the removal of lead). Acid rain damage is something we never heard of before and it is caused by water beading up on a paint job. The bead contains air contanmiants, dust, and such. Sun then hits the bead and creates heat (like the magnify glass being used to start a fire). The dust and such then get burned into the paint around the edges of the water bead leaving Acid Rain damage. Some argue that a great polish/wax should cause water to flow off of your car in sheet, which I tend to agree with.

Enough rambling--get Zanio and you'll be impressed. BTW, I've seen other clubs get short term deals with Sal (one was buy 4 items and get a free bottle of car wash). With enough interest, we may want to ask Sal.

posted 09-25-2001 11:36 PM                  

I'll probably give it a try. Willing to try anything once, well almost anything.

I have seen the cheat sheet before, but thanks for the reminder.

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Jeff
Black 2K
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Carlini Transmission Cooler Cover
Mopar mud flaps (front/back)
Chrome Shimmers
Mac Motorsports Intake
Much more on the way....

posted 09-26-2001 09:50 AM                  

No, I don't own stock in Zaino -or- work for them -or- have a distributorship - just a normal user. If YOU are willing to drive your Prowler here , I'll do the Zaino steps for free. This is due to your advanced age, I respect my elders.

posted 11-05-2001 12:58 PM                  

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*99 Yellow
*Borla Exhaust
*Mud Flaps
*Mac Cold Air
*Yellow Windshield Banner "Prowler"
*MGW Prowler Hitch Cover "COOL"
*Logo Valve Stem Caps
*Chrome Wheels Done Aftermarket
*No Bumpers
*Tom Mills Bumper Covers
*Removed Visors
*Chrome License Plate Frame
*Ceramic Brake Pads
*SOON TO HAVE:

*Shimmers
*Chrome Cooler Cover
*Rear Belly Pan

posted 11-08-2001 01:49 PM                  

I don't know how you get this many responses to a seemingly innocent statement...it's probably just that new "eagle" signature...or... a need for attention!

posted 11-09-2001 08:48 AM                  

Ed,
I can't take credit for the product or the procedures, just the results on my car. I think any product that does what it claims, deserves a "plug" sometimes. I've bought too many that didn't live up to the hype. And by the way, "It is my riveting personality, charm, wit and good looks" --are you still taking your medication? Check out the Skyline pics', I finally found my "plug" to download them from my camera to the site. Tell Sandy, Hi!