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Old 02-05-2012, 03:36 PM
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What is the best detail spray? I use a lot of it and some is expensive
Old 02-05-2012, 04:09 PM
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I have used Mothers spray wax for years. It gives a wonderful shine, and smells like cinnamon. I decided to try a new one lately, and decided on Turtle Wax Ice spray wax. It is the hardest stuff to use I have ever seen. Takes a good few minutes of rubbing to get it all off, even with microfiber. So, it's back to Mothers.
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Griot's Garage Speed Shine is great stuff in a market full of great products. You may find an equal but none better.
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Try Optimums Quick Detailer and Gloss Enhancing spray, its very good and affordable too. Beats everything at retail IMO. Use it sparingly and you can dilute it or use it on damp cars.

http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-inst...iler-17oz.html
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Zaino Z6 is my go to detail spray. I like Z8 Grand Finale as a finish to a full detail.
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Originally Posted by capevettes
Zaino Z6 is my go to detail spray. I like Z8 Grand Finale as a finish to a full detail.
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Zaino Z6 has always been my favorite, but you need to try Aerospace 303 detailer....it is every bit as good or maybe just a touch better than Zaino.
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i second the person who says use Griot's
Old 02-06-2012, 07:43 PM
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I have tried quite a few myself over time. I am currently using Finish Kare 425. I heard that it was somewhat anti static so I thought I'd give it a try. It has certainly cut down on the dust build up between washings especially on the rear so me thinks it's working. Also, a little goes a long way and doesn't streak. I have a bottle of the 303 detailer which works excellent as well but I find on darker colors it can be a little streaky.
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I'll third the Zaino vote. Z6 also can be diluted 50/50. Only problem is it has to be ordered. Good luck with hunt.
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I tried "Body Shine" by JaxWax and really liked it after someone on this forum gave their products a good review. They sell it in different sizes. I started with a 16 OZ to try it out and just ordered a gallon.
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Another vote for griots speed shine
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I also use Griots
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Tried many including the ones mentioned above and have always come back to Z6. I also have found Z6 has excellent anti static properties.
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For my truck, I use Mother's. Works well and I can go buy a bottle at the store on a nice day.

For the Vette, I use the companion product of whatever sealant I'm using. Currently, that is Blackfire (which is more like Z8 than Z6), but I used Z6 when I used Zaino.


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I have used Adams, and most recently Meguairs, ran out and tried the Turtle Wax Detail Spray and was pleasantly surprised. No streaking, goes on nice and leaves a good shine.
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for qd removing dust i use ONR at QD levels, For gloss fk425 or duragloss fast clean and shine

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Originally Posted by leebay
I also use Griots
Can you buy it at a auto parts store or do you have to order online
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Originally Posted by baja1994
Can you buy it at a auto parts store or do you have to order online
Advance Auto is carrying Griot's products now. Otherwise you need to buy it direct from Griot's or Autogeek.net.
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