Best way to use Zaino?
04-08-2013, 12:10 AM
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04-08-2013, 12:15 AM
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04-08-2013, 12:37 AM
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04-08-2013, 01:29 AM
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When I first bought clear seal I was like, $30 for this tiny bottle? But that was over 6 years ago and I am still using the same bottle. A little really goes along way. ZCS has to be the easiest of all the zaino products. For me AIO and ZCS is all you need. If you are trying to take out steps you can try to use ZCS by itself without AIO and see how you like it. Some people will just use multiple layers of ZCS and call it a day.
04-08-2013, 09:57 AM
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Future details I just use the Clear Sealant followed by Z8. Great shine and durability. Very easy to use and not time consuming at all.
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Future details I just use the Clear Sealant followed by Z8. Great shine and durability. Very easy to use and not time consuming at all.
04-08-2013, 07:19 PM
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When I first bought clear seal I was like, $30 for this tiny bottle? But that was over 6 years ago and I am still using the same bottle. A little really goes along way. ZCS has to be the easiest of all the zaino products. For me AIO and ZCS is all you need. If you are trying to take out steps you can try to use ZCS by itself without AIO and see how you like it. Some people will just use multiple layers of ZCS and call it a day.
I think the AIO with the ZCS works fine. I put on the AIO and ZCS yesterday.
04-08-2013, 10:14 PM
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I could be wrong but I think all have the same durability. If you're looking for simple go AIO. If you want the next time you "wax" use Z2. I only do one coat at a time and trade off between Z5 and Z2.
04-09-2013, 01:29 PM
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Yes. ZFX does two things. It is a catalyst for the sealants to bond properly to your paint if using Z2 or Z5 and it enables you to do up to three coats in one 24 hour period if you so wish.
AIO has something in it that is similar but you're not supposed to do multiple layers in one day with just AIO.
If you want simple go that way and just use some Z6 or Z8 after and you'll be all set.
AIO has something in it that is similar but you're not supposed to do multiple layers in one day with just AIO.
If you want simple go that way and just use some Z6 or Z8 after and you'll be all set.
04-09-2013, 01:44 PM
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Correct, Z-AIO has mild cleaners and it will remove the previous layer if you do multiple layers. With LS WON’s back and neck issues, the least number and easiest steps would be best. I think the Z-AIO topped with ZCS is your best bet. I would say do that every 6 months. Then just use ZCS after every wash and you should be golden.
As far as durability...
Z-AIO claims up to 6 months
ZCS claims up to 9 months
Z2 claims up to 4 months
Of course your mileage will vary.
As far as durability...
Z-AIO claims up to 6 months
ZCS claims up to 9 months
Z2 claims up to 4 months
Of course your mileage will vary.
04-09-2013, 01:59 PM
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Correct, Z-AIO has mild cleaners and it will remove the previous layer if you do multiple layers. With LS WON’s back and neck issues, the least number and easiest steps would be best. I think the Z-AIO topped with ZCS is your best bet. I would say do that every 6 months. Then just use ZCS after every wash and you should be golden.
As far as durability...
Z-AIO claims up to 6 months
ZCS claims up to 9 months
Z2 claims up to 4 months
Of course your mileage will vary.
As far as durability...
Z-AIO claims up to 6 months
ZCS claims up to 9 months
Z2 claims up to 4 months
Of course your mileage will vary.
04-09-2013, 02:17 PM
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To me a “polish” in a traditional sense doesn’t have any real durability. One would use a polish to (1) hide any paint defects and (2) restore shine. I personally would never use a polish by itself and I would usually top it off with a wax or sealant for true protection.
One of my old time favorites in the past was Meguiars Mirror Glaze #7 topped with Meguiar's Gold Class wax. But by the end of this process my arms would be dead. But the shine was amazing.
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04-09-2013, 03:23 PM
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Hmm...Zaino's website just says "Expect months of durability" so there is no telling but I interpret that as "2 to 3 months"
To me a “polish” in a traditional sense doesn’t have any real durability. One would use a polish to (1) hide any paint defects and (2) restore shine. I personally would never use a polish by itself and I would usually top it off with a wax or sealant for true protection.
One of my old time favorites in the past was Meguiars Mirror Glaze #7 topped with Meguiar's Gold Class wax. But by the end of this process my arms would be dead. But the shine was amazing.
To me a “polish” in a traditional sense doesn’t have any real durability. One would use a polish to (1) hide any paint defects and (2) restore shine. I personally would never use a polish by itself and I would usually top it off with a wax or sealant for true protection.
One of my old time favorites in the past was Meguiars Mirror Glaze #7 topped with Meguiar's Gold Class wax. But by the end of this process my arms would be dead. But the shine was amazing.