Car care question
08-04-2004, 11:43 PM
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Zaino seems to give a really good shine, but IMHO carnuba provides a much deeper shine. Seems like you can look into the paint. I currently use Griot's Garage Best of Show. In fact I recommend their wash, polish and wax system using the random orbital.
08-04-2004, 11:48 PM
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Originally Posted by mlabat
So, is Zaino really 
the best polish, or is a carnuba wax better for the paint?
the best polish, or is a carnuba wax better for the paint?
08-05-2004, 12:00 AM
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C6 of Year Finalist (appearance mods) 2019
Originally Posted by GrayC5
C5 General is the wrong forum for this topic. Check out the Car Care Products Forum here.
He's right!!
08-05-2004, 12:47 AM
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10
Ya gotta love this place. Anyone does a wax or BSM post and it's here we go again. But for what it's worth Zaino Rocks and BSM's @#$.
08-05-2004, 01:07 AM
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13
I have used alot of car polishes over the years and i really like zaino polish and the booster spray for my 03 spiral gray metalic vette it really makes it shine. 
08-05-2004, 11:43 AM
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It's all extremely subjective. Zaino has some of the best durability. Everything else is personal opinion. Proper prep work is the key to any finish looking it's best.
www.bettercarcare.com
www.autopia.org
You can learn about techniques, products, etc.
www.bettercarcare.com
www.autopia.org
You can learn about techniques, products, etc.
08-05-2004, 02:03 PM
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~ One man’s opinion / observations ~
I’ve been detailing cars for five decades and in that time I’ve learned that there is no such thing a ‘best’ product; some products give a better look on some colours and not on others, and I will add that the ‘look better’ thing is highly subjective (beauty is in the guy of the beholder’)
The one thing in detailing that hasn’t changed in my fifty odd years is 90% surface prep, 5% product and 5% application methodology.
~ Hope this helps ~
Knowledge unshared is experience wasted
justadumbarchitect / so I question everything/ Jon
I’ve been detailing cars for five decades and in that time I’ve learned that there is no such thing a ‘best’ product; some products give a better look on some colours and not on others, and I will add that the ‘look better’ thing is highly subjective (beauty is in the guy of the beholder’)
The one thing in detailing that hasn’t changed in my fifty odd years is 90% surface prep, 5% product and 5% application methodology.
~ Hope this helps ~
Knowledge unshared is experience wasted
justadumbarchitect / so I question everything/ Jon
08-05-2004, 02:43 PM
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13
Originally Posted by TOGWT
~ One man’s opinion / observations ~
I’ve been detailing cars for five decades and in that time I’ve learned that there is no such thing a ‘best’ product; some products give a better look on some colours and not on others, and I will add that the ‘look better’ thing is highly subjective (beauty is in the guy of the beholder’)
The one thing in detailing that hasn’t changed in my fifty odd years is 90% surface prep, 5% product and 5% application methodology.
~ Hope this helps ~
Knowledge unshared is experience wasted
justadumbarchitect / so I question everything/ Jon
I’ve been detailing cars for five decades and in that time I’ve learned that there is no such thing a ‘best’ product; some products give a better look on some colours and not on others, and I will add that the ‘look better’ thing is highly subjective (beauty is in the guy of the beholder’)
The one thing in detailing that hasn’t changed in my fifty odd years is 90% surface prep, 5% product and 5% application methodology.
~ Hope this helps ~
Knowledge unshared is experience wasted
justadumbarchitect / so I question everything/ Jon
08-05-2004, 04:43 PM
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Let's see Zaino's, no no wait, was it NXT,,,mmm dunno know,,,wait,,,think it was Zaino's......mmmm, darn do not remember.....no no,,,I am sure it was NXT......this is soooo hard to remember.......oh hell.......If I knew this would have been a test, I would have studied harder....If I remember......Zaino's....aaahhhhhh forget it.... 
08-05-2004, 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by charlene
since you have detailed cars for along time what do you find is the best way to keep the inside of the chrome wheels clean i have an 03 vette.I have small hands since i am a woman so i can reach all the way into the wheel to wash it.I have alot of products but would like your take on a good product.Thank you charlene
08-06-2004, 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by charlene
since you have detailed cars for along time what do you find is the best way to keep the inside of the chrome wheels clean i have an 03 vette.I have small hands since i am a woman so i can reach all the way into the wheel to wash it.I have alot of products but would like your take on a good product.Thank you charlene
This is ‘high-jacking a thread” but I will agree with and expand upon what has been stated by ZaneO
·Remove wheels
·Hose off as much initial grime as you can.
·Use detailing clay to remove any imbedded contaminants
·Use a solvent based cleaner to remove any road tar
·Apply a solution of P21S Total Auto Wash to wheel(s) and tyres, and let soak in, agitate with a long-handled boars haired brush before rinsing
·Spray P21S Wheel Cleaner, this cleaner is 100% acid-free and will not damage any type of wheel finish. (Gel for badly soiled and regular for normal soil) onto wheel rims and lat soak in.
·Before finally removing cleaner, agitate with a soft brush and then rinse off
·Rinse wheel surface thoroughly with clean water
·Dry wheels with a towel, apply a sealant to the surface of the wheels themselves will protect the finish from brake dust and the elements and also making them easier to keep clean.
·Wax has a low melting point and will not withstand the sustained temperatures
~Hope this helps ~
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08-06-2004, 03:05 PM
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Zanio and a workout!
Zanio is great for two things, a great shine and one hell of a workout! So to keep the ole vette and the ole heart in great shape get the Z. For a great shine and no sweat, get NXT! Nuff said!!!
08-08-2004, 12:02 PM
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I think we can leave it as a personal preference... I personally like Pinnacle for carnauba or wolfgang for a paint sealant. Zaino is good too just to much time involved and to many sets..I get easily confused!
Try out a few you will find your favorite on your own!
Try out a few you will find your favorite on your own!
08-08-2004, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Strick
Zaino, any questions?