Is there an equivalent of Blackfire Crystal Seal
08-10-2016, 03:51 PM
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Is there an equivalent of Blackfire Crystal Seal
Have used Blackfire Crystal Seal and found it to be good, though I applied differently as if I did as instructed it left streaks so I applied by lightly spraying the paint then buffed dry with a microfiber cloth, shined good. Reason I asked if there is an equivalent product is the Blackfire products are good but there customer service leaves a lot to be desired. My credit card company took care of most of the problem. Basically I ordered 2 8oz bottles for free shipping and they sent and charged me for 2 8oz that I ordered and a 4oz bottle. I called and informed them, I said if I ordered 2 8oz bottles why would I order a 4oz also, they were sarcastic and all they said was send the 4oz back at my expense for their error but would have cost me just as much. So I got fed up and sent the whole order back, they charged me the free shipping so I explained it to my credit card company and they took care of it, was just out my return shipping. Like I said good product but lousy company so am looking for an equivalent product not by them or their associate companies.
08-10-2016, 04:13 PM
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Steve, the best person to communicate with here is "glen e". He is our resident expert on paint care. Send him a PM, he's a great guy and he will answer you quickly.
08-10-2016, 04:48 PM
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Steve, I get my Blackfire products from AutoGeek.net! I guarantee you that you won't have problems with them....
08-10-2016, 05:49 PM
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Save your money ..Turtle Wax and Shine easy .. shine great ..and cheap... have used Backfire ..liquid Glass..Zymol ... and every other product out there ...save your money .... for long term protection Collonite Insulater 2 coats ...
Last edited by Steve Garrett; 08-10-2016 at 08:30 PM.
08-10-2016, 09:39 PM
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Crystal seal = ultima paint guard
I can't tell the difference after 3 months, both work great. I've done the side by side test, something I wish more would do here:
I can't tell the difference after 3 months, both work great. I've done the side by side test, something I wish more would do here:
Last edited by Glen e; 08-10-2016 at 09:43 PM.
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08-10-2016, 09:54 PM
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Did not use Zaino on my prior Vettes but the fellow who parked his same model Vette next to me at work always looked better. But he mixed the product as advised and used multiple coats. When I got my C7 decided to try it but found an easy way to use that it supported by Sal at Zaino. Because of my dark color Sal recommended Z-5. However rather than mixing with their fixit for multiple coats I use one coat and after applying and buffing by hand I immediately use their CS (Clear Seal.) Gives a higher gloss than straight CS and Sal says it fixes the Z-5. Love CS, it takes 5 minutes to apply. Just apply and let dry-no buffing. Can use it straight on the wheels and my side skirts.
The secret to using Zaino, which is in the instructions but hard to follow and believe, is to use very little! Put it on heavier than recommended and the Z-5 it hard to remove. The CS will streak. It goes a very long way and lasts for several years.
Last edited by JerryU; 08-10-2016 at 09:57 PM.
08-11-2016, 10:47 AM
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Try Collinite 845 Insulator wax, easy on and off, reasonable price, and great long lasting results.