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Old 09-03-2005, 03:42 PM
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Default Zaino Z6 or Z8 between coats of Z2 Pro

Just started applying the Z2 PRO. Do you layer Z6 or Z8 between coats?
Old 09-03-2005, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by oak3x
Just started applying the Z2 PRO. Do you layer Z6 or Z8 between coats?
I use Z6 between coats of Z2pro.
Old 09-03-2005, 09:31 PM
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I do not...and I get the same results when I did do that.......I am sure I am sure, but when I did do that for several months, again, I did not see any difference in the shine, durability, or in-prefections.
Old 09-03-2005, 10:13 PM
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Z6 between coats and Z8 for your final coat.
Old 09-04-2005, 12:50 AM
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I've relegated the Z6 for the engine, wheels, door sills, rails and exhaust.

The Z8 is now applied on the body after every wash and it looks great!
Old 09-04-2005, 07:52 AM
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I've never used Z-6 when same day layering coats.
I can't see any benefit by doing so.
Old 09-04-2005, 10:29 AM
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You can use either product between coats.

Z-6 is cheaper to use in the long run.

The main reason you apply Z-6/Z-8 before the next coat is that it makes the next coat go on easier. You will use less product as a result.
Old 09-05-2005, 02:19 PM
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Perfect timing for this post. I just put another coat of Z-2 down 17 minutes ago

This morning I ordered the Z-8 since everyone keeps saying how it finishes off the shine...

Of course, I could not stop there so I wanted to try some of the other products:
  • ZFX
  • Z8
  • Z2
  • Z9
  • Z10
  • A shiney ZANIO sticker
Old 09-06-2005, 01:21 AM
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There's another advantage to using a quick Z6 before the next Z2Pro coat:

if you use too much Z2Pro or Z5, or if you don't apply evenly, you can get some smearing. So far I've only noticed this on a black car easily, very minimal on Victory Red. The Z6 does a good job of wiping off these smears, getting the look more uniform before adding the next coat.

Also , I do give one or two quick sprays of Z6 to the cotton applicator before applying coats of Z5 and Z2 - I think it helps to spread the product more evenly and thinly.

(is that a word?)
Old 09-06-2005, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by bugman
There's another advantage to using a quick Z6 before the next Z2Pro coat:

if you use too much Z2Pro or Z5, or if you don't apply evenly, you can get some smearing. So far I've only noticed this on a black car easily, very minimal on Victory Red. The Z6 does a good job of wiping off these smears, getting the look more uniform before adding the next coat.

Also , I do give one or two quick sprays of Z6 to the cotton applicator before applying coats of Z5 and Z2 - I think it helps to spread the product more evenly and thinly.

(is that a word?)


I think "thinnierest" is the correct word!
Old 09-06-2005, 12:35 PM
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im addicited to the smell of z-8 i use in between every coat
Old 09-07-2005, 01:46 AM
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Originally Posted by KenI
I use Z6 between coats of Z2pro.


Then Z8 over the last coat of Z2Pro...wow!!
Old 09-07-2005, 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by ufso
I think "thinnierest" is the correct word!
Old 09-07-2005, 07:50 AM
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The Z-6 is also perfect for keeping the car looking great between washings. It also removes fresh water spots. I use the Z-6 before I apply the polish to make sure the surface has no water spots or anything else on it. It removes static and makes the surface very slick. The Z-8 definitely gives the best final touch.
Old 09-08-2005, 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Kevin V
... I use the Z-6 before I apply the polish to make sure the surface has no water spots or anything else on it.
great point -- I've got to remember to do that BEFORE applying the first coat of Z5. I always forget.
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Holy S_ _ _!!!!

The Z-8 was sitting at the door when I got home from work. So I put another coat of Z-2 Pro down then finished it off with the Z-8.

All I can say is DAYUM the paint looks unbelievable! I'm heading to a car show in the morning, and cannot wait to show off the paint!

In the garage with the overheads the paint looks liquid wet! I cannot wait to see it in the sun!!!!

TIME TO GO BACK OUT AND DO SOME MORE POLISHING ON THE ENGINE
Old 09-10-2005, 10:04 PM
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I wash, z8,z2 pro, z8 then go for a drive with the best shine you can get

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