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Old 08-15-2012, 10:17 PM
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greetings from chile, is zaino difil to apply? forums talk a lot of heat, moisture, scratches etc. may
Old 08-15-2012, 11:19 PM
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Not really, but the key is to make sure the paint is as bare as possible (Dawn wash) and apply it super extra thin. This will eliminate streaks and allow it to dry quicker for better removal. I might add that a spritz of Z6 on each panel will certainly help the sealant glide across the finish easier during application.

btw - are you using Z2 or Z5?
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thanks friend I'm actually buy the product zaino and wanted to ask a little about how hard it is to apply, cars of various colors, black, wine, white, gray would be to use those colors in zaino.


that have reviews of Blackfire diamond vs. zaino in terms of gloss?
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No problem. If you do some research, you'll find that many people think Zaino is extremely reflective and durable. (on all colors). It's also very easy to use if done sparingly.
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If used correctly it is very easy to use. It comes off incredibly easy with no dust or residue and the shine is fantastic. Z-5 Polish is very universal and works great with all colors.
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All you will need is the following:


Clay Bar: Z-18 ClayBar

For a polish: Meguiars Mirror Glaze #2 Fine Cut Cleaner

Pre-wax cleaner: Griot's Garage Paint Prep.

Sealants: Z-5 PRO Show Car Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches and Z-CS Clear Seal

Detail Spray: Z-6 Ultra Clean Gloss Enhancer Spray
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Thanks, I applied the truth and the results are amazing, it is true that zaino is prone to water spots or not?
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Originally Posted by sergio200
Thanks, I applied the truth and the results are amazing, it is true that zaino is prone to water spots or not?
NO,,,never ever had them as long as I have used Zainos.
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Originally Posted by sergio200
Thanks, I applied the truth and the results are amazing, it is true that zaino is prone to water spots or not?
From time to time I'd read that some people had water spot issues. When I used it years ago, I had no issues.
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ok thanks, that logically of no water spots or how to prevent it?


is true that could come with the ZFX Zaino already included?


and seen it elsewhere, or are too distant for this to happen?
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http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru....php?t=256136:
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Never ever had a water spot issue with Zaino.
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Originally Posted by sergio200
ok thanks, that logically of no water spots or how to prevent it?


is true that could come with the ZFX Zaino already included?


and seen it elsewhere, or are too distant for this to happen?
Do not waste your money on buying the ZFX. I have use it before countless times. I never never got any greater shine or finish whether or not I used it. And, I never had any problems with applying two or more coats within a 24 hour period either. Waste of money in my opinion.
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Meguiars Clay
Meguires 105 Ultra Cut (Lake Country Yellow Pad)
Meguires 205 Ultra Cut (Lake Country Orange Pad)
Menzerna IP2000 Polish (Lake Country White Pad)
Menzerna FF3000 Final Polish (Lake Country Red Pad)
Sonax Premium Class Wax (Hand)
Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish (Lake Country Red Pad)
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As long as you apply it this it is one of the easiest products to apply and remove IMHO. It also last longer than anything else on the market.
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Originally Posted by c6vetteinhouston
Do not waste your money on buying the ZFX. I have use it before countless times. I never never got any greater shine or finish whether or not I used it. And, I never had any problems with applying two or more coats within a 24 hour period either. Waste of money in my opinion.
ZFX is not about greater shine, it's about allowing the additional coats to bond to each other properly. If you do one coat every 24 hours, it's not an issue.
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Originally Posted by ILLUSHN
ZFX is not about greater shine, it's about allowing the additional coats to bond to each other properly. If you do one coat every 24 hours, it's not an issue.
I know what the ZFX is used for, to speed up the time for drying and curing, and to allow more applications of Z5 or Z2 within a 24 hours window. My intent was to say, during several tests I conducted to see whether or not I really needed to use this product and to see if it made any difference in applying more coats within 24 hours, per directions of Z5 or Z2, I did not see any difference as to the use or need of this products. I had no streaking or bonding issues what so ever. My finish was the best optical finish, per same as pics we have seen on here, whether or not I did or did not use ZFX. SO, IMO, just me, it is not worth spending money on to achieve the same results.

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