most effective zaino products - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

porschedude · 12-26-2006, 09:12 AM

although they will try to sell you everything else. You can get clay bar from local auto store...clay bat makes the surface baby smooth. Using Z2 is like putting a layer of glass over the car and you can put layers over layers. The shine is so (mirror-like)unbelievable that you would not want to use anything else. Be careful never to use any dish washing liquid to wash car, which can remove the Zaino.

Perfectlap · 12-26-2006, 10:38 AM

I agree completely, most high end polishes both clean and protect. But the detailing product companies all want to sell twelve different products to have you believe you will be at a sizeable disadvatage unles you use all of their sealants and waxes etc.
As far as paint is concerned, a good polish and a quick shine spray(I prefer anti-statics) are all you really need to keep the surface shiny and protected year round.
Believe me I have $pent allllllllotttt of time and money figuring this out.
But some people see it as a hobby and enjoy experimentation.

djomlas · 12-26-2006, 01:52 PM

thx a lot.

i just ordered it from their site. in the order form it asked for club affiliation, well lets jsut say i mentioned 986forum.com

ill post pics once i detail the car

blinkwatt · 12-26-2006, 04:40 PM

So let me get this straight before I place an order. You can use Z-2 without the ZFX accelerator kit? How many layers of the Z-2 do you guys use? Can it be topped/sealed with a carnuaba?

djomlas · 12-26-2006, 04:47 PM

did u read the instructions on their site how to use this? the less you use the better

blinkwatt · 12-26-2006, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by djomlas

did u read the instructions on their site how to use this? the less you use the better

Yeah I read that and also read this off of their website,a little confusing;
Z-2 Confusion
"And while a single application of Z-2 PRO™ should provide months of long lasting good looks, Z-2 PRO™ can be layered for even greater results."

djomlas · 12-26-2006, 04:57 PM

"NOTE: Z-2 PRO™ is extremely durable and should provide at least 6 months of protection for your vehicle. If your goals are maximum shine and maximum protection on everyday vehicles, we recommend 3-4 applications per year. For show car owners, multiple coats will provide the wettest-looking, deepest, most distortion-free finish you can imagine."

12-26-2006, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by blinkwatt

So let me get this straight before I place an order. You can use Z-2 without the ZFX accelerator kit? How many layers of the Z-2 do you guys use? Can it be topped/sealed with a carnuaba?

Hey Blink, you won't need (or want any) carnuaba after using the Z2. I have only used the ZFX a few times. Not really needed if you have ample drying time between coats.

I have a total of about 30 coats of Z2 and Z5 (interchangable) on my car right now.

NickCats · 12-27-2006, 07:45 AM

All I have used so far is Z-5 and I am very happy with the results.

bmussatti, what is the difference between Z-2 and Z-5 ?

Nick

12-27-2006, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by NickCats

All I have used so far is Z-5 and I am very happy with the results.

bmussatti, what is the difference between Z-2 and Z-5 ?

Nick

Hey Nick:

Merry Christmas to you and "C"!! I hope you had a great first-Christmas together!

Z5 is a great project, and has a little/slight stratch cover quality to it. You can use Z2 one day and Z5 the next. They are completely compatible with each other.

MNBoxster · 12-27-2006, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by NickCats

All I have used so far is Z-5 and I am very happy with the results.

bmussatti, what is the difference between Z-2 and Z-5 ?

Nick

Hi,

The Z5 has some scratch filler in it and is 95% Optically Pure (Transparent) while the Z2 lacks the fillers and is 98% Optically Pure (according to Sal Zaino). In plain english, the Z2 shines a little better...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99