Zaino??
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From: Cambridge, Ont. Canada
Originally Posted by RBull
See my post above Colin. I doubt I will have mine quite that shiny ever. 
I did clean her up this afternoon though and she was looking mighty fine. 
I'll bet you're having fun detailing your new baby. That's when it's the most fun- when they are new!
I did clean her up this afternoon though and she was looking mighty fine. I'll bet you're having fun detailing your new baby. That's when it's the most fun- when they are new!
Balzz put me onto it, along with a couple extra buffing wheels, I'm loaded for bear.
I've been reading much of the time and not playing much. but I'll get to it now that we've got a decent spell of weather. I never did get my snows put on since my bro's Solara is still here.
. Nine days and still only about 300 clicks on her, and 200 of that was to Mississauga and back to get the clear bra installed. 
Enjoy the G now that she's out of storage. It's going to be one fine summer.
C.
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From: Cambridge, Ont. Canada
Originally Posted by Balzz
I got a tracking # when it shipped, but as usual with Canadapost, you never get any useful information until AFTER it's arrived. LOL!
Because of some projects at work, I had access to employee discounts at a major supplier and the deal at carcaresmart actually turned out to be cheaper. Wonder how they're making any money at all.
Because of some projects at work, I had access to employee discounts at a major supplier and the deal at carcaresmart actually turned out to be cheaper. Wonder how they're making any money at all.
I figure mine won't go out 'til Monday so it won't arrive 'til about Thursday/Friday.
I'm actually looking forward to Zainoing this time.
Let me know how the P/C works for you.
Colin
Originally Posted by gsedanman
Yes I even got inspired enough to get a Porter Cable orbital polisher that I'd been promising myself for too long.
Balzz put me onto it, along with a couple extra buffing wheels, I'm loaded for bear.
I've been reading much of the time and not playing much. but I'll get to it now that we've got a decent spell of weather. I never did get my snows put on since my bro's Solara is still here. . Nine days and still only about 300 clicks on her, and 200 of that was to Mississauga and back to get the clear bra installed.
Enjoy the G now that she's out of storage. It's going to be one fine summer.
C.
Balzz put me onto it, along with a couple extra buffing wheels, I'm loaded for bear.
I've been reading much of the time and not playing much. but I'll get to it now that we've got a decent spell of weather. I never did get my snows put on since my bro's Solara is still here.
. Nine days and still only about 300 clicks on her, and 200 of that was to Mississauga and back to get the clear bra installed. Enjoy the G now that she's out of storage. It's going to be one fine summer.
C.
I bought a cheap polisher many years ago and didn't end up using it that much. I'm sure the real deal would make a difference though. The "M" clicks will go on as the weather improves I'm sure. Same with the G.
BTW, our gas is now 95.9 reg and 102.9 premium at the self serves.
Speaking of bears... I got one high beam changed tonight.
Will do the driver side tomorrow. Left the tire on... I had no problems removing enough screws, plugs to pull the liner back but had trouble removing the light figuring the hold down squeeze mechanism. That part was not in the DIY. ( It was also a darn small spot to fit your hand into and fish around. Overall the DIY instructions were a help but with no pics it was harder than expected. 
Running Bull
Originally Posted by smilepro
Maybe I am missing something on this post.......what product kit are you guys talking about from that website? Buffing kit?
Ted,
I think they're talking about the Porter Cable orbital buffer.
Deane
Originally Posted by smilepro
Maybe I am missing something on this post.......what product kit are you guys talking about from that website? Buffing kit?
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From: Cambridge, Ont. Canada
Originally Posted by smilepro
Maybe I am missing something on this post.......what product kit are you guys talking about from that website? Buffing kit?
Check out their website for details and pricing.
Right now the model 7336 polisher is on sale with free shipping and is reckoned to be one of the best polishers.
EDIT. Yes sorry Ted, I missed that too. Here's a pic of the 'kit' you need for the polisher including a backing plate, buffer, cutter, etc.
Last edited by Msedanman; Mar 19, 2005 at 10:21 AM.
Originally Posted by smilepro
Maybe I am missing something on this post.......what product kit are you guys talking about from that website? Buffing kit?
Sorry about that. After reading the reply from Balzz I realize what you were asking.
Deane
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From: Rothesay, New Brunswick, Canada
So from my understanding, all the Zaino ZFX does is accelerate the drying time, correct? If I am correct, it seems like a lot of money just for speeding up the drying time. 
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Originally Posted by canuck
So from my understanding, all the Zaino ZFX does is accelerate the drying time, correct? If I am correct, it seems like a lot of money just for speeding up the drying time.
If it's cold and damp such as in the winter, spring, and fall, the applied wax won't dry properly making it very hard to remove when polishing. The ZFX gives it the ability to dry and be removed easily.
If you always wax in warm, dry conditions, then you don't need ZFX.
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From: Toronto, GTA north
Originally Posted by gsedanman
It is expensive, Shane, but I've found ZFX very handy in the event that conditons were not optimum for waxing.
If it's cold and damp such as in the winter, spring, and fall, the applied wax won't dry properly making it very hard to remove when polishing. The ZFX gives it the ability to dry and be removed easily.
If you always wax in warm, dry conditions, then you don't need ZFX.
If it's cold and damp such as in the winter, spring, and fall, the applied wax won't dry properly making it very hard to remove when polishing. The ZFX gives it the ability to dry and be removed easily.
If you always wax in warm, dry conditions, then you don't need ZFX.
With the ZFX I can do three coats of Zaino in one day.
My spring routine is:
1. first coat Z-2
2. clean & buff
3. then Z-6 gloss enhancer (adds to deep look)
4. second coat Z-2
5. clean & buff
6. then Z-6 gloss enhancer
7. third coat Z-2
8. clean & buff
9. then finish with Z-6 gloss enhancer
yah, yah I know..... you can say what you're thinking
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Joined: Nov 2004
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From: Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Boy you guys must have alot of confidence in yourselves to use a polisher like that on your rides. Maybe I am paranoid because my car is black! I have a light compound recommended for black ( I believe it is called Farecla G10, anyone hear of it?) Anyhow, not absolutely sure it is necessary...my car shows some slight spider webbing under direct light. I am thinking that a couple coats of Z5 would take car of this though. Any thoughts guys? What makes these polishers that you guys ordered so special? Time to check out their website!
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From: Rothesay, New Brunswick, Canada
Originally Posted by inTgr8r
If I can add to Colins reply above....
With the ZFX I can do three coats of Zaino in one day.
My spring routine is:
1. first coat Z-2
2. clean & buff
3. then Z-6 gloss enhancer (adds to deep look)
4. second coat Z-2
5. clean & buff
6. then Z-6 gloss enhancer
7. third coat Z-2
8. clean & buff
9. then finish with Z-6 gloss enhancer
yah, yah I know..... you can say what you're thinking
With the ZFX I can do three coats of Zaino in one day.
My spring routine is:
1. first coat Z-2
2. clean & buff
3. then Z-6 gloss enhancer (adds to deep look)
4. second coat Z-2
5. clean & buff
6. then Z-6 gloss enhancer
7. third coat Z-2
8. clean & buff
9. then finish with Z-6 gloss enhancer
yah, yah I know..... you can say what you're thinking
Thanks for your help Ian. I am going to order first thing on Monday I think....I want to make sure I have it ready for the spring.
Originally Posted by smilepro
Boy you guys must have alot of confidence in yourselves to use a polisher like that on your rides. Maybe I am paranoid because my car is black! I have a light compound recommended for black ( I believe it is called Farecla G10, anyone hear of it?)