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#16
07-11-2006, 10:04 AM
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Looks awsome!!!! Paint is very glossy and deep, just the way I'd like my paint to be.
Originally Posted by ballisticus
Yep, the prep is where the magic is. But how to prep is very dependent on the color, the condition of the paint, and whether you want the absolute mirror finish for a show (polish) that lasts for a few weeks, or you want a less brilliant finish that offers longer protection. For my black sedan, the best balance between swirl removal, shine, and length of protection has been the Meguiars #9 to prep, followed by the NXT liquid tech wax.
I have tried the clay bar, Zaino #5, followed by the #2 and their gloss spray stuff. I have also tried the Zymol. At the end of the day, the Meguiars stuff works just as well for 1/3 the price available at Wal-Mart. It also applies very easy and removes clean. Just dont let it sit too long and NEVER apply in direct sun. It will be a bitch to remove. Jusy my experience, YMMV.
I have tried the clay bar, Zaino #5, followed by the #2 and their gloss spray stuff. I have also tried the Zymol. At the end of the day, the Meguiars stuff works just as well for 1/3 the price available at Wal-Mart. It also applies very easy and removes clean. Just dont let it sit too long and NEVER apply in direct sun. It will be a bitch to remove. Jusy my experience, YMMV.
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07-11-2006, 10:09 AM
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I put on pictures of the mods just for fun
#18
07-11-2006, 11:20 AM
Storebought - Meguiar's NXT or Mother's FX are very good, but suffer from poor durability.
Online purchased - Zaino Z5 Pro, period.
I have tried *every* 'hot' product out there (sans Werkstatt). I have tried and tested them all and while Zaino used to have a more 'plastic' look, the new Z5 Pro looks just like a wax, deep and wet. It is absolute cake to apply and you barely use any (.25 oz/car incl. wheels/glass). Durability with regular maintenance (Z7 wash, Z8 spray once a week) should easily push you past the 6 month mark.
Online purchased - Zaino Z5 Pro, period.
I have tried *every* 'hot' product out there (sans Werkstatt). I have tried and tested them all and while Zaino used to have a more 'plastic' look, the new Z5 Pro looks just like a wax, deep and wet. It is absolute cake to apply and you barely use any (.25 oz/car incl. wheels/glass). Durability with regular maintenance (Z7 wash, Z8 spray once a week) should easily push you past the 6 month mark.
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07-11-2006, 11:30 AM
#20
07-11-2006, 11:35 AM
Originally Posted by picus112
Period? 
Z5 Pro is very nice; looks great, awesome durabilty, super easy to use. I still don't think it looks just like a wax, though. If you do prefer the look of a wax you could always top it with one; Nattys Blue, Souveran, P21S, Clearkote Carnauba, all good options.
Z5 Pro is very nice; looks great, awesome durabilty, super easy to use. I still don't think it looks just like a wax, though. If you do prefer the look of a wax you could always top it with one; Nattys Blue, Souveran, P21S, Clearkote Carnauba, all good options.
That's true, let me re-phrase...
For an excellent balance between stunning deep, wet, carnauba looks and unsurpassed durability, Zaino Z5 Pro is your choice. If you prefer that extremely soft, glowing finishing for your dark vehicle, a premium carnauba paste wax should be on your list. My top two, to date, are:
-FK1 Pink Wax (www.fk1usa.com)
-Poorboy's Natty's Blue (www.poorboysworld.com)
Thanks Picus
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07-11-2006, 11:52 AM
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I accidentally deleted my post, but here it is again for the Zaino writeup that my friend did...very useful.
http://autopia.org/forum/showthread.php?t=69540
I bought my Natty's Blue from www.pakshak.com. It also gives you the opportunity to buy some very nice towels to use.
http://autopia.org/forum/showthread.php?t=69540
I bought my Natty's Blue from www.pakshak.com. It also gives you the opportunity to buy some very nice towels to use.
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07-11-2006, 12:19 PM
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07-11-2006, 02:33 PM
Nattys Blue is my favorite under $50 wax, it's deep, glossy, very slick and it's "signature" look is that it is super wet looking.
Now that said as mentioned it is important to prep the paint well, so try to remove any swirls/imperfection by polishing or with a glaze. You can find more info on both on Autopia. If you want a quick and easy job that should look good I'd do this:
Wash
Clay (optional, recommended if never done)
Clearkote Red Machine/Moose Glaze
Poorboys Nattys Blue
RMG and NB go together like PB and Jelly, it's a great combo and RMG will fill some minor imperfections. If you choose to polish you can still use thsi combo, just insert polishing steps in between the clay and RMG.
Cheers.
Now that said as mentioned it is important to prep the paint well, so try to remove any swirls/imperfection by polishing or with a glaze. You can find more info on both on Autopia. If you want a quick and easy job that should look good I'd do this:
Wash
Clay (optional, recommended if never done)
Clearkote Red Machine/Moose Glaze
Poorboys Nattys Blue
RMG and NB go together like PB and Jelly, it's a great combo and RMG will fill some minor imperfections. If you choose to polish you can still use thsi combo, just insert polishing steps in between the clay and RMG.
Cheers.
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07-11-2006, 03:43 PM
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Thanks for the help.
Originally Posted by picus112
Nattys Blue is my favorite under $50 wax, it's deep, glossy, very slick and it's "signature" look is that it is super wet looking.
Now that said as mentioned it is important to prep the paint well, so try to remove any swirls/imperfection by polishing or with a glaze. You can find more info on both on Autopia. If you want a quick and easy job that should look good I'd do this:
Wash
Clay (optional, recommended if never done)
Clearkote Red Machine/Moose Glaze
Poorboys Nattys Blue
RMG and NB go together like PB and Jelly, it's a great combo and RMG will fill some minor imperfections. If you choose to polish you can still use thsi combo, just insert polishing steps in between the clay and RMG.
Cheers.
Now that said as mentioned it is important to prep the paint well, so try to remove any swirls/imperfection by polishing or with a glaze. You can find more info on both on Autopia. If you want a quick and easy job that should look good I'd do this:
Wash
Clay (optional, recommended if never done)
Clearkote Red Machine/Moose Glaze
Poorboys Nattys Blue
RMG and NB go together like PB and Jelly, it's a great combo and RMG will fill some minor imperfections. If you choose to polish you can still use thsi combo, just insert polishing steps in between the clay and RMG.
Cheers.
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