I just purchased a Black 2005 G35 sedan last week. Do I need to claybar the car yet. If not, how long should I wait. For a black car do you prefer Zaino or the Meguires NXT?

 

I used to use NXT tech wax because it does a good job of hiding the infamous swirls most noticeable on black cars, but after buffing them out I switched to Zaino.

I think the Zaino has much more gloss, but the NXT tech wax had more depth.

 

I would claybar the car even though your car is new. It's a long trip from Japan and I'm sure the paint picked up contaminents along the way. For wax, it all boils down to how much time you're willing to dedicate to detailing your car. If you're willing to spend a good part of the day as well as subsequent days for more layers, Zaino is your best bet. For convenience, NXT provides a great shine but only lasts for a few weeks and only two layers can be applied (due to NXTs cleaning agents) whereas Zaino can be layered as many times as desired. With either choice, I'd recommend topping off with a pure carnauba such as P21S which is essentially the same as the more expensive S100. Happy detailing!

 

So would this be the right process?

1. Wash car (should I use dawn or a paint shampoo)
2. Claybar
3. Zaino ZFX
4. Zaino Z2 Pro
5. P21S

Am I missing anything?

 

Not trying to stir the pot, but I DON'T think you should clay a new car unless absolutely necessary. In fact, I contaced 3 different detail shops and they all agreed with me. It's not that you'll be harming the paint, but why spend the extra time and money if you don't need it? I think it's counter-intuitive, like taking 45 asprin if you have a "really bad" headache.

If you use Zaino/Klasse on a new car, the paint will be smooth as silk. You shouldn't need to clay for at least 6 months.

 

would you not have to remove any carnauba products off the car prior to adding more zaino layers?

 

feel the paint, if it is not smooth then clay (use a plastic ziploc bag over ur hand). yes, zaino and wax do not mix, but it's up to you if you like the look.

 

hmmmm. I was reading a website where someone used P21S overtop the Zaino for a really deep shine. So should I not combine the two? Would I just be better off using multiple Zaino Z2 layers?

 

Ive used only Zaino, but I read that adding carnauba after zaino will give enhanced results as zaino is Polish and P21S is wax.

 

Claybar and Zaino...

 

hey everyone, what did you use to apply and remove the Zaino?

 

Use an all-cotton applicator pad to apply Zaino. They supply one when you order from them, but I've found bigger (better) options at Wallmart/Pepboys that have a slit in the back for your hand to fit in. This is a nice feature, as you're less likely to drop them when applying.

As for removing the Zaino, I've gone against what their website recommends. They want you to buy VERY expensive cotton towels to be assured that you won't scratch the paint. I've had great success using cotton microfiber buffing towels/pads. Just remember NOT to use fabric softener when you wash them. That stuff adds a wax coating to the fabric and doesn't allow them to absorb at all.