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Old 06-27-2003 | 11:52 PM
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Zaino or other on swirls

Hello all. I took my black coupe to the dealer for a detail and they basically f'ed it up. I was always careful not to get swirls by washing carefully, etc. So, I take it to them and bingo, f'ing swirls.

Anyway, I have now vowed never to let anyone touch my car again. I was wondering what people have found works best to hide the swirls and create that glossy look -- in the sun.

Is it Zaino or McGuirs Swirl remover and Carnuba or what? Opinions are greatly appreciated!



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Old 06-28-2003 | 01:38 AM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

I just heard Zaino Z2 and Z5 was just reformulated and produces a better shine (if that's possible!), and hides swirls better than before.

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Old 06-28-2003 | 10:50 PM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

I've always been a big fan of Zaino Z5. But after 3 coats, I still noticed some swirl marks. And I don't know if that product is good at preventing swirl marks either. I have to say, I'm pretty dissapointed. I might look into the Crystal Guard Quick if it helps with removing and preventing swirl marks.

 
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Old 06-29-2003 | 03:39 AM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

The Z5 doesn't work? Really? I have heard great things about it...

I went to my local auto parts store today and picked up some McGuir's Glaze swirl remover and glaze/polish. We don't have a local Zaino dealer and I just couldn't wait. We will see what happens! If that doesn't work, I will order the Zaino and then CG if the Zaino is **** up.

In any event, my dealer will be getting a bill for all of this stuff as it was because of them that I have to do this crap. (I am still very pissed off)



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Old 06-29-2003 | 10:30 AM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

I'm not saying that it doesn't work. I'm just saying that I'm not as impressed with the results as I thought I would be. The first time I used Zaino was with my previous car that had no clear coat. I have to say, Zaino on a car with no clear coat was impressive. I'm just a little disappointed that the Z2/Z5 combo did not come out the way I wanted it to look. I'm on the fence on switching to CG.

 
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Old 06-30-2003 | 07:43 AM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

Guys,

Remember - only buff in straight lines. You don't want to add more swirls that were obviously put there by a machine buffer. Been waxing cars for almost 40 years now. I was taught by an older gentleman that swore by the straight line method. It's the only way to wax.


Larry Bushaw - 6MT coupe - "There's nothing a donut won't solve!"
 
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Old 06-30-2003 | 10:34 AM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

Straight line method is effective. However, a good random orbital machine poisher is the best way to go.

To remove deeper swirls, you will need a more agressive product.

Check this link:

http://www.properautocare.com/usporcabpol.html

I use Blackfire myself for basic polish and seal. It gives a nice, gloss finish on my black G.





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Old 06-30-2003 | 11:56 AM
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Re: Zaino or other on swirls

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...threadid=94737


i posted this in the "off topic" forum. just scroll down a little and look for the reflection pic with the zaino'd car.

 
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