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!



Banatoman

 

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.

-Rick

 

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.

 

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)



Banatoman

 

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.

 

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!"

 

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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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.