Finally switched to Zaino and all I can say is...

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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 12:28 PM
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Finally switched to Zaino and all I can say is...

my arm is DAMN killing me!!!
Overall I am very impressed with the results. The shine is absolutely insane and I think I am still a little high from the smell. But, for the $$$, it was definitely worth it. The car looks almost different now.

I started at 7am this morning and its 1:30 now. Clayed, washed, polished, waxed, polished, wax. The pictures really dont do the shine justice but those who use it know what I am talking about.




Thanks to everyone who has provided information on the steps and how to order it. I cant thank yall enough. Just wish it took less time and effort.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 12:32 PM
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Nice! I do love that zaino shine! Although my right arm is always sore the day after.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 12:42 PM
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silver cars don't take pictures well. Zaino >*
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Zapata
silver cars don't take pictures well. Zaino >*
Yea, thats what Ive noticed from a lot pictures. But youre dead on about the Zaino.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 01:01 PM
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yea i can imagine the shine, but u cant tell in da picture, but regardless very sweet car
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 01:15 PM
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Still havent done my RSX yet, maybe next weekend. Your Benz is hott
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 01:16 PM
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very nice...i don't think pics can really do zaino justice
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 01:16 PM
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Nice shine & I like your taste in cars.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 01:22 PM
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I also have a silver car, and every time I take a picture of my Zaino job, I am disappointed because the pictures don't show the shine. Not that there's much shine in the first place, because silver doesn't shine much, compared to darker colors. But you can still tell. I love it.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 03:32 PM
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How do you like that C32? I always admire that car when I see it on the road.

Have you gone head to head with any E46 M3s??

PS - The Zaino job looks great. Wanna do my car next? It's really small.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by pjonkheer
How do you like that C32? I always admire that car when I see it on the road.

Have you gone head to head with any E46 M3s??

PS - The Zaino job looks great. Wanna do my car next? It's really small.
Thanks. I have yet to go 1-on-1 with an M3. IMO, their driving personalities are alot alike. I know Beltfed has one but I dont know if anyone else does. A black or silver grey M3 is on of the most stunning cars on the road I think.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 04:55 PM
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What did you use before zaino?
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 05:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Zapata
silver cars don't take pictures well. Zaino >*
yes they do
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by mantis23
yes they do

eh you rims make the pics.....slap stock rims it's ok.....
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
What did you use before zaino?
Meguiars. Good stuff just thought I would try something new.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 06:51 PM
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first time is a pain but is easy crusing afterwards

on the switch
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 06:59 PM
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Lookin nice.

I really need to make the Zaino jump.
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 08:33 PM
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damn nice cars and shine
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 08:35 PM
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welcome to the Zaino side....
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 08:40 PM
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Christ, Sal had money back when his business was just starting to gain momentum. He must be filthy f*ing rich at this point.....got a great thing going.

Zaino is great stuff, the process as a whole just takes too long to do though.

I almost don't like my cars enough to actually take the time to apply the stuff. :o
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 09:01 PM
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Zaino ownz ju
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Old Jun 13, 2004 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Chaptorial
Lookin nice.

I really need to make the Zaino jump.
do it it makes the anthracite paint look sooooo shiny .. will post pics tomorrow of my fresh coat of Zaino.
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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 12:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Chaptorial
Lookin nice.

I really need to make the Zaino jump.
I agree....with both comments.....
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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 12:11 AM
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zaino owns

put some pics of of that sl in the garage
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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 12:14 AM
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The inital Zainoing sucks....but then with the ZFX its like any other polish...but way shinier!
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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 06:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Nicky Pass
The inital Zainoing sucks....but then with the ZFX its like any other polish...but way shinier!
I agree….I don’t know why people say it’s too difficult & time consuming.

Oh well......Their loss.
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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Shawn S
Oh well......Their loss.

How about a NEW thread with Step by Step Starter kit so we can sticky it or send it off to the Useful topic section.
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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Smitty
How about a NEW thread with Step by Step Starter kit so we can sticky it or send it off to the Useful topic section.

thats what "detailing" section is for Plenty of stuff overthere.
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Old Jun 29, 2004 | 05:06 PM
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Yup, now you have tried Zaino. Time to go to the next step up, try the 4 Star Ultimate Paint Protection. It will shine a lot better than the zaino and won't have that typical dull polymer acrylic look. After switching from Zaino to UPP, I've never looked back. I'm now using my last bottle of Zaino for the wheels and the family's beater truck.
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