If I use Zaino Car Polish, Do I need a Wax??
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Okay, I know that a polish is different than a wax. My sources tell me that I need a wax on top of the Polish for real protection.
Because I live in AZ, protection of the paint is real important. Any thoughts?
If I do put a coat of wax on top of the polish, what kind? How many coats? Does this take away from the shine?
Because I live in AZ, protection of the paint is real important. Any thoughts?
If I do put a coat of wax on top of the polish, what kind? How many coats? Does this take away from the shine?
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IMHO: There has been a shift in recent years and a blurring of the terms wax and polish. Years ago, there was definitely a difference and you bought different products to perform different tasks. I no longer think that is necessarily true. Thus, with many of the polishes, you don't need to use a wax in addition.
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http://www.zainobros.com and you can call them and they will tell you where to get it from..
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Can I buy this Zaino polisher from any auto stores like Pepboys or do I need to order online? Thanks!
Can I buy this Zaino polisher from any auto stores like Pepboys or do I need to order online? Thanks!
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I buy my Zaino Bros stuff from
http://www.ecklers.com
This is a mainly a corvette parts catalog site, but it has Zaino Brothers stuff (and you can just order it online and have it sent)
I guess I"ll just stick to the zaino bros and no wax. I hope that is enough protection and lasts
http://www.ecklers.com
This is a mainly a corvette parts catalog site, but it has Zaino Brothers stuff (and you can just order it online and have it sent)
I guess I"ll just stick to the zaino bros and no wax. I hope that is enough protection and lasts
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You can get zaino from http://www.zainobros.com
or finish first from http://www.finishfirstpolish.com
They are both the best IMO.
Finish first is easier to apply (good for lazy bum like me), zaino is easier to buff off. I can not tell the different in the wet look. They are pretty much the same price as well.
or finish first from http://www.finishfirstpolish.com
They are both the best IMO.
Finish first is easier to apply (good for lazy bum like me), zaino is easier to buff off. I can not tell the different in the wet look. They are pretty much the same price as well.
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Zaino is a SHOW CAR POLISH
Here is what it says on the bottle #Z2 For CLEAR COATED FINISHES
WETTEST -LOOKING LONGEST LASTING FINISH PROTECTION IN THE INDUSTRY.
ULTRA-GUARD UV SUNSCREEN SHIELD.
EXTREMLY EASY TO USE.
CONTAINS NO SILICONE OILS OR ABRASIVES
LEAVES NO FILM POWDER OR WHITE RESIDUE.
GETS DEEPER & RICHER WITH MULTIPLE COATS.
Now on the SHOW CAR WASH
CONTAINS POLISH & UV BLOCKERS
LUBRICATES PAINTED SURFACES
LEAVES A POLISH LOOK
NO ACIDS OR ALKALINES
NON STREAKING NON SCRATCHING
RINSES COMPLETELY
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Here is what it says on the bottle #Z2 For CLEAR COATED FINISHES
WETTEST -LOOKING LONGEST LASTING FINISH PROTECTION IN THE INDUSTRY.
ULTRA-GUARD UV SUNSCREEN SHIELD.
EXTREMLY EASY TO USE.
CONTAINS NO SILICONE OILS OR ABRASIVES
LEAVES NO FILM POWDER OR WHITE RESIDUE.
GETS DEEPER & RICHER WITH MULTIPLE COATS.
Now on the SHOW CAR WASH
CONTAINS POLISH & UV BLOCKERS
LUBRICATES PAINTED SURFACES
LEAVES A POLISH LOOK
NO ACIDS OR ALKALINES
NON STREAKING NON SCRATCHING
RINSES COMPLETELY
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2000 3.2TL Nighthawk Black/Ebony/Navigation/ Optional Factory Chrome Multi Spoke 16" Wheels/Factory Underbody Kit/Factory Spoiler/Moonroof Visor/Factory 6-CD Changer/Trunk Mat/Factory Black Wheel Well Trim/Clifford IG8000 Alarm System w/add-ons/51% Tint/Weathertech Floormats /Michelin Arcctic Alpin Winter Tires on Stock Wheels/Factory Car Cover/Factory Gold Emblems Grille & Exhaust Tips
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Originally posted by bryce11:
which zaino products do you guys think it's necessary to order? please help me out what to use, this is my first time to use this product since most of you guys suggest it. thanks!
which zaino products do you guys think it's necessary to order? please help me out what to use, this is my first time to use this product since most of you guys suggest it. thanks!
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Clay Bar?
Educate me..
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Originally posted by FTM-1:
..... is what you should need to start #Z1, #Z2, #Z5, Z6, #Z7 they say they have a new clay bar #Z-18 but I don't know what makes it any better than some bar you can buy at the auto store.
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..... is what you should need to start #Z1, #Z2, #Z5, Z6, #Z7 they say they have a new clay bar #Z-18 but I don't know what makes it any better than some bar you can buy at the auto store.
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Originally posted by dagg:
Clay Bar?
Educate me..
Clay Bar?
Educate me..
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Hands down the best polish I've ever used! No joke! It even seems to keep the dust from attracting on my TL-S. Looks amazing on dark colors. ![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/smile.gif)
Um you can't buy it at Pep Boys....Only from their web site or a local zaino bros. distributor.
www.zainobros.com
Our cars have a clear coat on top of the paint to protect it... so the polish will work just as good as any wax would.![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/wink.gif)
The polish is so slick nothing seems to stick to it...aka bugs/tree sap, and what does comes off pretty easy![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/biggrin.gif)
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Um you can't buy it at Pep Boys....Only from their web site or a local zaino bros. distributor.
www.zainobros.com
Our cars have a clear coat on top of the paint to protect it... so the polish will work just as good as any wax would.
![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/wink.gif)
The polish is so slick nothing seems to stick to it...aka bugs/tree sap, and what does comes off pretty easy
![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/biggrin.gif)
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Call Sal at Zaino. He'll tell you who carried it in your area. He's a really nice guy. He'll talk to you for hours about his products and how to use.
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You guys should see the NEW Zaino product that is coming out. It is an additive you use to the Z2,Z5 products and you no longer have to wait that 24 hours between coats! Car will be shinier than ever if you use this stuff!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sal is awesome. Be sure you follow the Tips and Tricks page on their site... and if its your first time applying Zaino.. do a couple coats of Z5 to protect from scartches.. as directed by Sal himself.. then Z2 to bring out the brilliance, deepness and shine...
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Sal is awesome. Be sure you follow the Tips and Tricks page on their site... and if its your first time applying Zaino.. do a couple coats of Z5 to protect from scartches.. as directed by Sal himself.. then Z2 to bring out the brilliance, deepness and shine...
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Originally posted by bluefrank:
Hands down the best polish I've ever used! No joke! It even seems to keep the dust from attracting on my TL-S. Looks amazing on dark colors.![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/smile.gif)
Um you can't buy it at Pep Boys....Only from their web site or a local zaino bros. distributor.
www.zainobros.com
Our cars have a clear coat on top of the paint to protect it... so the polish will work just as good as any wax would.![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/wink.gif)
The polish is so slick nothing seems to stick to it...aka bugs/tree sap, and what does comes off pretty easy![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/biggrin.gif)
Hands down the best polish I've ever used! No joke! It even seems to keep the dust from attracting on my TL-S. Looks amazing on dark colors.
![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/smile.gif)
Um you can't buy it at Pep Boys....Only from their web site or a local zaino bros. distributor.
www.zainobros.com
Our cars have a clear coat on top of the paint to protect it... so the polish will work just as good as any wax would.
![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/wink.gif)
The polish is so slick nothing seems to stick to it...aka bugs/tree sap, and what does comes off pretty easy
![](http://www.acura-tl.com/ubb/biggrin.gif)
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Forget what I said about Zaino being available in Costco -- it's Zymol Cleaner Wax (2-16oz for $14.79) that's at Costco. There should only be one wax/polish that starts with the letter "Z".
Sorry for my confusion...
Sorry for my confusion...
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Originally posted by Chief_C:
Forget what I said about Zaino being available in Costco -- it's Zymol Cleaner Wax (2-16oz for $14.79) that's at Costco. There should only be one wax/polish that starts with the letter "Z".
Sorry for my confusion...
Forget what I said about Zaino being available in Costco -- it's Zymol Cleaner Wax (2-16oz for $14.79) that's at Costco. There should only be one wax/polish that starts with the letter "Z".
Sorry for my confusion...
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Originally posted by FTM-1:
Thats the Cheap Zymol for lighter color cars. When you get into the pure Zymol wax you pay $40.00 for 8oz. The price on Zymol goes up from there to over $1,000.00 for the special waxes. I could not think of paying a grand for wax.But they have some special waxes for all kinds of cars.They have one that is only for the Acura NSX & another for Bently. They also make some for SABB & some for older model Japan cars. I have some in the ice box that I used on my last car CARBON for darker color cars.
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Thats the Cheap Zymol for lighter color cars. When you get into the pure Zymol wax you pay $40.00 for 8oz. The price on Zymol goes up from there to over $1,000.00 for the special waxes. I could not think of paying a grand for wax.But they have some special waxes for all kinds of cars.They have one that is only for the Acura NSX & another for Bently. They also make some for SABB & some for older model Japan cars. I have some in the ice box that I used on my last car CARBON for darker color cars.
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Originally posted by JTang:
How is the real Zymol stuff? Is it even worth that kind of money? I don't see justifying for that stuff unless it was far superior.
Originally posted by FTM-1:
Thats the Cheap Zymol for lighter color cars. When you get into the pure Zymol wax you pay $40.00 for 8oz. The price on Zymol goes up from there to over $1,000.00 for the special waxes. I could not think of paying a grand for wax.But they have some special waxes for all kinds of cars.They have one that is only for the Acura NSX & another for Bently. They also make some for SABB & some for older model Japan cars. I have some in the ice box that I used on my last car CARBON for darker color cars.
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Thats the Cheap Zymol for lighter color cars. When you get into the pure Zymol wax you pay $40.00 for 8oz. The price on Zymol goes up from there to over $1,000.00 for the special waxes. I could not think of paying a grand for wax.But they have some special waxes for all kinds of cars.They have one that is only for the Acura NSX & another for Bently. They also make some for SABB & some for older model Japan cars. I have some in the ice box that I used on my last car CARBON for darker color cars.
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This is wax not polish the stuff that Costco probaly had was the cheaper wax used for lighter color cars. I had some that I used on my aunts white Buick. I also still have the more exspensive kind that I used on my burgundy 94 Accord. It did bring out the color in that car.
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