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wax on....wax off
Up to now I have been using S100, a pure carnuba wax you can buy at your local Harley dealer. Easy to apply and remove and leaves behind a great shine.
My dealer was pitching a Teflon polish that is supposed to last 5 years. Anybody try this stuff? Thoughts?
My dealer was pitching a Teflon polish that is supposed to last 5 years. Anybody try this stuff? Thoughts?
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Shingles -
What do you mean by snail mail? Fedex/UPS aren't available??
What do you mean by snail mail? Fedex/UPS aren't available??
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Originally posted by Turbowhat2
I just used Turtle Wax and it looks pretty good. Anyone else have comments about turtle wax?
I just used Turtle Wax and it looks pretty good. Anyone else have comments about turtle wax?
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Originally posted by NBP04TL4ME
Shingles -
What do you mean by snail mail? Fedex/UPS aren't available??
Shingles -
What do you mean by snail mail? Fedex/UPS aren't available??
I bought mine from a guy in the Dallas area so I didn't have to wait for the stuff to come in the mail.
But I think the stuff is worth it. I don't think it shines any better than the 3M for example, but it lasts atleast twice as long. That in it of itself is probably worth the wait to me. Plus it's easier to take off then most paint protection products I've used.
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You can order Zaino online and they take paypal, mastercard, visa, Here is the link: Zaino Store
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Carnauba has to be done at least every 90 days and starts deteriorating quickly. The synthetics hold up much longer but their finish isn't as deep and clear as the naturals. I've started using Blackfire (a synthetic) and it's held up really well during the bad winter we've had so far. For those in bad climates, wax is more about protection than depth and luster. I'd probably use a carnauba if I lived in Florida.
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Originally posted by atif
When is the right time to wax the car for the first time...after couple of weeks of purchasing the car or 1 or 2 months or even later?
Any suggestions???
When is the right time to wax the car for the first time...after couple of weeks of purchasing the car or 1 or 2 months or even later?
Any suggestions???
So, no need to wait. Wax right away.
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You guys may also want to do a search for "wax" or "zaino" ... there seems to be a thread about this every week... all with the same info.
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You can order Zaino online and they take paypal, mastercard, visa, Here is the link: Zaino Store
You can order Zaino online and they take paypal, mastercard, visa, Here is the link: Zaino Store
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Originally posted by lflorack
Haven't used it lately. I just obtained the Wax Test from Guru Reports (46 waxes tested). I don't know what specific type of Turtle Wax you're talking about, but it says that Turtle Wax is about the middle of the pack overall. "Finish 2001" is their highest rated wax. Says it's easy to use but not particularily glossy or durable.
Haven't used it lately. I just obtained the Wax Test from Guru Reports (46 waxes tested). I don't know what specific type of Turtle Wax you're talking about, but it says that Turtle Wax is about the middle of the pack overall. "Finish 2001" is their highest rated wax. Says it's easy to use but not particularily glossy or durable.
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Re: wax on....wax off
Originally posted by bmw53003
My dealer was pitching a Teflon polish that is supposed to last 5 years. Anybody try this stuff? Thoughts?
My dealer was pitching a Teflon polish that is supposed to last 5 years. Anybody try this stuff? Thoughts?
Bottom line: it's a total waste of money. Spend it on a high quality polymer or carnauba and you'll be happy.
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The day you get the car (or the next if you spend delivery day driving around with a smile on your face), Wash with Dawn, Claybar the entire car (you will be amazed at all the stuff you pull out of the clear coat on a new car!), put 3 coats of Zaino Z-2 or Z-5 (with ZFX) on it, from that day forward wash with Zaino car wash, and put another coat or two or three of Z-2 on it every 3 months.
If you do this - your car will wash so easily you will not believe it, it will always look "hurt your eyes" shiny, your clear coat will last forever, and it will be Waaaaaaay easier to maintain than using any other products.
I have this stuff on everything from my Audi, to my Camaro SS, to my wife's Honda Pilot - and it will go on my TL the day after it arrives.
Get it online and go for it. (I left out some of the details on Zaino and the other products you will want/need but it is all on the web site.)
If you do this - your car will wash so easily you will not believe it, it will always look "hurt your eyes" shiny, your clear coat will last forever, and it will be Waaaaaaay easier to maintain than using any other products.
I have this stuff on everything from my Audi, to my Camaro SS, to my wife's Honda Pilot - and it will go on my TL the day after it arrives.
Get it online and go for it. (I left out some of the details on Zaino and the other products you will want/need but it is all on the web site.)
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Originally posted by meathead
i use Meguiar's (sp?) clear coat wax. anyone else? i think the stuff works GREAT, but you gotta re-apply every 3-4 months.
i use Meguiar's (sp?) clear coat wax. anyone else? i think the stuff works GREAT, but you gotta re-apply every 3-4 months.
I'll try the Zaino when I get the new car.
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One word Zaino
I did it doing a lot of research. See the results for yourself;
http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...threadid=67902
http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...threadid=67902
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Originally posted by Z Factor
Sorry, but Zaino came in first place in the Guru Reports.
Sorry, but Zaino came in first place in the Guru Reports.
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