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CaliDave · 05-30-2014, 02:03 PM

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I know this could look better. Thanks for the help

CaliDave · 05-30-2014, 02:04 PM

Oh pictures will help thanks again

el ess A · 05-30-2014, 02:21 PM

Adams and Zaino products seem to be popular choices as far as "systems" but many others have used a combination of other products together. Depends if you want showcar shine or something durable and don't have to go snake-sh*t when you see a dust particle land on the fender.

I've used Zaino for years and I'm happy with the shine and durability. But recently I have bought some Adams to try as well.

Regardless of the products you use, it's just like a good paint job- make corrections to the base as necessary. That's the key to a good shine regardless of the product to protect it.

CaliDave · 05-30-2014, 02:31 PM

More protection then shin. I don't want the Sun to beat it up later

el ess A · 05-30-2014, 02:52 PM

As far as protection goes, our 2002 Z28 we've had since new still shines well with periodic Zaino treatments since day 2 of ownership from the dealer. And it lived 99% of its life out in the driveway and hot sun of the south. So I'm a firm believer of Zaino helping preserve a "yard" car paint job. It's all the car has ever had, and the paint still shines extremely well. And it's metallic pewter.

Oh, and you had a question about the windscreen too. I'm assuming you want to leave the screen installed but lay down the top of the screen. Just grab the bar and give it a firm push back and the top should lay down. (it has a detent system so you should hear an audible click)

CaliDave · 05-30-2014, 05:30 PM

Thanks I didn't want to break it.
I'm going to get some of that stuff thanks again.

007s 'Vert · 05-30-2014, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by el ess A

As far as protection goes, our 2002 Z28 we've had since new still shines well with periodic Zaino treatments since day 2 of ownership from the dealer. And it lived 99% of its life out in the driveway and hot sun of the south. So I'm a firm believer of Zaino helping preserve a "yard" car paint job. It's all the car has ever had, and the paint still shines extremely well. And it's metallic pewter.

Oh, and you had a question about the windscreen too. I'm assuming you want to leave the screen installed but lay down the top of the screen. Just grab the bar and give it a firm push back and the top should lay down. (it has a detent system so you should hear an audible click)

I see your are from Aiken, I worked at a dialysis clinic there up to last year, nice town, lots of good people there. Things are a lot different here in Vegas

scandata · 07-01-2014, 09:14 PM

For wax I use Eagle 1 or Meguiar's. I wax about every 6 weeks, so between waxes I just use Meguiar's Detailing spray for a beautiful, added shine. It doesn't last as long as wax, but takes a lot less time to apply (spray it on, wipe it dry). For the windows I use Invisible Glass.

CCMADONNA · 07-02-2014, 02:08 AM

as far as waxes are concerned, quality products: Meguiar's, Zaino, Adam's -- it's dealer's choice. For tires, however,

I use Adam's Super VRT dressing because it won't fly off the tires as i drive and dirty my white car.

babaron · 07-02-2014, 09:07 AM

Black Fire Wet Diamond wax is the best I've used. And it's endorsed by Camaro Dreams 007 in his comprehensive product recommendation guide, which is a good source of info for all car care products. See the sticky at top of forum.

Indydriver · 07-02-2014, 09:43 AM

The windscreen is easy to manipulate even while driving. I use Zaino on the exterior but just recently got exposed to Adams for interior cleaning and leather protectant. Good stuff.

SwaeOcean · 07-30-2014, 10:54 AM

You can, as previously stated, push the windscreen down. This has been how I put mine back when I have the top up, its night and I realize I can't see thru the back well enough. But I would caution against it. If you can, use the red tab behind the drivers seat, its located where the vertical and horizontal pieces come together. I say this because my windscreen is starting to wear. It is sliding apart (the tubes from the corners) as well as the plastic foot that 'clicks' in as the hinge bending itself outwards.

Looking for higher quality windscreen and tonneau. :/

Indydriver · 07-30-2014, 05:38 PM

I like your color combo.

+1 Zaino, Adams, GM Windscreen!

05-30-2014, 02:03 PM	#1
CaliDave Drives: 2014 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Elk Grove,Ca Posts: 294	2 ? what would you recommend for a good shine and how do you put the windscreen down? I know this could look better. Thanks for the help

05-30-2014, 02:21 PM	#3
el ess A Older Than Dirt Drives: 2010 & 2013 Camaros Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Aiken, SC Posts: 4,686	Adams and Zaino products seem to be popular choices as far as "systems" but many others have used a combination of other products together. Depends if you want showcar shine or something durable and don't have to go snake-sh*t when you see a dust particle land on the fender. I've used Zaino for years and I'm happy with the shine and durability. But recently I have bought some Adams to try as well. Regardless of the products you use, it's just like a good paint job- make corrections to the base as necessary. That's the key to a good shine regardless of the product to protect it. __________________ 2010 2SS TE, 1 of 822/2013 Camaro ZL1 vert, 1 of 54

05-30-2014, 02:52 PM	#5
el ess A Older Than Dirt Drives: 2010 & 2013 Camaros Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Aiken, SC Posts: 4,686	As far as protection goes, our 2002 Z28 we've had since new still shines well with periodic Zaino treatments since day 2 of ownership from the dealer. And it lived 99% of its life out in the driveway and hot sun of the south. So I'm a firm believer of Zaino helping preserve a "yard" car paint job. It's all the car has ever had, and the paint still shines extremely well. And it's metallic pewter. Oh, and you had a question about the windscreen too. I'm assuming you want to leave the screen installed but lay down the top of the screen. Just grab the bar and give it a firm push back and the top should lay down. (it has a detent system so you should hear an audible click) __________________ 2010 2SS TE, 1 of 822/2013 Camaro ZL1 vert, 1 of 54

07-02-2014, 02:08 AM	#9
CCMADONNA Drives: 2014 SW 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,681 View My Garage	as far as waxes are concerned, quality products: Meguiar's, Zaino, Adam's -- it's dealer's choice. For tires, however, I use Adam's Super VRT dressing because it won't fly off the tires as i drive and dirty my white car. Last edited by CCMADONNA; 07-02-2014 at 03:40 AM.

07-02-2014, 09:07 AM	#10
babaron Totally into it Drives: '67 427vette/'11 Pacecar/'02 BMW ci Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SW Ohio Posts: 653 View My Garage	Black Fire Wet Diamond wax is the best I've used. And it's endorsed by Camaro Dreams 007 in his comprehensive product recommendation guide, which is a good source of info for all car care products. See the sticky at top of forum. __________________ ____________________________________THERE MUST BE A SUPPORT GROUP FOR THIS ADDICTION. AM I IN THE RIGHT PLACE?

05-30-2014, 02:04 PM	#2
CaliDave Drives: 2014 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Elk Grove,Ca Posts: 294	Oh pictures will help thanks again

05-30-2014, 02:31 PM	#4
CaliDave Drives: 2014 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Elk Grove,Ca Posts: 294	More protection then shin. I don't want the Sun to beat it up later

05-30-2014, 05:30 PM	#6
CaliDave Drives: 2014 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Elk Grove,Ca Posts: 294	Thanks I didn't want to break it. I'm going to get some of that stuff thanks again.

07-01-2014, 09:14 PM	#8
scandata Drives: 2015 2SS/RS vert, Spring Green Edtn Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 1,284	For wax I use Eagle 1 or Meguiar's. I wax about every 6 weeks, so between waxes I just use Meguiar's Detailing spray for a beautiful, added shine. It doesn't last as long as wax, but takes a lot less time to apply (spray it on, wipe it dry). For the windows I use Invisible Glass.

07-02-2014, 09:43 AM	#11
Indydriver Drives: '14 2SS/RS Vert 6M/KTU/NPP/DTA/ARH Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,826	The windscreen is easy to manipulate even while driving. I use Zaino on the exterior but just recently got exposed to Adams for interior cleaning and leather protectant. Good stuff. __________________ Consensus is, by definition, a lack of leadership.

07-30-2014, 10:54 AM	#12
SwaeOcean Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: USA Posts: 17 View My Garage	You can, as previously stated, push the windscreen down. This has been how I put mine back when I have the top up, its night and I realize I can't see thru the back well enough. But I would caution against it. If you can, use the red tab behind the drivers seat, its located where the vertical and horizontal pieces come together. I say this because my windscreen is starting to wear. It is sliding apart (the tubes from the corners) as well as the plastic foot that 'clicks' in as the hinge bending itself outwards. Looking for higher quality windscreen and tonneau. :/

07-30-2014, 05:38 PM	#13
Indydriver Drives: '14 2SS/RS Vert 6M/KTU/NPP/DTA/ARH Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,826	I like your color combo. +1 Zaino, Adams, GM Windscreen! Attached Images __________________ Consensus is, by definition, a lack of leadership.