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SSmoothie · 08-16-2009, 04:59 PM

I switched from Zaino to www.griotsgarage.com because moisture issue if its not perfect conditions outside it smears and I was tired of having to deal with that, its a good product, I have 4 cars I have to keep wax and Griots helps with my time. my 02.

My new Camaro · 08-16-2009, 05:19 PM

THE ZAINOS LEFT ONE HELL OF A SHINE ON MY BLK SS. SORRY TO THE BAD EXPERIENCES

*mlee* · 08-16-2009, 05:38 PM

dreammy · 08-16-2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by rico-2SS

Do you not like 100% cotten towels - thats my fear with the Micros...they just seam rough to the touch .......... I always grab one on the shelf when I see a new one....I know they take the wax off better but man..I hate to scratch it when taking off wax if you know what I mean..........I use the micros on my wheels, cotten for the body

Very soft, inexpensive and NO added chemicals to the cloth

Scrapppy666 · 08-17-2009, 10:23 AM

any spray-on cheater wax (wax n' dry or whatever) = fail

Quick detailer works if and only if the car has been properly waxed first, but NEVER use it as the title suggests, the vehicle should be washed first otherwise make the spider web swirls your new friend... they will be there.

I've used Mother's Power system for the last few years on a black base/clear paint job as well as on my stealth gray G6. Typically once or twice a year I will claybar first (any choice quality brand is fine) then Power Polish Stage 1 and wax it with Power Wax Stage 2. The polish is smooth and pretty much odorless, the wax is creamy and smells great. Both go on and come off very easily and are safe for black plastic trim and rubber.

I wax it maybe every other time I wash it

rmpackers · 08-17-2009, 10:33 AM

This weekend after the car had been washed and dried, I used Zaino's Z-CS Clear Seal spray. This is the only Zaino product I have used, as she has already been waxed with Turtle Ice and Turtle Ice Car wash. But any way, it was so shiny you could read a book in the reflection. I wish I'd have done some before and after pics.

67 Convertible · 08-17-2009, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by fmdog44

Try Fukken Wax from Europe, just spray on and wipe off. Easy and good for those that don't like to put in a half day.

Is this Fukken company family owned?? Are the Fukken kids involved in the business? What about the Fukken wife? Do they ever have any Fukken sales? Maybe they should have a Fukken Labor Day sale, and get all the Fukken relatives involved. It could be Fukken crazy.

Hollywod · 08-17-2009, 11:39 AM

Zaino sounds like too much trouble. I wash the car and go over it with Turtle Wax Ice. It has been clayed once already, but I had a pro detailer do it. I don't have the time or energy for that much work.

Van · 08-17-2009, 11:49 AM

claybaring is pretty easy and doesn't take much time to do. You can do it relatively quickly while you're washing the car.

Hollywod · 08-17-2009, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Van

claybaring is pretty easy and doesn't take much time to do. You can do it relatively quickly while you're washing the car.

That is interesting to know. Always sounds like it is a real time consuming chore. Or maybe it is the the Zaino process as a whole that seems time consuming.

ljustin293 · 08-17-2009, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollywod

Zaino sounds like too much trouble. I wash the car and go over it with Turtle Wax Ice. It has been clayed once already, but I had a pro detailer do it. I don't have the time or energy for that much work.

clay doesn't take much time

Van · 08-17-2009, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollywod

That is interesting to know. Always sounds like it is a real time consuming chore. Or maybe it is the the Zaino process as a whole that seems time consuming.

It's the zaino process as a whole. The first time I ever did it I spent an entire damn Sunday. I was actually sore the next day!

If you have a show-car, and you actually LIKE doing that sort of stuff...than Zaino's for you. If not, you don't need it by any means. It's not the end all in polishes, and equal results can be seen/felt with other products it seems. I think where Zaino exceeds over others is the constant improvement in protection and the longevity of the product.

However, I like driving my car more than I do having it sit in the garage for days while I'm zainod detailing it.

formulahawk · 08-17-2009, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollywod

Zaino sounds like too much trouble. I wash the car and go over it with Turtle Wax Ice. It has been clayed once already, but I had a pro detailer do it. I don't have the time or energy for that much work.

Then Zaino is for you! I can apply polish and buff out in 30 minutes, 15 minutes applying the polish, wait at least and hour, buff out in 10-15 minutes.

Easiest, most durable product out there!

Mr_Draco · 08-17-2009, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollywod

That is interesting to know. Always sounds like it is a real time consuming chore. Or maybe it is the the Zaino process as a whole that seems time consuming.

Depends on how many coats of polish you do, and only the first time takes awhile. After I used Zaino the first time, I can now wash the car and put on 2 coats of Zaino in the same amount of time it use to take me to wash and put on 1 coat of the bottled Turtled Wax that I was using.

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Scrapppy666 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Black/Black Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,281 View My Garage	any spray-on cheater wax (wax n' dry or whatever) = fail Quick detailer works if and only if the car has been properly waxed first, but NEVER use it as the title suggests, the vehicle should be washed first otherwise make the spider web swirls your new friend... they will be there. I've used Mother's Power system for the last few years on a black base/clear paint job as well as on my stealth gray G6. Typically once or twice a year I will claybar first (any choice quality brand is fine) then Power Polish Stage 1 and wax it with Power Wax Stage 2. The polish is smooth and pretty much odorless, the wax is creamy and smells great. Both go on and come off very easily and are safe for black plastic trim and rubber. I wax it maybe every other time I wash it __________________ Pittsburgh Automotive Photography Black on Black 2SS/RS w/ white stripes Dynomax 3" Bullet Catback, CAI Cold Air Intake

08-17-2009, 10:33 AM	#48
rmpackers Ride this Chevy Drives: 2010 RJT RS Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,575	This weekend after the car had been washed and dried, I used Zaino's Z-CS Clear Seal spray. This is the only Zaino product I have used, as she has already been waxed with Turtle Ice and Turtle Ice Car wash. But any way, it was so shiny you could read a book in the reflection. I wish I'd have done some before and after pics. __________________ NFL OWNR I love the smell of new car in the morning!

08-17-2009, 11:39 AM	#50
Hollywod Hollywood Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 123 View My Garage	Zaino sounds like too much trouble. I wash the car and go over it with Turtle Wax Ice. It has been clayed once already, but I had a pro detailer do it. I don't have the time or energy for that much work. __________________ Black 2010 2SS Ordered 5/16/09 1100-Preliminary order accepted 5/18/09 3000-Order Accepted by Production Control 05/27/09 3300-Order scheduled for production 06/16/09 - TPW 06/29/09 3400-Order broadcast 6/20/09 3800-Order Produced 6/30/09 - VIN # 123221 4200-Shipped 7/2/09 5000-Delivered to the dealer 7/6/09

08-17-2009, 11:49 AM	#51
Van Drives: 2006 EVO MR - 390 @ wheels Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Antonio Posts: 384	claybaring is pretty easy and doesn't take much time to do. You can do it relatively quickly while you're washing the car. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS 6spd manual -- Victory Red / Black Leather 1100, Preliminary order accepted 7/27/09 2000, Order accepted by GM 8/13/09 3000, Order accepted by production control 8/18/2009 TPW 9/07/2009 3300, Order scheduled for production 8/24/2009 3400, Order broadcast 9/1/2009 3800, Order produced 9/11/2009 4200, Shipped 9/11/2009 5000, Delivered to the dealer

08-16-2009, 04:59 PM	#43
SSmoothie Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS 6SP Blk/Blk Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: WA Posts: 920 View My Garage	I switched from Zaino to www.griotsgarage.com because moisture issue if its not perfect conditions outside it smears and I was tired of having to deal with that, its a good product, I have 4 cars I have to keep wax and Griots helps with my time. my 02.

08-16-2009, 05:19 PM	#44
My new Camaro Drives: 2500 hd Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: AR Posts: 297	THE ZAINOS LEFT ONE HELL OF A SHINE ON MY BLK SS. SORRY TO THE BAD EXPERIENCES

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