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Hello, I just bought this 2005 Saab 9-2x Aero. I`ve been looking for a full year and finally found a Saab Aero 5-speed that has not been modded, one owner, and low miles. The good news is that it only has 56k miles and it is mechanically perfect. The bad/weird news is that it literally...

I have a car that is mostly a garage queen with many layers of Zaino. I`m very happy with the Zaino and usually just clay it and add a coat or two of Zaino as annual maintenance. I`ve recently started using ONR on other cars, and would like to use it on this car also. My concern is that ONR...

I just ordered a 2012 Audi Q5 with Moonlight Blue Metallic paint and I'd like to do some sealing on "day one" to protect the finish. Unfortunately, the car will be parked outside at all times, so my primary concern is to protect the paint from UV. I'd also like to protect the wheels so they...

I'm looking for an "as simple as possible" treatment for a daily driver. I'm looking to do very minor correction (there are no swirls, but some very light surface scratches) and then coat it with something that looks good and is very durable. Is it okay to use Zaino AIO (which I already have)...

The porcelain tile in our kitchen is supposed to be glossy black. It's in great condition and there are no scratches, but it always has a haze that doesn't go away after mopping (and I have tried several different cleaners including vinegar). I think it will require a polish to fix it...

Not sure how it compares to something like the Tornador -- but this gun is pretty handy and effective with minimal investment: Amazon.com: Air Engine Cleaning Gun: Home Improvement I bought one at Home Depot in their air tools department (Husky SKU# 399-897). I can't find that one online...

Is it ok to use Z5 as the final coat or it is better to top it with Z2? All things being equal, I'd rather use more coats of Z5 given its filling properties, than to do Z2. However, I guess there must be some benefit to Z2 as a final layer. I just finished a car with 2 coats of Z5. It...

I have a car that is always garaged and seldom driven. I put on many coats of Zaino on it last year and am doing the first clean-up after winter. I had planned to just add a couple coats of Z5, but the paint doesnt' feel as smooth as I'd like. I'd like to smooth out the paint without...

There isn't a bigger Zaino fan than me and it lasts forever on my "almost" garage queen. I also used Zaino on my wife's daily driver (ZAIO, Z5, Z3, CS) and it seems to have very poor durability. I cleaned it and applied a coat of Z5 followed by CS about 2 months ago and when I wash it now...

We installed a drinking water filter/osmosis system that controls the PH level in water. I often use just a damp rag for light cleaning/dusting of the interior for example. Is there a particular PH that would be best for cleaning? The machine has choices for 4.0, 4.5, 7.0 (neutral), 8.0, 8.5...

I will be using Zaino after prep with 106ff (first time using it). Is it ok to use ZAIO after 106ff? The reason I ask is that I keep reading that 106ff has the finest abrasives of any polish, so I'm wondering whether ZAIO will degrade the finish after 106ff.

How is Zaino CS on chrome? I've used it on paint over Z3 and it's great, but have not tried on chrome bumpers (also done with Z3). Does CS work well on chrome? The reason I ask is that in the application suggestions in the instructions, it doesn't specifically mention that it should be used...

Is there any product that is made for cleaning dull aluminum without polishing it? I guess a typical APC or soap will do it, but I'm wondering if there is anything specifically made for cleaning aluminum without making it shiny.

I've read that Zaino can/should be used on all non-porous surfaces (like windows and chrome trim). I would like to use Zaino on windows, chrome, and stainless trim -- just want to make sure it's a good idea. Also, I will be prepping with IP and FPII before the Zaino -- is it also good to use...

Can anyone recommend a vacuum cleaner designed for cleaning garage floors. Our floor (unpainted rough concrete) seems to collect a ton of dust and sweeping is almost impossible. I have a wall mounted shop vac, but it doesn't really work on the floor. Is there an upright garage...