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I havn't been around the forum for a good while and have been out of the loop on car detailing. I have a 2007 Tundra that I want to start from scratch on. I applied Zaino about 6 mos ago and have been washing with Zaino car wash since. I know I need to polish out some minor imperfections because...

I want to use Zaino on my new truck. It is a 2007 Toyota Tundra and it was built July 24th. Is it ok to use Zaino or do I need to wait for the paint to cure a little more? I am not new to Zaino but I plan on using the new clear seal with a topper of Z2 pro.

What products do you recommend for carinf for new leather? I am open to any product but I need advice on which one to get. The leather is Honda grey.

My wife bought a new car and it needs to be protected. I need a simple process that she can do herself. I am a Zaino fan so I want to useit on the car. Can I use Z-aio on a new car and top it with the z-cs or should I put a layer of z2 pro and the top with z-cs? I will wash with dawn first to...

I have had satellite radio for a few months. Everytime I wash my truck, I move the antenna to wash underneath. I have noticed that some scathes are starting to show. Any way to prevent this? I thought about buying some of that clear bra stuff. Where can I get a ptece that small and is it...

I have about a half dime sized chip on the front of my new truck. I don't want the entire bumper to be painted so I thought Aerocolours would be a good alternative. I tried touch up paint and Langka but did not get the results I was after. Any thoughts?

I am about to buy a new truck and want some help choosing a color. I have narrowed my choices down to red or white. From a maintainance point of view which color would you choose and why? What issues will I run into with each color(fading, surface scratches and so forth).

I have used Zaino for many years with good results. I want to try out Meguiar's NXT. Is there anything I need to do before applying the NXT over Zaino? I plan on doing a Dawn wash and all the other usual steps. Also, how is the durability of NXT?

I just bought a 2004 4runner last week and am ready to give it a full detail. I have been using Zaino for the past 2 years with good results. I have not been up to date on new products and things like that lately. Should I stick with Zaino or go with another polymer? I like the durability of...

How long should I wait before applying Zaino to my new 4runner? I just picked it up on Friday and it just came into port from Japan one week earlier. Do I have to let the paint cure? I couldn't stand the way the dealer washed my new ride so I washed with Z7 and it looks great.

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I am already using Zaino and like it a lot. I have recently noticed some very fine scratches on the surface of my car. Which polish do you suggest for my pre Zaino treatment. This will be done by hand. Scottwax, do you get good results from VM? Should I wash with Dawn or Z6 after the polish to...

I noticed the other day that some fine scratches were developing on my truck. I have been using Zaino for the past year and I love the way it looks. What can I use to remove the scratches from my paint? I have been told that if I use a polish that the oils in the polish will prevent the Z from...

I noticed the other night after I got through washing my silver car that there were some fine scratches on the surface. I could only see them when the flood light was at certain angles but they are there. I have been using Zaino for the past year with great results. I have a couple layers of Z5...

Is it OK to label my MF towels with a Sharpie marker? I have several towels that I would like to dedicate to certain tasks and want to wash them seperately. Will the marker be bad for the paint of MF?

I have never used a pc and don't own one. I want to know if I can use an smr by hand to get some swirl marks and scratches out of black paint? I was thinking about using some 3m Perfect It. Is that the correct thing to use?

I am detailing for the first time a dark green lexus with mild paint contamination. I plan on washing with dawn, claying, washing again, then applying Zaino Z1 and Z5 or Z2. My question is which Z should I use at first. The lady wants me to use Zaino now(1 coat) and then in another 3 months...

I am looking to get some Bklackfire for my girlfriend's silver car. I currently am using Zaino on my silver truck and am very happy with it. I just wanted to try out the Blackfire because I have heard good things about the new formulation. Thanks.:bow

I am currently using Zaino polish on my silver paint and am happy with it. I am just curious if the pros here at Autopia suggest something better for silver paint. Thanks in advance.:bow

In your opinion, what is the best spray on, no wipe tire dressing? I have all terrain tires and there is a lot of grooves in them that make it hard to fill with dressing. I use tire swipes but still miss some spots. I am looking for something that I can spray on and walk away. I'm fairly new to...