Prima Epic...Any Reviews Or Comments On This Brand?

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For my last two coats of Z-5, I applied, dried, and removed under the direct sunlight. My car is black and it got pretty hot while doing it.....probably around 85. Everything went fine, but I did notice that as I was removing the Z-5, my paint started getting a lot of static. In fact, as I was buffing it off, sometimes my MF would make that crackling static noise and I could feel the static on the little hairs on my arm. Has anyone else out there had a similar experience using Zaino out in the sun? I never got this static before and I was just thinking that the very hot surface of my car might have caused this. It's not really a big deal but it's a little dusty here in LA and by the time I get around to QDing with Z-6 (which I do several hours later), there's a pretty good amount of dust clinging on to the car.
 
What part of the car were you buffing at the time? I have experienced this when buffing a plastic bumper/trim panel. Even in the shade.
 
Koy,



I'm really not sure exactly when the static started, but now that you mention the plastic parts of the car, it may very well have been that. I can't say for sure though. The thing is, when I detailed in the shade, I never got any static at all. In any event, I can't really say that this is a problem. Just curious if this happened to anyone else.



DK,



I just ordered a dozen new MF. I'll try them out for my next coat of Z. BTW, do you detail in the sun because you like it or because you have to? For some lunatic reason, I love detailing in the sun!! Typical CA boy, I guess. :)



Thanks for the input guys.
 
I'm applying SG to my car with a yellow classic round foam wax sponge. As I was applying the first layer, I noticed the crackeling of static electricity too. At first I thought it was a scratching sound, haha. It went away after the sponge got wetter. Ground yourself next time :)
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by carguy [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Can you really apply Zaino on a black car in direct sunlight? [/b]</blockquote>
Yes, but it gets a little more difficult to apply very thin coats. No matter for me because I like to paste it on a little thicker than they recommend.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by carguy [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Can you really apply Zaino on a black car in direct sunlight? [/b]</blockquote>
Carguy, aren't you "greg" from the BMW M5 forum that did the Zaino vs. Meguiar's test?
 
Intermezzo330I: Yeah, that's me. "greg" was already taken when I found this board...



If your question was specific to the Zaino topic, please note I am still curious about and learning about Zaino. I stand behind my test results, but I am still investigating it - I just did the entire left rear quarter of the Porsche in it yesterday after a very thorough de-swirling session. I wasn't trying to rub anyone's nose in anything with my question.





/GH
 
Zaino and static: Yes, I get static after removing Zaino on the Corvette. And I get hardly any when I remove it on the other vehicles. I assume it is because the vette's body is all plastic, not metal. I QD it the next morning, and it is in the garage until then. After QD'ing it seems to be much better. I use a cotton towel to remove Zaino. I don't like to use QD right after removing the Zaino for fear it will interfere with it curing out all the way.



As far as applying Z in the sun - works great! I really like this part of the Zaino system. I just use a squirt or two of Z6 on a foam applicator with each section and I can go very and even thin coats that way. I have not tried it on a black car in the sun, though. I doubt I would do it in the blistering sun of July or August (here in MO, that is) because it would just be too darn uncomfortable.
 
I detail in the sun for both reasons, I like working outside in the sun and really don't have a garage on a full time basis that I can use to detail cars whenever I want.



Intermezzo330i is right on the money. I have zainoed my black acura in the sun and it went fine. On darker colors the only drawback is that it is harder to apply thin coats because it drys very fast when the surface is hot. The car still comes out looking awesome, and even if you let it bake for 3-10 hours in the sun, it will buff off easy.



Carguy, continue to read posts and learn about zaino. I read about your test. In the end it all comes down to preferences and what is important to you. There is more to a polish than shine, although some people dont care about anything but shine because they wax their car often like once a week. I used to be like that. I even went through a stage where I only used glazes and applied them after every wash for a super wet shine. Zaino changed everything for me, the just waxed slickness and shine remain wash after wash, and you can add multiple coats till the gloss factor is up to par with your expectations. When I started using zaino I kept waxing every 1-2 weeks, but then winter set in and I couldn't wax for a few months and I was amazed at how long the "just detailed" look lasted.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by carguy [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Intermezzo330I: Yeah, that's me. "greg" was already taken when I found this board...

If your question was specific to the Zaino topic, please note I am still curious about and learning about Zaino. I stand behind my test results, but I am still investigating it - I just did the entire left rear quarter of the Porsche in it yesterday after a very thorough de-swirling session. I wasn't trying to rub anyone's nose in anything with my question.


/GH [/b]</blockquote>
carguy, everyone is entitled to their opinion and there is no reason why you shouldn't stand behind your results. I thought it was a very well done test. The pictures you posted tell me that you have a lot of experience and skill in detailing...and based upon some of the other messages you've posted here, your opinions are very well thought out. I hope you continue to post your Zaino experiences here.

Personally, I hardly ever use traditional waxes anymore because I don't have the time to spend 1-2 hours on a coat that isn't going to last much more than 4-6- weeks, no matter how great it makes my car look.
 
I just ran across products by Prima and I am looking for any feedback on this line up. Has anyone used these before? Are these products even worth a try?
 
I have not used "Epic" but I received a sample of Prima Amigo a while back and used it on a white Jetta I used to own. I topped it with BF wax and the looks were amazing. To tell you the truth it was probably the best my Jetta ever looked. I believe Amigo was designed for dark colors but it added a lot of pop to my whilte paint. The only issue was that the looks were short lived. I achieve a very close shine with greater longevity using BF with no glaze.

I would use Amigo again if I were getting a car ready for show or sale. Top it with a good nuba wax and you will love the results. :drool5:



:White Horse:
 
I have most of the original Prima product line. Nick Martinez sent it to me to try a few years back.

For the most part, I liked the product line. Some products like Amigo are terrific in some applications. I found Clarity (glass) and Nero to be average. I've had Epic but have not used it alot; I have a zillion LSP's on hand. I don't recall anything amazing about it, but I'll break it out soon and give it another try.
 
The Prima line is very good.
Living in Colorado, I've had a chance to meet Nick in person.
The Prima Epic is a real good sealant. It looks great on red and black.
Durability is about 4 months or so...
 
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