quick question!

I'm not so sure about that.

Zaino has some tricky bonding issues.

The Zaino webpage states that the paint surface should be clean of any polishes, waxes, etc.

They recommend washing the car with Dawn dishwashing soap to strip any prior coatings off.

READ..THIS...
 
hmm. im not sure about the dawn tho. maybe they just dont want u using other products. and if not, then my question arrises again, is dawn strong enough to remove ocw and parts of upps that was aplied 2 nights ago? put it on my granfathers car after i polished out the swirls for quick protection until i got the zaino i ordered.
 
I just edited my first response with this info from Zaino...

...READ...THIS... (see item #3.)

Dawn is highly alkaline, therefore stripping almost anything from the paint surface, but not harming the clearcoat.

Zaino does not recommend using it on a regular basis, just for surface prep for a first-time Zaino coat.


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The only comment I can offer here is that Dawn sure doesn't do a very good job of removing products from foam pads. I soaked my hand applicators and PC pads for hours in a Dawn mixture and then kneaded them for several minutes and there was still lots of sealant/wax discoloration in them.
Based on that, I don't see how just washing with Dawn will remove much in the way of previous product applications.

Having said that, you probably should follow the instructions supplied by Zaino.
They should know the best way to prep for it.

Charles
 
If all you have is AIO and Z2Pro the combination will work. Washing with Dawn in conjunction with AIO will give you a good base to put the Zaino Z2Pro on. Have used that same precedure with good results. Although I now use the whole Zaino system.
 
cwcad said:
If all you have is AIO and Z2Pro the combination will work. Washing with Dawn in conjunction with AIO will give you a good base to put the Zaino Z2Pro on. Have used that same precedure with good results. Although I now use the whole Zaino system.
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Do you mean this:

Dawn Wash
AIO
Z2Pro

or this?

AIO
Dawn Wash
Z2Pro...

I would think the second scenario would strip the AIO.
 
i actually ordered the whole line. its for my granfathers black volvo.

i would think thats since i polished it 2 days ago and just used one application of ocw (one side) and upps (other side) that theres not really a thick coat on there. although ocw and upps seem very durable thus far.

but now that u say alkaline, it makes me think that its actually stronger than what i may have first thought.
 
quick post,

how do u guys see this working?

thorough wash with poorboys wash (for its lubricity purposes in removing any dirt that may have settled on the car)
RINSE
dawn wash
dry
thorough wipe down with water/alcohal?

i just dont want any residues left behind form aio or any cleaner for that matter to effect it...

jeez, im sounding more and more like a zainolot.


wheres my can of megs #16?
 
I don't think you'll need a water/alcohol rubdown.

1. After the Dawn wash (and drying), mix your ZFX with Z2Pro and apply your first layer.

2. Wait an hour, buff off with MF or 100% cotton towel.

3. Apply Z6 (applies like a QD)

4. Repeat Z2Pro application

5. Apply Z6

6. Done
 
Luster said:
Do you mean this:

Dawn Wash
AIO
Z2Pro

or this?

AIO
Dawn Wash
Z2Pro...

I would think the second scenario would strip the AIO.
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The first list:
Dawn
AIO
Z2PRo
 
joyriide1113 said:
i actually ordered the whole line. its for my granfathers black volvo.
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What is the whole line that you ordered?

If you got the whole line then use the process as it states on the instructions that come with the order.

You can do as you like BUT...if it were me, I would get rid of any other sealant or wax that you have previously applied. AIO will do that? An ISO/water wipedown will only help the process but certainly is not needed after AIO.

But you stated that you got the whole line of Zaino so that means that we are talking about something that really does not matter. Just use the whole line of products.
 
when i said line i should have said the 84 dollar kit. it doesnt come with a paint cleanser, tho i dont think zaino offers one.
 
joyriide1113 said:
when i said line i should have said the 84 dollar kit. it doesnt come with a paint cleanser, tho i dont think zaino offers one.
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Please don't any of the Zaino users take this personal, but I really cracked up when I read joyride bought an $84 dollar kit and still needs more product to do the job right. I thought Zaino was not supposed to be expensive.:)
Imagine telling the average Joe that uses Meg's Color-X and NXT Tech Wax that he should spend $84 to get almost enough stuff to wax his car. :rolleyes:

And yes, I have used Zaino and didn't feel it was that expensive. I didn't buy the $84 kit though. I no longer remember, but I think I spent less than $40 including shipping. It was whatever products suggested by Zaino at that time.

Charles
 
joyriide1113 said:
when i said line i should have said the 84 dollar kit. it doesnt come with a paint cleanser, tho i dont think zaino offers one.
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Now I know what you have.

I would do this
wash dawn
clay
washz7
aio
z5 times three with zfx with z6 wipedowns between layers
z2pro times three with zfx with z6 wipedowns between layers

Yes Zaino has a paint cleaner to match the system. It is call zpc fusion. have used it. worked well on my wifes car.

Charles, at fourty dollars you did not get the decal now did you?? :lmfao
 
cwcad said:
Charles, at fourty dollars you did not get the decal now did you?? :lmfao
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Gosh, no! Does that make the car faster as well as shiny?
I see a lot of decals and keep thinking I should get me some of those, but I think maybe I'll stick with bumper stickers. :)

Charles
 
ill just use some ssr1 and follow it by some alcohal/water. I know how klasse sg can be when not put on a proper template so ill take the same precautions with this one.

with the 4 hours of polishing i did the other night and this combo im tryiung on his car, this will be my x-mas gift to him.
 
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