Why Z-16 is one of the best...

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I am absolutely in love with Z-16! I have applied several coats over the past few weeks and this is the result. This product is very durable, and gives a great level of shine and gloss. After being disappointed with other tire dressings in the past, I can finally say that Z-16 is now my #1 choice for all my exterior rubber and plastic needs.



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Yeah, it's definitely one of my favorite tire dressings as well. Actually, scratch that, it IS my favorite. It's really easy to work with, and doesn't leave the tires looking fake or having that plastic looking sheen. Just a natural clean look, that can be moderated by how many applications you put on.
 
Another vote for Z16 ... I might try a few more thin liquid, water based dressings later this year, see if there is one I like better but for now Z16 is *my* gold standard for tire dressings.
 
Z16 is an excellent product. I love the fact that shine can be titrated to ones desired level of gloss ( from matte to bling you decide) and that the product dries and maintains that appearance after drying. No browning and is rather durable. Yes, a little goes a long way and also works well on other exterior rubber or plastic trim.
 
Z-16 is my favorite too. :)



I also like the Wolfgang gel now that I am getting better durability than previous times.
 
SilverLexus said:
Z-16 is my favorite too. :)



I also like the Wolfgang gel now that I am getting better durability than previous times.
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Lee .. How does the Wolfgang gel look when compared with Z16? I'm moving away from using gel dressings myself to thin liquid dressings, but I respect your opinion. Can you compare the two for application, looks and durability?



Thanks,
 
Originally posted by blkZ28Conv ...I love the fact that shine can be titrated to ones desired level of gloss ....
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Thanks E, it doesn't happen all that often, but you sent me to the dictionary on that one :) :up



I don't use any Zaino products, but I might just have to give Z-16 a try just so I could use titrated in a post. :D
 
L33 said:
How does it compare to meg's high endurance?
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IMHO: Z16 gives a cleaner, more satin look than Megs HE (original). Cleaner because it is so thin it covers the tires without that "suger syrup" or oily look you can get with Megs HE sometimes (unless you buff off the Megs HE like crazy!). It is easier to get a consistant look when using Z16 on tires with a lot of textured rubber, than when using Megs HE.



Durability is about the same for both, Z16 may have a slight edge.



Browning ... Z16 does not leave my tires as brown as Megs HE and does not seem to build up over time on the rubber, the way Megs HE can unless you scrub your tires very well when cleaning.



The only downside when you start using Z16 is that it is so liquid, you must be careful not to overload the applicator, or you can waste dressing as it drips off. Just use a few drops at a time.



Again, IMHO as long as you want a satin to low shine dressing, Z16 is just a better product.
 
16 is definitely the best plastic restorer out of the products I've tried. if the plastic is really bad I use KVLRP first then Z16 to get a great even protective shine. 9 bucks here:

http://www.sportscarcare.com/scc/brand.asp?brandid=4

I use this stuff a lot now under z16, it's like AIO for plastic and z16 seams to like being on a clean surface more than a dirty one.

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/kla-vlrp.html



Z16 totally restored this bumper. it's hard to believe because the car is relatively new but the bumber was in very bad shape. K-VLRP then Z16 had amazing results on this bumper.

http://imageevent.com/protour/socal?p=8&n=1&m=24&c=4&l=0&w=4&s=0&z=2
 
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