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Old 05-09-10, 07:35 PM
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I discovered Zaino products when I bought a new, black 02 vette. Today the Flint Mica LS got it's first (of many) Zaino treatments:

- Z7 wash (been using this on it already)
- Z2 show car polish
- Z6 gloss enhancer.

I need to re-order some Z5 polish to help with the scratches on the left side of the car that wasn't repainted.

Anyway, the car looked like a blue / gray mirror. I was a happy camper. Sorry, no pics. My darling wife was patiently waiting for me to finish so we could take the car to Dairy Queen.
Old 05-09-10, 07:46 PM
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That's great stuff! We have a couple 'Vette's in the family and were put on to Zaino about 9 years ago.

I used Collinite wax on my LS430 and the bead just won't quit. Such a shiny polish. I might have to Zaino it up, next! I love to clean and care for my cars.
Old 05-09-10, 10:52 PM
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Theres nothing like a clean shiny car. And with those dipped rims I know she's a beauty Caddy.
Old 05-10-10, 12:13 AM
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Can't wait to see your pictures.

I always like cleaning mine up. With the GS430 wheels it looks like a brand new car, paint it almost flawless, just a ding behind the rear door.
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always have heard positive things about Zaino. I use menzerna products and they are great too. Just clayed amd polished our 03 last weekend - sure makes them slick and shiney.
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Springtime has arrived - I been waiting for the pollen to slow down outside so I can wash, use a little clay and then wax the LS. Its been 8 months since its last wax job. I have certainly heard and read lots of positive things about Zaino. I have always used Turtle wax and Mothers products avail at local Walmart. Maybe I'll look into getting some Zaino stuff.
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I once had some great advice on the best type of cleaner, polish and wax to use on any car.
The best stuff is the one that actually makes it from the bottle to the car!
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Post some pics when you can Caddy, I love Zaino products...they are the TRUTH!!!
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Thanks for the heads up. Further reading on other forums has enthusiasts everywhere saying this is their product of choice for stunning results. I'm excited.

Zaino seems to have one small issue: I might have to order it and wait and it's really nice and sunny out this afternoon
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Where do you get this Zaino product from Caddy. I was in auto zone this morning finally ordering my hub assem. and didnt see any.
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You have to order online. The I haven't used the exterior stuff yet but Leather in a Bottle ROCKS!!!! I did my seats with it four weeks ago and they still smell like the leather shop.
my car will be clayed next week and then the Zaino polish is going on. can't wait!
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Thanks Kg19989 keith
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Zaino = Glass Smooth Look The depth it gives are unreal. I think it looks best on dark color cars as it really gives it a dimensional look to it. Lose some of that on light color cars but non the less looks great. Done it once on a silverstone metalic car and got plenty of compliments.
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Found out about Zaino on the corvetteforum.com about 12 years ago and used it on my vette and all my vehicles since.
Great stuff!!
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Zaino is not a wax, but a polish. Some say that wax is better for the paint, but I don't know. Some Zaino benefits:

- Application is quick, can be done in full sunlight, and doesn't use circular motions.

- If you get it on rubber parts, it does not leave white residue behind.

- Set-up is quick with the zf additive.

- Buffing is effortless.

www.zainostore.com


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