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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 06:09 AM
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I have not seen this product mentioned on here so I want to make sure that if someone is looking for the absolute best car care products you must try this. Every product they make is absolutely stunning.

www.zainostore.com
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 06:48 AM
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toyo, I know there's a few members that use these products. I can't remember where I was looking, but it has some great reviews. Did you get a chance to look in the automotive detailing section? Check out detailing bliss, and go into the forum-show and shine. You'll be able to see work folks have done, most of them are step by step...it'll sort of give you an idea of what members used...pros and cons.
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 10:20 AM
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I've used Zaino products for 10 years and have been very pleased.
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 01:31 PM
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I've heard nothing but good things about Zaino products. I'll probably try some of their stuff out the next time I fully detail the SC and LS.
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 04:12 PM
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Oh my... Get ready, my trusty wallet!
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 05:10 PM
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I have been a Zaino disciple for 12 years. Follow Sal's directions to a "T" and you will be hooked on their products.
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Old Sep 18, 2012 | 03:12 PM
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Claybared my car today. OMG is all i can say.
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Old Sep 18, 2012 | 05:07 PM
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Claybared my car today. OMG is all i can say.
Yep, follow that with Z-2 & Z-6 and the paint will feel as smooth as your gal's <insert favorite part(s) here>.
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Old Sep 18, 2012 | 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by caddyowner
Yep, follow that with Z-2 & Z-6 and the paint will feel as smooth as your gal's <insert favorite part(s) here>.
And just might look as good too!
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 05:35 AM
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And what about swirls? Looks like previous owner was overly optimistic about polishing. I got swirls all over, and it's more visible after claybaring...
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 06:45 AM
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Z-5 polish helps hide the swirls.
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 08:00 AM
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Ok, getting more Zaino products. It's just i used CARALL japanese clay, as it's the only clay available in Moscow (nobody here even heard of claybaring, so i got the clay by pure luck - shopkeeper didn't even knew what it's for lol).
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 09:40 AM
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Remember to spray a mist of diluted soap on the paint when you clay to lubricate it and prevent from adding more swirls / scratches. Also, turn the clay or reform it frequently. Use rubber gloves to keep from dropping the clay or hold the clay above a plastic tub as it gets really slippery to the skin. Once it hits the ground, throw that piece away and use another.
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Old Sep 20, 2012 | 05:17 AM
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thanks so much.

Last edited by Lynzoid; Sep 20, 2012 at 06:28 AM.
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Old Sep 20, 2012 | 05:48 PM
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I have always used a spray bottle with a little bit of Dawn in it. Makes it a little more slippery against the paint.
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