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      09-21-2008, 12:25 AM   #1
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Hey guys, I see that the majority of the people on this site stand by zaino, but rarely mention any of the specifics. What would be a relatively inexpensive but effective cleaner? wax? Thanks in advance
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My car is a SGM. With Zaino, I start with Z7, then ZAll-in-1, followed by Z2. After washes and between polishes, I use Z6. I use leather (Z9&10), windows (Z12, but not on tint) and tires (Z16). My car is a shiny SGM (No, I don't work for Zaino).
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If you prefer not to use Zaino, there are many options. P21S Wax works well. In fact, most of P21S products are quite good. The wheel cleaner is sensational. I switch between Zaino and other methods, just to try them out. Zaino works quite well, but tends to attract dust.

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Any wax is better then no wax but I have found wax is worth spending a bit more $$ on. You can buy cheap stuff that works okay but for a little more $$$ you get a easier to apply product that looks better and lasts longer.
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Any wax is better then no wax but I have found wax is worth spending a bit more $$ on. You can buy cheap stuff that works okay but for a little more $$$ you get a easier to apply product that looks better and lasts longer.
Exactly. I think its worth spending a bit more to get better results, as long as you put in the time to apply it correctly. Some stuff is a bit overpriced in my opinion, like many of the Swissvax waxes, which are probably amazing, but for a couple hundred dollars, I consider them only for professional detailers and people that have money burning in their pocket.

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I would say if you plan on ordering online go with P21s, Griots....if you are going to your local Autozone or whatever I always used Meguiars Gold products. Many times with these cheaper, local store bought products it isnt the product but proper APPLICATION of the product that counts....
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Hey guys, I see that the majority of the people on this site stand by zaino, but rarely mention any of the specifics. What would be a relatively inexpensive but effective cleaner? wax? Thanks in advance
Inexpensive but effective cleaners:
Zaino z7: http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...oduct_Count=12

Dodo Juice Born to be Mild: http://www.detailedimage.com/Dodo-Ju...-Shampoo-P250/

Chemical Guys maxi Suds: http://www.detailedimage.com/Chemica...axi-Suds-P224/

Zaino is not a wax, it is a sealant. Waxes and sealants serve the exact same purpose - protection and shine. Sealants are just the newer technology, and the good ones also leave behind a slick anti-static surface. For the basic Zaino kit all you need is the "triplet" package, which is zAIO (your first cote), z8 (second cote, and quick detailer), and zCS (top cote): http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...roduct_Count=2

Of course, once people start using Zaino they usually end up with the rest of the lineup: z2, z6, z7, zFX, etc.

Waxes are really a matter of personal preference. I've used Dodo Juice in the past, its great stuff (it even smells good), and DetailedImage.com now carries their lineup. http://www.detailedimage.com/Dodo-Juice-M35/

If you really want a slick looking car, get a claybar. You can put $0.99 turtle wax on a perfectly clayed car and it will look great.

I should also mention www.detailersdomain.com I've never purchased from them, but heard good things. DetailedImage and DetailersDomain are both active on these boards and offer discounts to 1addicts - do a search for more info.

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My car is a SGM. With Zaino, I start with Z7, then ZAll-in-1, followed by Z2. After washes and between polishes, I use Z6. I use leather (Z9&10), windows (Z12, but not on tint) and tires (Z16). My car is a shiny SGM (No, I don't work for Zaino).
zAIO should go down before z7 b/c it has the best bonding properties :wink:.
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