I just got my 04 super black track and wow its awesome. so the 2nd day i put a coat of Z2 and then Z5 with gloss enhancer. Does it really improve the shine if you keep adding coats? If so, should i alternate Z2 and Z5 or just do one or the other? Will the Z5 eventually fill up all the swirl marks as i apply more and more coats? I see peoples sigs with things like 68 coats of zaino and i was wondering is this overkill or is there never enough coats of zaino? thx

 

also has anyone used the Z-16 tire gloss? is there something better out there?

 

With the Zaino application,

The process is after you wash and dry.

1. Z-6
2. Z-5 with ZFX
3. Buff
4. Z-6
5. Z-2/ZFX
6. buff
7. Z-6
8. The continue applying Z-2. You can put more Z-5 (gets rid of swirls, ect) if you want.

Also your second question, the Z-16

I like the Z-16 because it does not splash everywhere when you drive. It does not give you the extreme wet look though


Also, go to Zaino.com and they have some tips and tricks. Or do the infamous search tool here. GL and Happy Zainoing!

 

Once you get past a certain point, number of coats, the return on shine is negligible, but each coat does help increase durability and protection. Once you get it looking like you want, use Zaino as needed, for maintaining the finish after that.

 

I love the tire shine, there are shinier products out there for sure, but it lasts longer than any other, and doesnt feel and look greasy. also wont spin off the tire and onto the car.

 

The Zaino Z-16 tire dressing also has UV protectant in it and your tire won't "brown" with it like you see using Armour All.

And BTW, NO ONE has 68 layers of Zaino on their Z! Well, at least not YET!!!


52 layers and counting.

 

I haven't tried the Zaino, but have found Meguier's "endurance" gel to be excellent but it does spin off a bit

 

I see a big difference on black right after doing the second coat. I would apply 2 to 4 coats of Z-5 right at first to see if you can fill in the paint swirls before going to Z-2. Of course use the Z-6 Gloss Enhancer right after buffing off a coat of Z-5 for added pop.

Are you using the Z-1 or the ZFX system?

No one needs 20, 30, or even 68 coats, many people enjoy polishing and waxing as a hobby....

 

The key with Zaino tire gloss is to do two coats. Apply one coat. Come back an hour later and apply the second coat.

 

im using hte ZFX accelerator. so i do 2 coats at a time. next weekend i will put on at least 2 more coats of Z5 to fill in as many swirls as possible. i also just got my 2 "big blue" super absorbant towels and 3 Micro Fibre towels for washing and such. and im putting on my grille and geting my tints do finally, so its a big weekend

 

Ive found that the second coat of Z-2 on top of a previous layer of Z-2 is the "money coat" Take before and after pics and see for yourself. You will love it!

 

I really like the Z-16 tire dressing because it's not greasy-looking and the tires look like brand new real rubber. It also lasts a lot longer than many other products I have used in the past.

 

Wholeheartedly agree. I put on the first two coats last week and after the first it was "where's the beef?". The second not only made me a believer, but a disciple as well.

 

The second coat of Z-2 or Z-5 is the money coat, I agree completely. I first experienced this back around 1998 when I first started using Zaino, I talked to Sal on the phone and he said to notice a big pop in the paint after the second coat as his products can layer, I say something to the effect of "no way" or I have never had a product that would layer, but Sal was right....

 

Hey, would you guys recommend getting the whole Zaino kit, the one for about $80-something? I'm a new roadster owner, and need something good to keep that gloss up!

 

Yes! Depending upon how serious you to "keep that gloss up!", you might want to consider ordering with you kit and extra Z6 and Z7. You will use those the most. Also, don't know the color, but look at some GOOD towels. I used the 100% Cotton until I noticed "swirls", then switch to towels atL www.dftowel.com

 

Thanks! I ordered the kit... any suggestions on something to pick up at the local auto-parts place for washing/drying (i.e. types of towels). Thanks!

 

Like Kevin said, towels are CRITICAL. You WILL cause swirlmarks if you use the wrong stuff. I bought the super absorbant waffle weave drying towel over at autopia.com and the microfiber towels at dftowel.com They are superior towels and will not cause swirls.

 

Has anyone noticed swirls using 100% cotton Fieldcrest towels? Ive only washed my car a few times and have not seen any yet, granted it is a very light color. I use DFTs to apply and remove wax, but I use the Fieldcrests to wash, dry and apply Z-6.

 

Try using the DF towel for drying and for the Z-6 also. The DF towel and Z-6 is just pure magic.....