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Zaino Application)
Ok, I know a few out that use Zaino. The basic stuff is right
from the Zaino webpage on how to apply it and give your car an
awesome shine with some of my personal experience. I put the
product numbers for what comes with the Total Protection Kit.
Items Needed
- Zaino Total Protection Show Car Kit (recommended, cheaper to
get as a kit)
- 100% cotton towels. Preferably microfiber. I recommend DF
towels.
Process
1. Clay Bar
The Z-18 Clay bar. If this is the first time you are applying
Zaino, I would recommend you use the claybar first. This removes
any contaminates from the paint and leaves the surface ready for
the first layer. Use 1/2 capful of Z-7 Car Wash to 12 ounces of
water. I use a spray bottle for the mix. Shake it up and spray the
area to be Clayed. Just make sure to keep the surface area
lubricated while using the ClayBar. Be careful not to drop the
claybar, it does get a bit slick and if dropped, it pretty much is
ruined.
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2. Rewash
After this is done, use a bit of Dawn liquid to remove the
residue that may be left over from the claybar. Then rewash wiht
the Z-7 carwash. Rinse well and make sure the car is dry and no
waterspots remain. Once the claybar and dawn is done, you shold not
have to do this again. Just wash the car as normal with the Z-7
carwash.
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3. Apply Z-5
Ok you are ready for the first layer. I started with the Z-5
with the ZFX additive. Use as directed but you really do not need
much polish to do a complete car. I can mix a full ounce for 2
cars. Do not apply too thickly, either. If done right you should
barely see it going on, it will give a slight haze in
appearance.
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4. Allow to Dry
Allow to dry for at least an hour. Humidity and temperature
affect the time for drying. To test if it is ready to come off just
rub your finger on a section. If it comes right off without
smudging, it is ready.
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5. Apply Z-6
After you have removed the Z-5, you should then apply the Z-6
Gloss enhancer. This also helps when you get ready to apply the
next coats of Zaino and should be used this way, or for a touch
up.
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6. Second coat of Z-5
If you have time and the weather is nice enough, you can apply a
second coat of the Z-5. Usually 3 coats will remove pretty much any
noticable swirl marks. If the temp is under 70 degrees though, No
more than 1 coat is recommended in a 24 hour period.
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Step back and admire the shine. It is a bit lengthy but I think
it is worth it in the long run. Each layer you apply the color and
shine gets better and better.
