1983 GMC Sierra 2500

[imported_theamcguy]

Which one? hmmmmmm, I`m looking for some depth and extreme shine (black paint). I also like durability. Man, I ask for a lot EH? Anyways I can get my hands on Zanio real easy in Canada, Klasse is a bit harder though. What about the Z5 stuff? Does this actually work? Any reccomended steps for Zanio? Any opinioins and experiences are greatly appreciated.

[jr weeks]

Ashly Judd or Nicole Kidman...Ford or Chevy, Mercedes or BMW, and on and on...you will be happy either way no doubt. I don`t know about Klasse, haven`t tried it, no need to, but I respect what others say about it...I love Zaino. It does what I want it to do. Period. Yes, the Z5 works to hide minor swirls. I saw a marked improvement in my black Thunderbird with it, even over the Z2, which I still use every other layer. Subjective stuff really, try either and the grins will come.

[ALM]

Its like Guitarman said, six, one-half dozen or the other. Im a Klasse user and can only say great things about it. The results are awesome on my Milano Red Integra. Ive never used Zaino but have seen and heard great things about it, either product you choose, you can be sure that you will get great results.

[scottybob1]

I used Zaino on my black truck and daughter`s black honda because I wanted the high reflective look on them. The Zaino gives that look. The Z-5 does work in filling swirls, but it may take several coats to see the effect. If you go the Zaino route be sure to get the Z-6 gloss enhancer. I use that between each coat of the Z-stuff and three times a week as QD. To me, this is the stuff that gives the high reflective shine. On my inferno red 300M, I went the AIO/SG + Blitx route because I wanted that rich, deep shine look which that gave me. I QD three to four times a week with One Grand Show-off or Crystal Mist to maintain that look. In eather case, you can`t go wrong with either of those product lines. Just remember if you go Zaino....thin coats...thin is best. Good Luck, you woun`t be disappointed.

[neoprufrok]

On my black civic and Zaino on the silver accord. Klasse seems to let the black shine with a depth and richness that Zaino can`t seem to duplicate, whereas Zaino`s reflectivity is used to its best advantage on light colored cars.

[TonyTahoe]

Either routine is a great one. I went the Klasse/Blitz route by the flip of a coin.



By the way, I`ll take Ashley, Ford and Mercedes. :D:D

[Greek Guy]

Really hard to compare to two brands. Both will bring you very good results.

[DETAILKING]

Just to clear up any misconceptions...zaino is competitively priced. If you add clay to the comparison, the prices end up almost the same. Also, AIO, although a proven product that does clean, is NO substitute for clay in my opinion.

I would get Z1, Z2, Z6,and Z7 to start. Claying is optional,but recommended. You can use any brand clay, just stay away from meguires. The car wash and spray detailer really work together with the polish as a system. There is no guessing what wash or spray detailers to use....it`s all 100% compatible. You also get great customer service from SAL.

Here is zaino on black.....

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1575126&a=11974151&p=43114023 (`http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1575126&a=11974151&p=43114023`)

[PETER GIANNONE]

i just finished the first coat of z5 on my black car and it already looks great...better than anything i`ve used



looking forward to finishing it off with z2

[Tuck91]

I did this truck a few months back, the owner had it completely restored a couple years ago, the engine was immaculate but the exterior and interior could definitly use some TLC.

Befores:

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05331.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05332.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05333.jpg

Afters:

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05340.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05341.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05342.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05343.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05352.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05355.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05359.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05361.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05378.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05379.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05381.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05394.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05395.jpg

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05401.jpg

Best picture

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/Tuck91/DSC05336.jpg

[supercharged]

very nice work!!!

[imported_Jokeman]

Now that is a pickup truck!! Gotta love that old GM sheetmetal!

[imported_BretFraz]

Looks great. I remember when those trucks were just work horses, used hard and neglected. Nice to see someone actually fix them up. I`ll bet this body style will be the next big thing in truck restoration.

LOL at the last pics, with the ominous clouds and weather looming in the background. Just as I remembered in when I lived in IL.

[Tuck91]

Thank you sir. :)