milani
09-15-2003, 09:50 AM
Well, after reading all of the information I could find here, and on Sal`s web site, I finally placed an order for ZFX, Z2, Z5, Z6, Z7, and the Leather in a Bottle (Cool stuff!). After reading Aurora40`s detailed review on his car, I felt the need to share my experience with my car.
This is a before pic of the car. Somewhat sterile, not much shine. I had just picked my car up from the dealer 2 days before.
http://www.autopia.org/gallery/data/500/7574mvc-005af.jpg
Now, a couple months later, it is time for Zaino.
Here are my steps.
The controversial Dawn Wash
Clay while washing (Man did that save time)
Dry with Waffle Weave
Chase drips to get all water
Paint Prep - Since the paint was near perfect, I had only 2 spots that needed work. I used P21S Multi-Surface Finish restorer on an MF to buff out a couple small scuff marks on the hood and door. Then the work begins.
This is when I mixed my ZFX and Z5. I used 1/2 oz Z5 to 2 drops ZFX. I shook like mad for 60 seconds and put it down.
1 pass with Z6 and an MF.
Shake it some more...
I started to apply the Z5 with the supplied cotton applicator. I started with it dry. I noticed that I was using quite a bit of Z, so I started to spritz the applicator. Much better application. I finished the first coat and let it set for about 20 minutes.
The removal was very easy. The residue (what little there was), came off much easier than SG. Came right off with an MF (No QD`ing to remove it!!!!)
Another Pass with Z6.
Then I started the second coat of Z5 on the hood. I finished the hood, then I was taken away from the car, with the residue on, for 6 hours.
Put the Z5 in the fridge.
When I got back to the car, I finished the second coat. Let sit for 20 minutes.
The residue on the hood still came off easy! I was surprised. The rest of the car cleaned off nicely.
Another pass of Z6.
At this point, I had used my 1/2 oz. I was hoping to get three coats out of it, but I think I applied too much at the beginning when using a dry applicator. However, I was happy with the finish. I was ready to move on to Z2.
Sleep.
Unfortunately, I was unable to get Z2 on this weekend. I will try next weekend.
Anyway, here are the Z5 results...
A fender shot...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-001FZaino.JPG
Some reflections...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-003FZaino.JPG
The whole car...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-010FZaino.JPG
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-011FZaino.JPG
I liked this shot...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-013FZaino.JPG
And a final hood shot...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-015FZaino.JPG
Since the pictures were taken under overcast skies, it shows the true reflectivity of Z. I did not think it looked "plasticy". I thought the paint really popped. I could really see the difference between the Zaino and the original, unwaxed, unsealed paint.
Once I get the Z2 on next weekend, I will post the results here...
My overall review so far = :bounce :bow :xyxthumbs
This is a before pic of the car. Somewhat sterile, not much shine. I had just picked my car up from the dealer 2 days before.
http://www.autopia.org/gallery/data/500/7574mvc-005af.jpg
Now, a couple months later, it is time for Zaino.
Here are my steps.
The controversial Dawn Wash
Clay while washing (Man did that save time)
Dry with Waffle Weave
Chase drips to get all water
Paint Prep - Since the paint was near perfect, I had only 2 spots that needed work. I used P21S Multi-Surface Finish restorer on an MF to buff out a couple small scuff marks on the hood and door. Then the work begins.
This is when I mixed my ZFX and Z5. I used 1/2 oz Z5 to 2 drops ZFX. I shook like mad for 60 seconds and put it down.
1 pass with Z6 and an MF.
Shake it some more...
I started to apply the Z5 with the supplied cotton applicator. I started with it dry. I noticed that I was using quite a bit of Z, so I started to spritz the applicator. Much better application. I finished the first coat and let it set for about 20 minutes.
The removal was very easy. The residue (what little there was), came off much easier than SG. Came right off with an MF (No QD`ing to remove it!!!!)
Another Pass with Z6.
Then I started the second coat of Z5 on the hood. I finished the hood, then I was taken away from the car, with the residue on, for 6 hours.
Put the Z5 in the fridge.
When I got back to the car, I finished the second coat. Let sit for 20 minutes.
The residue on the hood still came off easy! I was surprised. The rest of the car cleaned off nicely.
Another pass of Z6.
At this point, I had used my 1/2 oz. I was hoping to get three coats out of it, but I think I applied too much at the beginning when using a dry applicator. However, I was happy with the finish. I was ready to move on to Z2.
Sleep.
Unfortunately, I was unable to get Z2 on this weekend. I will try next weekend.
Anyway, here are the Z5 results...
A fender shot...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-001FZaino.JPG
Some reflections...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-003FZaino.JPG
The whole car...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-010FZaino.JPG
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-011FZaino.JPG
I liked this shot...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-013FZaino.JPG
And a final hood shot...
http://www.photohost.org/gallery/data/500/2119MVC-015FZaino.JPG
Since the pictures were taken under overcast skies, it shows the true reflectivity of Z. I did not think it looked "plasticy". I thought the paint really popped. I could really see the difference between the Zaino and the original, unwaxed, unsealed paint.
Once I get the Z2 on next weekend, I will post the results here...
My overall review so far = :bounce :bow :xyxthumbs