Help, I`m addicted to Zaino Z-8

**SilverLexus** · 03-18-2006, 05:56 PM

I`ve been using this stuff like a madman and the water is just sheeting off my car. It probably has saved me 5-10 minutes in time from washing the car due to lubricity and how it works with Z-7.

What I find really cool is how the surface gets so incredibly slick after a few hours. I`ve learned it works well to do a pass with a dry plush towel after each application and it seems to have a better look if you do a Z-6 pass before each run.

But what really fuels my addiction is the smell. Papaya? Some kind of mango? I love it.

Am I crazy or do others here share my addiction?

**tailwind** · 03-18-2006, 06:09 PM

Meh. Too expensive to use often.

**SilverLexus** · 03-18-2006, 06:12 PM

Yeah I know it is pricey...I just lightly mist so it goes a ways.

**fisherbln** · 03-18-2006, 06:30 PM

I love the stuff, but yes, it sure is darned expensive.

**cwcad** · 03-18-2006, 06:37 PM

Lee, I have it to! I call it Zaino wipedown Friday. I look forward to it every week on the wife`s car. There is Z6, Z8 or other Z products in my detailing fix practically every day with the black truck!!

**SilverLexus** · 03-18-2006, 09:28 PM

My new Zaino slogan:

Nothing beats the look and satisfaction after a Z-8 application.

**ZaneO** · 03-18-2006, 09:33 PM

Originally Posted by SilverLexus

But what really fuels my addiction is the smell. Papaya? Some kind of mango?

Apricot, IMO.

**SilverLexus** · 03-18-2006, 09:42 PM

I think it`s different than apricot...maybe I`m wrong.

**gmblack3** · 03-18-2006, 11:15 PM

Originally Posted by ZaneO

Apricot, IMO.

I agree with Zane on the smell.

**imported_memnuts** · 03-19-2006, 04:06 AM

Originally Posted by fisherbln

I love the stuff, but yes, it sure is darned expensive.

At first glance Z8 appears expensive but a more profound view reveals how inexpensive this product really is.

Extends the life of Z sealants to almost infinity.

Time saved verses complete application of a LSP to get that "just waxed" look. I my book, time is money! Is there a price on having your vehicle looked "just waxed" after a wash or a Cali dusting and Z8 session.

1/2 oz of Z8 should be sufficent for most vehicles including full size SUVs.

Oh yes, the olfactory stimulation, another vote for apricot, is also priceless. :getdown

**SilverLexus** · 03-19-2006, 06:57 AM

Time saved verses complete application of a LSP to get that "just waxed" look. I my book, time is money! Is there a price on having you vehicle looked "just waxed" after a wash or a Cali dusting and Z8 session.

Very true. I have the sprayer set on a superfine mist and put it on as thinly as possible.

Oh yes, the olfactory stimulation, another vote for apricot, is also priceless.

I guess it must be an apricot smell. It`s very seductive and tropical in any event.

**Joeystang** · 03-19-2006, 12:14 PM

So would Z8 be okay to use over Souvaran?

Is it better than 425?

**PakShak** · 03-19-2006, 01:25 PM

I too like the papaya scent of Z-8 and it works even better. The FK 425 is a good alternative as well. Both products come highly recommended. :xyxthumbs

With Aloha,

Ranney

**Derf** · 03-19-2006, 04:26 PM

Originally Posted by Joeystang

So would Z8 be okay to use over Souvaran?

I am wondering the same thing.

**imported_memnuts** · 03-19-2006, 05:34 PM

Z8 though formulated to work with Zaino sealants, others have used this product with other LSP`s.

For equal results (additional protection, just waxed appearance and excellent gloss after a wash) that Z8 accomplishes with Zaino sealants, I would suggest Crystal Mist as the best super QD for Souveran.

From recent reviews FK 425 seems also to be a great alternative.