Zaino Users

**MattP** · 08-20-2007, 02:16 PM

Can i use Z6 then Z8, & can i put on more than 1 layer of Z8.

I read Z6 & Z8 are interchangable, & do not use Z8 straight before using Z-CS, but can i use Z6 straight before i use Z-CS.

**mikeinaustin** · 08-20-2007, 02:57 PM

sure, z6 is really just a cleaner (a bit more than that, but not much). i either wash vehicle and then put on z8 or i simply use z6 to clean vehicle (if it isn`t too dirty) then put on z8. i`m not sure z8 really layers, but if it does, i`d wait 12 hours between to allow it to fully cure.

**gmblack3** · 08-20-2007, 03:04 PM

Yes Z6 before CS, not Z8 before CS.

Z8 is very nice after CS.

**wannafbody** · 08-20-2007, 04:57 PM

only 1 layer of Z8 per day

**imported_memnuts** · 08-20-2007, 05:13 PM

Yes Z6 before Z8 is perfectly okay on a "clean" vehicle. Z6 is not a waterless wash QD. It will clean smudges, fingerprints and low mineral containing water spots. Anything beyond that deserves a wash.

Z6 is a wonderful QD to use but only on a "clean" vehicle. To avoid surface marring only QD a clean vehicle.

If in doubt always wash prior to any finish manipulation. The extra shine, gloss, and protection is not worth marring the finish.

I think I`m repeating myself but I mean to stress this point.

I would not layer Z8 but use after each wash if you like or after Z6`ing a clean vehicle.

**MattP** · 08-21-2007, 09:38 AM

How about when using Z8 as a replacement for Z6, & you put on 3 layers of ZFX Z2, & use Z8 before/after each layer.

Can this be done, as it means putting on many layers of Z8.

Thanks everyone for expanding my Z knowledge.

**imported_memnuts** · 08-21-2007, 09:47 AM

You can use Z8 between all layer if you desire. I normally just Z8 between the last 2 layers and Z6 between the 1st and 2nd. For the 1st 2 layers I do moisten my applicator with Z8 in place of Z6.

Don`t be afraid to play around with as many combinations that you can think of. Zaino is extremely forgiving.:2thumbs:

**Macruz19** · 08-21-2007, 11:06 AM

I have a good question... How come you CANNOT apply Z-8 prior to Z-CS? What is the outcome?

I just applied Z-CS yesterday, after I did 2 layers of ZFX Z-5pro on friday, and today when I get home, I`m doing Z-8 wipedown.

**imported_memnuts** · 08-21-2007, 11:30 AM

You can apply Z8 prior to CS and I do it all the time. The catch is you must allow the Z8 to cure prior to applying CS. I usually wait 12-24 hrs even when I add 1 drop of ZFX (to 1 oz of Z8) to the Z8.

**Macruz19** · 08-21-2007, 11:57 AM

Thanks Edwin. You`re always a big help

**Paulie Walnuts** · 08-21-2007, 02:14 PM

Originally Posted by gmblack3a

Yes Z6 before CS, not Z8 before CS.

Z8 is very nice after CS.

I have never used CS but why couldnt you put CS over Z8?

**Paulie Walnuts** · 08-21-2007, 02:15 PM

Whoops should have read the whole thread, my bad.

**bobbyt** · 08-25-2007, 03:38 PM

Another question for the Zaino pros

I have a "Khaki" color Jeep. Should I be using mostly Z5 or Z2 on this color? It`s not bright but it`s not dark.

In the above picture I did 2x Z5 + 2x Z2 and noticed the flake went flat looking but had decent gloss.

**Joshua312** · 08-25-2007, 04:03 PM

I think people read too much into whether they should be using Z2 or Z5...If in doubt I would just use CS, looks great on all colors, will not mute flake.