Z-CS vs. Ultima Paint Guard Plus

**RyanGambrill** · 09-10-2010, 12:44 PM

Are these two products comparable?

Both claim to be a "Wipe and Let Dry".

**superchargedg** · 09-10-2010, 06:51 PM

I dont know much about the other but UPGP is a wipe on and let cure product and is a darn nice sealent.

**craigdt** · 09-11-2010, 12:50 PM

Yep very similar. And Optiseal. Just wipe on and walk away.

**Alexshimshimhae** · 09-12-2010, 05:05 PM

how are they on durability?

**superchargedg** · 09-13-2010, 09:34 AM

I cant really say about durability as i cant stop using different products all the time ..........damn addicting disease this is.

**akimel** · 09-13-2010, 11:22 AM

I`ve been using UPGP now for almost two years on my wife`s vehicle. It`s garaged at night but gets driven regularly. I think three to four months represents an accurate estimate of the durability we`ve been getting from a couple of coats of UPGP. Of course, the stuff is so easy to apply that I almost always apply a fresh coat every couple of months during the non-winter months.

**AstroMax** · 09-26-2010, 07:39 AM

I use UPGP on my two cars since three years. They stay in garage when not used.

I apply it every six months. Very happy with it.

**Dan** · 09-26-2010, 09:29 AM

UPGP seems to last about 3 months for me.

**dervdave** · 09-26-2010, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by superchargedg

I cant really say about durability as i cant stop using different products all the time ..........damn addicting disease this is.

Yeah I`ve got it as well, just can`t leave things alone :chuckle:

**imported_DieselMDX** · 09-27-2010, 12:55 AM

same her only used ZCS but i like it alot i always use it after to wash to freshen up

always putting a coat on so dont know about durability

**gigondaz** · 09-27-2010, 05:35 AM

Originally Posted by RyanGambrill

Are these two products comparable?

Both claim to be a "Wipe and Let Dry".

I use Zaino ZCS quite regularly on customers` cars, and my own 3 vehicles.

It`s not because the stuff is great, but rather, it takes nearly the same amount of time to use a QD.

So, I would rather use ZCS `cos it`s so much longer lasting than a mere QD.

Mistake no.1: Using too much. Then you get smudges.

Once you get the hang of applying ZCS, its simple.....extremely thin layer is the KEY.

On 1 panel, just 1 tiny spritz. Very easy and quick. Apply and leave it.

All traces of it shd disappear in 15mins max (hot humid weather).

Use the same applicator only for ZCS. I use a microfiber pad and it`s great.

On the next day, I feel that the results are even more obvious. Dunno why, but that`s my observation.

But ZCS does NOT leave behind that Z2Pro feather-smoothness. IMO, its still smooth, but slightly draggy.

1 yr ago, I did some testing on ZCS, and recorded the results.

Weather: Tropical, high humidity, and occasionally rainy.

Test cars spend the entire daytime exposed, and sheltered at night.

Washed only once a week. No QD used.

On top of cured carnauba

1 layer of carnauba on well-prepped surface: average 1.5-2mths.

1 application of ZCS on top of cured carnauba (tested: Dodo, S100, Swissvax and Zymol): 2mths max.

Note:

I theorize that, when the Carnauba dies off, that layer of ZCS goes along with it. But ZCS does give the carnauba`ed car a slightly more reflective look.

On top of cured Zaino Z2-Pro

1 layer Z-2pro on well-prepped surface: avg 2.5-3mths

1 application of ZCS on top of cured Z2-Pro: avg 4mths. Beading still evident, but its nearly a goner.

Yesterday, I applied ZCS on top of Jeff`s Werkstadt Acrylic Jett (silver car), and I was marvelling at it today! Adds a tiny bit of reflectiveness, and makes silver a bit "brighter". Love it on light colours.

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**wannafbody** · 09-27-2010, 06:20 PM

ZCS is best used over a base such as ZAIO or another good AIO.

**Scottwax** · 09-27-2010, 06:52 PM

I prefer Opti-Seal to either Z-CS or UPGP. All are similarly easy to use and pretty durable but once cured, OS looks the best, has the most depth and unless the other two have lowered their prices, it is also the least expensive per ounce.

**Rob Tomlin** · 09-27-2010, 06:59 PM

Originally Posted by Scottwax

I prefer Opti-Seal to either Z-CS or UPGP. All are similarly easy to use and pretty durable but once cured, OS looks the best, has the most depth and unless the other two have lowered their prices, it is also the least expensive per ounce.

I haven`t tried Z-CS, but I agree with your points on OS compared to UPGP.

**Dan** · 09-27-2010, 07:37 PM

Originally Posted by Rob Tomlin

I haven`t tried Z-CS, but I agree with your points on OS compared to UPGP.

Yep, same for me, I skipped Z-CS because even most of the Zaino fanboys weren`t very impressed. But if its OS vs UPGP, OS is a very clear winner, even if both were priced the same.