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These are some of the new products from the Prima line sold by Detailers Paradise (http://www.detailersparadise.com). Impressions based on applying to my swirled dark metallic green Honda by hand, and my titanium Elise by PC (4" DP finishing pad, speed 5), which is in good condition...

Anyone have opinions on this polish? Might use it to strip my FMJ tomorrow before I apply Zaino. Just don't want it to dull my PO85RD finish. - J

So far I have been treating my clear bra just like paint, meaning I initially clayed and use Menzerna FPII on it, and plan to do so about once a year. This is basically against the manufacturers recommendations, but I didn't see the harm in it. My film is the 3M variety. I received a...

My ZFX tends to dry up in about a year, basically turning into a solid in the vial. Since I it's hardly used, it becomes a waste of money for me. Three coats of Zaino last me 9 months, so I probably get about 8 drops out of a vial, and then it's done. So good is Zaino's durability, that...

Hey Guys, A very popular trend is to take a product that can exist as an LSP on its own, and then top with something to improve aesthetics. I've only topped Zaino with FMJ before, and that was only because I was lazy to strip off the Zaino. Looked great. So is the final look a...

In theory, you should always use the finest polish that accomplishes the job, correct? But what if a more abrasive polish diminished to a finer state? Since I have not yet bought ZCP, the polish leaving the highest gloss on my shelf could be PO85RD. On a scale of 1-10, it's abrasiveness is...

Hey Guys, Love the Acrylic Shield. The slickest QD I know of by far. However, today I noticed an odd problem on my black paint. Using a DF towel, the product would dry to a very faint haze as I worked it in fully. Only noticeable up close. The haze was pretty much stuck on the...

Hey guys, Tried out PO85RD this weekend and loved the polish. Application method: - Z7 wash, skipped claying - Menzerna PO85RD with PC and 4" white polishing pad from Detailer's Paradise, speed 5-6 (I like the power) - Sonus Polishing towel to remove residue - Menzerna FMJ with 4"...

Hey Guys, Has anyone ever located the source of the foam applicator that comes in each can of P21S or S100? I've tried a lot of applicators, but that is still my favorite. The size is just about perfect. Is there anything similar out there? I have DavidB's foam applicator with the blue...

Usually not a Click&Brag sort of guy, but was pleased to see how the metallic flakes came out, so I couldn't resist. New car, so the process wasn't too involving. - ClayMagic Blue clay - Menzerna Final Polish II - 3 coats of Z2 Pro - Raggtop vinyl protectant on tires and trim - Zaino Z10...

Current Situation: Let a family member take my black Merc to the dealer for an included service and told her specifically that under no circumstances should she let them wash the car. The service advisor convinced her that they would not put a scratch in the car, so she let them do the wash. It...

Hi all, Just completed a swirl removal, that was punctuated with Menzerna FPII. Typically, I use Klasse AIO underneath Zaino to give a bit of added slickness and clean the paint a bit. As it is now, the paint is ready for topping and no additonal polishing/cleaning is needed. However...

I've noticed that I get an odd hazing with polymer/oil products like Platinum UPP and Menzerna FMJ. At first I thought it was just the former, but was disappointed to note that on two test panels, both products did the same to varying degrees. Once in a while, I get this problem with Klasse AIO...

I was thinking about which quick detailer to use with Menzerna FMJ, because one of the advantages of the Zaino system is that the wash and QD contribute to longevity. Does anyone know if the Menzerna wash adds to durability versus a generic one? Furthermore, because FMJ should have similar...

Hi everyone, this is my first post in a LONG time.:o I've ordered red leather in my next car, a convertible. Obviously with the extra sun it's going to get compared to a closed vehicle, it will need to be conditioned a bit more often. But will it be prone to fading it color or anything...

On this board, I have heard both sides of the coin, that on one hand Z10 dries leather and on the other that it most certainly does not? Let us use this thread to gather information on the topic. I have uncoated Nappa leather, and have been using Z10 for the past year. I'm undecided on...

Hi all, My friend was installing some brighter hi-beam bulbs in his car last night. He left a box under the hood when he attempted to close it. The result is a small dent that looks just like one in door, except that it is protruding from the hood instead of the opposite. Can this problem...

I went back to Zaino after a long hiatus of using S100 (which I had switched back to after my first Zaino usage). Second thing I noticed after the great shine, is after one drive, the car is dusty again. CCD fixed it. It has attracted more dust sitting garage for a day, than the bare AIO'd...

Hey everyone, I am thinking of driving from San Diego to Monterey and back with my black C32. I've decided to tape the front end up, but it may not make any difference in the long run. Can anyone recommend a place to buy racer's tape or painter's tape? I'm not sure exactly which one to...

Hey all, I am in need of a recommendation for a glaze suitable for a semi-garage queen. My thinking is that it will only be driven once a month. Would this justify the omission of a wax/protectant? In addition to your thoughts on this subject, I'd like some advice on glazing or shine...