Forgive me if this has been asked before, I tried searching but I don't think I utilized it properly, I ended up sifting through countless posts with no avail. Anyways, I've been told that layering a coat of carnauba over Z2 or Z5 will simply strip the Zaino. The guy who told me this is EXTREMELY pro-Zaino and completely biased towards anything else. In fact, his exact words were "don't layer any carnauba wax over Zaino, in fact, that sh** will strip it off Z2." Is there any truth to this?
Carnauba over Zaino?
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Mad iX
No detail for you!!!
A pure carnauba will not strip anything, let alone Z2/Z5.
Once Z2/Z5 is bonded to the paint (if you applied it properly), it won't come off that easily.
Just stay away from cleaner waxes. Souveran, Natty's, #16 to name a few are all safe to use over Zaino. Whether or not you'll like the look is another matter, but you certainly won't be compromising the durability/protection of Zaino.
Once Z2/Z5 is bonded to the paint (if you applied it properly), it won't come off that easily.
Just stay away from cleaner waxes. Souveran, Natty's, #16 to name a few are all safe to use over Zaino. Whether or not you'll like the look is another matter, but you certainly won't be compromising the durability/protection of Zaino.
JasonD
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I'd say that you will probably *strip* more off when you wash your car. Do what Mad iX suggested and you'll be fine.
By the way, this applies to most all sealants, not just Zaino.
By the way, this applies to most all sealants, not just Zaino.
Thanks for the quick replies. I asked specifically about Zaino because thats what I have used in the past.
Mad iX- You said "Whether or not you'll like the look is another matter..." Is that simply because all combinations are simply a matter of preference, or do most people not prefer the look of wax over Zaino?
BTW, a friend gave me a jar of P21S, so I was considering giving that a try, thats why I asked the question. Thanks.
Mad iX- You said "Whether or not you'll like the look is another matter..." Is that simply because all combinations are simply a matter of preference, or do most people not prefer the look of wax over Zaino?
BTW, a friend gave me a jar of P21S, so I was considering giving that a try, thats why I asked the question. Thanks.
imported_pdsterns
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I started this one awhile back, it might be some help
http://autopia.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=54056
http://autopia.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=54056
Mad iX
No detail for you!!!
Your paint type and color are important factors as to how it will look but in the end it really is just preference.
If I were after durability and reflectivity then Zaino it is. Otherwise it's Carnauba for depth and wetness, although a few layers of Z2Pro will have very nice depth.
If I were after durability and reflectivity then Zaino it is. Otherwise it's Carnauba for depth and wetness, although a few layers of Z2Pro will have very nice depth.
imported_memnuts
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Actually, Sal has developed a topper for his polishes that creates the same effect as a carnuaba topper that is completely compatible with his system - Z8. You might want to give this a try after using the "free" P21S. :xyxthumbs