Z-6 or Optimum Instant Detailer (OID)

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DownSouth

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Without taking price into consideration, which do you like better, Z-6 or OID, and why?



Does OID work as well as Z-6 on Zaino products, like Z-2 and Z-5?
 
Z6 hands down. I think it looks better, cleans better and even though this really doesnt matter smells better. I find I get streaking with OID but it is slicker than Z6. I only use Z6 when I have Z on a car.



I been on a nuba kick of late. Refound my love for #16.
 
I would go with OID. Much slicker and give a very nice glossy surface, cheaper as well.

I never got any streaking from OID.
 
-Longhorn- said:
Z6 hands down. I think it looks better, cleans better and even though this really doesnt matter smells better.
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What is Z-6 supposed to smell like? I got mine at the same time I bought Z-8, and I think Z-6 smells like ... well, "industrial glue" is the first thing that comes to mind. It smells very chemical-ish to me, although Z-8 smells quite fruity.
 
docrice said:
What is Z-6 supposed to smell like? I got mine at the same time I bought Z-8, and I think Z-6 smells like ... well, "industrial glue" is the first thing that comes to mind. It smells very chemical-ish to me, although Z-8 smells quite fruity.
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My bottle of Z6 has a wonderful grape-type smell. It's not chemical-ish at all.
 
If your primarily using Z2/Z5/CS I would use Z6. Otherwise use the OID.



Ive never had streaking problems with Z6, however, I only use it in conjunction with Zaino products.



OID is a great QD. OID has streaked occasionally with OPT products and others. I dilute it a bit more than what is recommended and it still streaks here and there.



They both have their place IMO.
 
NSXTASY said:
If your primarily using Z2/Z5/CS I would use Z6. Otherwise use the OID......
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Do you recommend this strictly because Z-6 is in the Zaino line, or have you seen better results with it over Z2/Z5 compared to OID?



I plan on using Z-6 between coats of Zaino, but if OID is just as good a weekly QD as Z-6 over Zaino sealants, then I'll go with it.
 
I know you didn't ask about this one but if you are trying to find a great QD I suggest you try out Deep Detail from Deep Finish. It is by far one of the best I have used. I had Z8 and Z6, they are nice but after I tried DD I'm done looking for QD's. It leaves the surface super slick, and looks amazing.
 
DownSouth said:
Do you recommend this strictly because Z-6 is in the Zaino line, or have you seen better results with it over Z2/Z5 compared to OID?



I plan on using Z-6 between coats of Zaino, but if OID is just as good a weekly QD as Z-6 over Zaino sealants, then I'll go with it.
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IMO, I did not notice anything different using Z-6 between coats of Zaino. I think it's over kill, and I just use Z-6 as a pure QD, and after car washes. Save the product.
 
Everyone's mileage varies I suppose, but I see a big difference in using Z6 between layers. I've only done it once because I think you have to let Z8 cure overnight (I did anyway) before adding another layer, but Z8 between layers makes an incredible difference if you have the patience.
 
I don't care for Z6. It's very similar to DG FC&S (cheaper) but both can streak in my experience. I use Zaino sealants, but prefer the Werkstat AG or QW.
 
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