Waxing the Yaris?

[Nimble]

Originally Posted by grampi

I've tried many of the waxes and polishes on the market, and none of them can even come close to comparing with Zaino. The shine it produces is the best I've ever seen, and no other wax/polish lasts even close to as long. I've had Zaino still beading water on my vehicles after a year, and they're always parked outside. I won't use anything except Zaino. For best results, wash vehicle with Dawn dish soap, use clay bar, then apply Zaino. The results are nothing short of astounding!

That's a mighty fine opinion, and while Zaino makes good products, as a pro detailer, I can assure you there's better. For less money.

[Nimble]

In fact, here's the proof.

[grampi]

Originally Posted by Nimble

That's a mighty fine opinion, and while Zaino makes good products, as a pro detailer, I can assure you there's better. For less money.

It definitely looks good, but I've seen Zaino shines that good. What is it and how long does it last?

[jamal1984]

black cars will look good on Merguiar, Ice, Mother... if you put a little bit time into it, me i do wax my car once a month, or polish it and wax it once a month-I know it's a waste but that is my habit and it's make me and my car happy. :)

[jamal1984]

Originally Posted by Nimble

In fact, here's the proof.

That is a bad ass job there Nimble, bad i mean in a good way.

[Nimble]

Lol thanks Jamal!

No worries grampi, I used to use Zaino, so I know its merits. The old Z2 was *plasticy* looking in my eyes, especially on black and red cars. The new Z5 pro is a nice compromise of looks and the durability of a sealant. The pics of the Yaris is with duragloss 105 tpp, a sealant ($9.99 for 16oz, less than 1/2 the price of Z5 pro). All the rest are with my fav wax, Clearkote Carnauba moose wax. http://store.danase.com/clcamowax.html

[Nimble]

Oh and the DG 105 tpp will easily last as long as Zaino sealants, i.e. 5+ months. The wax is a decent durability for a wax, about 3 months. I can't wait 6 weeks to add/change what's on my Yaris, so 6 months+ is a waste for me unless it's winter.

[grampi]

Great! I will give the DG a try as I like to try new (even if they're only new to me) products all the time for comparison sake. Where do you buy this stuff? Thanks.

[marcus]

questing about ice anyone.. should i used ice then wax or wax then ice it..and what is the best paint sealer out there..im scared to use one due to it might damage the clear coat...??

[Nimble]

Originally Posted by grampi

Great! I will give the DG a try as I like to try new (even if they're only new to me) products all the time for comparison sake. Where do you buy this stuff? Thanks.

The cool thing about DG products is that they are available locally via Carquest and other places. You may have heard the craze over "Aqua Wax," well if so, they also make that product. It's a spray sealant/gloss enhancer that works amazingly well. Check duragloss.com for local places that have it. I think Napa does too. Online, Autogeek has it for good prices.

[grampi]

I'll check it out. Thanks.

[uncleyaris]

remember to checkout echo_hrs. his car has a deep outstanding colour and shine. I think he uses Zaino, that shit is really good!!!!!

[grampi]

Originally Posted by marcus

questing about ice anyone.. should i used ice then wax or wax then ice it..and what is the best paint sealer out there..im scared to use one due to it might damage the clear coat...??

Are you talking about Turtle Wax Ice? If so, I wouldn't bother with it.

[Nimble]

The main thing I find alarming about online forum "wax speak" is that many view it like this.

Turle wax, mother's, etc (over the counter items) vs ZAINO (the ONLY boutique product!!!!)

It gets annoying because I feel for you guys that only hear the word Zaino and jump like God just entered the building. In truth, their entire product line is avg at best. Even the sealants are bettered by other companies.

I mention companies like Clearkote, Jeff's Werkstatt, Optimum, Four Star, Einszett, Finish Kare, Collinite, Pinnacle, Poor Boy's, Chemical Guy's, P21S, etc and you all draw a blank. It's not your faults (you don't detail for money like I do). I'm just saying taking some time to actually research before aimlessly listening to some herd of Zaino nazis on the forums and their recommendations....."DUDE, I'VE GOTZ 54 COATS OF ZAINO ON MY RIDE....IT SHINES LIKE THE DICKENS!!!!!

Ok, now I feel better.....

Justin....dispelling the Zaino myth one forum at a time. ;)

[rstb88]

I agree I agree . All I hear over at Autopia is use Zaino, its the only thing that works great with that colour, or the durability of this product is nothing compared to Zaino. I haven't personally used Zaino cause I won't fork over the money for a mediocre product when I can buy something better in town for much less. Like Duragloss. I just wish some more of the products listed would be available locally, I hate ordering online stuff. I'd love to get some einzett. I don't even professionally detail, I just love to keep my car spotless.

[keesue]

If you clean the paint and polish it, whatever wax/sealant you use will shine at its best. The issue then becomes how long they last. ICE tends to last the shortest while the harder paste waxes last the longest. Sealants, as a general rule, last for months. Everything else in between is just hype. The differences are so miniscule they don't justify the price difference (assuming one can see them side by side on the same car). If you clean, polish and keep it ICE'd up, you're good to go in my experience. I keep mine ICE'd to the bone. Got it from Chino Charles.

[keesue]

I forget to mention that I use Meguairs to clean and polish. I seal it up with NXT and keep it ICE'd up from there. These products are available OTC. ICE is fantastic.

[r300f28]

I agree with jamal1984. The Black Magic goes on fairly easy, but is a pain in the arse to get off. You have to keep rubbing & rubbing and still it doesn't come off clean. Allot of work for an average shine. Won't use it again.