ZYMOL...etc

scottjd1 · 03-09-2008, 11:36 AM

Hi all, decided to clean the 5 day old E92 today..dont what they put in the water around here but after a zymol clear auto bathe and towelled off with a mocrowipe i had water spot marks all over my new car, ot looked awful. they may have been there from new as this is the first time i have really instected the paintwork. so i decided i had to go for the HD cleanse and started with the boot lid / bonnet and roof, managed to get all the marks off and then apply a coat of carbon wax and it looks gleaming. with the unprdictable weather decided to quit whil i was ahead and comple the sides/front/back etc next week. 45 mins later a big downpour and i smiled as the water beaded up and rolled off the car..i love zymol.

any of you guys got your first layer of wax on for the year yet?

couple of questions, is the conciurs wax THAT much better?

Why are the US so anti Zymol and love Zaino so much, anyone used it and any comments.

Can i hd cleans and wax my alloys, or just use regular zymol wheel cleaner, id rather the hd/wax option.

what can i do about my brake discs which are rusting already?

thanks guys

happy detailing.

scott

Z4 Beemer · 03-09-2008, 01:26 PM

About 3 weeks ago I gave mine a good clean and wax and applied some Poorboys wheel sealer to the alloys to hopefully help repel the brake dust. Only washed it once since then and the alloys did seem a bit easier to clean.

Not sure about the Concours wax, but I'm seriously tempted to fork out for a tub of the Titanium Glaze. You should check out Detailing World

mikem · 03-09-2008, 01:42 PM

I use Ital Glaze on mine, Carbon wax is very good but I find the Glaze`s easier to apply (by hand) and last longer. I`d go with Z4 beemer on the wheels. You can of course use HD cleanse then wax but its too expensive IMO for the wheels and not designed to repell the brake dust.

quattrogmbh · 03-09-2008, 02:16 PM

I'd recommend trying Dodo Juice waxes too. They might not have the "Zymol" or "SwissVax" names, but they are right up there in terms of longevity and depth of shine. http://www.detailingworld.com is a great resource for anyone interested in detailing.

squeezebm · 03-09-2008, 03:11 PM

Boys and H,does anyone know of a good detailer around North Notts area

Z4 Beemer · 03-09-2008, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by squeezebm

Boys and H,does anyone know of a good detailer around North Notts area

http://www.detailingworld.com will have the answer

GhostsForge · 03-09-2008, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by squeezebm

Boys and H,does anyone know of a good detailer around North Notts area

I can recommend Craig from Muddy Detail (www.muddydetail.co.uk) who is based in North Notts.

I've used him a few times to detail my cars, always done a superb job.

harpalb · 03-09-2008, 06:28 PM

Personally, I love zymol titanium and find it excellent. It smells good too!!! But now I use P21s carnauba wax, easier to apply and lasts just as long. On my black cars I get a 'wetter' finish. But its not as good to sniff!!! At least the wasps and bees stay away though

creepy coupe · 03-10-2008, 05:20 AM

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Originally Posted by harpalb

Personally, I love zymol titanium and find it excellent. It smells good too!!! But now I use P21s carnauba wax, easier to apply and lasts just as long. On my black cars I get a 'wetter' finish. But its not as good to sniff!!! At least the wasps and bees stay away though

Agree 100% also used both on my cars and P21S takes some beating IMHO

Z4 Beemer · 03-10-2008, 05:41 AM

That's useful to know... though I think P21S is now called R222 (in Europe).

mjh93sa · 03-10-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by scottjd1

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is the conciurs wax THAT much better?

Can i hd cleans and wax my alloys, or just use regular zymol wheel cleaner, id rather the hd/wax option.

...

thanks guys

happy detailing.

scott

I've never used Carbon wax so can't give a direct comparison to Concours, but I would say that the sheeting effect of Concours is more pronounced than the Z4 wax that I used to use on the E46. Is it worth that much? I'm not sure as the more basic waxes give excellent results in their own right.

My Sister is using Dodo Juice on her E87 and I'd have to say that the results are impressive. Maybe not quite as effective and long lasting as Concours, but certainly up there with the Zymol Z4. My Father immediately started using it (Dodo) on his car having seen the results.

As fas as wheels go the advice that seems prevalent on detailingworld is that you're better off using a sealant than a wax due to the possible effects of brake temperatures. Lots of people seem to use Chemical Guys or Poorboys products, but I've been happy so far using Jetseal109 from cleanandshiny.

I need to get out and do some serious detailing on mine, but the weather and a stinking cold just aren't co-operating.

Bumps · 03-13-2008, 01:17 PM

I use Zymol titanium and love it. Haven't waxed it this year and last year's was stripped by a dealer wash I think (against my request.....). Need to get busy with the clay this time though....

Use Poorboys for the wheels, but you can use Zymol glazes and waxes instead. Many detailers do.

Happy rubbing

03-09-2008, 11:36 AM	#1
scottjd1 New Member 0 Rep 17 Posts Drives: E92 335dM from 3/3/08 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Kent iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 08 335d M [0.00]	ZYMOL...etc Hi all, decided to clean the 5 day old E92 today..dont what they put in the water around here but after a zymol clear auto bathe and towelled off with a mocrowipe i had water spot marks all over my new car, ot looked awful. they may have been there from new as this is the first time i have really instected the paintwork. so i decided i had to go for the HD cleanse and started with the boot lid / bonnet and roof, managed to get all the marks off and then apply a coat of carbon wax and it looks gleaming. with the unprdictable weather decided to quit whil i was ahead and comple the sides/front/back etc next week. 45 mins later a big downpour and i smiled as the water beaded up and rolled off the car..i love zymol. any of you guys got your first layer of wax on for the year yet? couple of questions, is the conciurs wax THAT much better? Why are the US so anti Zymol and love Zaino so much, anyone used it and any comments. Can i hd cleans and wax my alloys, or just use regular zymol wheel cleaner, id rather the hd/wax option. what can i do about my brake discs which are rusting already? thanks guys happy detailing. scott __________________ E92 335d M Sport Sparkling Graphite, Jade Grey, Bluetooth, Telematics & Sat Nav Professional, Voice Control System, USB/Audio Interface, Electric Folding Mirrors, Model Designation Deleted, Heated Front Seats, Velour Fron Mats, Brushed Aluminuim Interior, 18" 193 Alloys. [/SIZE][/FONT]
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Z4 Beemer Colonel 86 Rep 2,353 Posts Drives: 2009 Z4 sDrive 23i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Glasgow, Scotland, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E92 [0.00] 2004 Z4 2.2i [8.00]	About 3 weeks ago I gave mine a good clean and wax and applied some Poorboys wheel sealer to the alloys to hopefully help repel the brake dust. Only washed it once since then and the alloys did seem a bit easier to clean. Not sure about the Concours wax, but I'm seriously tempted to fork out for a tub of the Titanium Glaze. You should check out Detailing World __________________ E89 Z4 sDrive 23i... for the more discerning driver
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mikem Lieutenant Colonel 91 Rep 1,557 Posts Drives: Z4M Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Somewhere iTrader: (0)	I use Ital Glaze on mine, Carbon wax is very good but I find the Glaze`s easier to apply (by hand) and last longer. I`d go with Z4 beemer on the wheels. You can of course use HD cleanse then wax but its too expensive IMO for the wheels and not designed to repell the brake dust.
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quattrogmbh Captain 27 Rep 635 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Location iTrader: (0)	I'd recommend trying Dodo Juice waxes too. They might not have the "Zymol" or "SwissVax" names, but they are right up there in terms of longevity and depth of shine. http://www.detailingworld.com is a great resource for anyone interested in detailing.
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squeezebm Colonel 43 Rep 2,652 Posts Drives: Audi Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Notts iTrader: (0)	Boys and H,does anyone know of a good detailer around North Notts area
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harpalb Private First Class 10 Rep 100 Posts Drives: Alpina D3 Biturbo Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Huddersfield,UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 Alpina D3 Biturbo [0.00] 2007 ML420 CDI Sport [0.00] 2007 BMW Alpina D3 [0.00]	Personally, I love zymol titanium and find it excellent. It smells good too!!! But now I use P21s carnauba wax, easier to apply and lasts just as long. On my black cars I get a 'wetter' finish. But its not as good to sniff!!! At least the wasps and bees stay away though __________________ Alpina D3 Biturbo Mercedes ML420 CDI Sport
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Z4 Beemer Colonel 86 Rep 2,353 Posts Drives: 2009 Z4 sDrive 23i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Glasgow, Scotland, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E92 [0.00] 2004 Z4 2.2i [8.00]	That's useful to know... though I think P21S is now called R222 (in Europe). __________________ E89 Z4 sDrive 23i... for the more discerning driver
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Bumps Captain 18 Rep 859 Posts Drives: E92 320i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hampshire, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 320i M Sport [0.00]	I use Zymol titanium and love it. Haven't waxed it this year and last year's was stripped by a dealer wash I think (against my request.....). Need to get busy with the clay this time though.... Use Poorboys for the wheels, but you can use Zymol glazes and waxes instead. Many detailers do. Happy rubbing
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