Zaino Question

OoCHR1SoO · 07-23-2007, 03:34 PM

I just did the Zaino detail process over the weekend and after putting on the three coats of Z2 Pro & ZFX I noticed streaking once i got it out in the driveway in the sun. like you could see where the z2 was.. is this just a case of it not being dry or did i do something wrong?

chris

eleven11 · 07-23-2007, 04:07 PM

I would look at Zaino's website and read some of the FAQs and Tips/Tricks. It sounds like you probably put too much on there. It takes very little when you apply. Also, it's possible you didn't let it haze enough before wiping. What I'd recommend doing now is going over each area that's not looking right with your Z6 Quick Detailer and a nice microfiber cloth.

UncleWede · 07-23-2007, 07:15 PM

Yeah, sounds like you used too much and didn't get it all off. Usually the Z6 or 8 will wipe it off. It could also be one of those two, if you used them and they dried.

To do 3 coats, how much did you mix in the little bottle? You can almost get 3 coats out of 1/2 a bottle.

OoCHR1SoO · 07-23-2007, 07:21 PM

i only mixed up half of one of those mixing bottles... istill had alot of it left after.. must of not dried..

ejazbmw · 07-23-2007, 07:43 PM

just read the tips on the zaino web site there really helpful

Lucid4000 · 07-23-2007, 08:02 PM

Yeh probably just didn't let it try. I give it at least 45min in between coats. And did you use z6 in between each coat? Because this should have eliminated most of the streaks.

bimmerFUD · 07-23-2007, 09:50 PM

Whoops. My first Zaino this past weekend I used 1 oz per coat

No wonder it was so hard to buff out. But yeah, the Z6 in between each coat got rid of any streaks/residue.

TRZ06 · 07-24-2007, 02:33 AM

What others have said, either used too much or didn't let it dry long enough. Did you use the ZXF with your Z2 or Z5?

I have been using Zaino for about 5 years now and I just love the stuff. Here are a couple of pics of my Corvette and S4 after Zaino.

Zaino can be deceiving. It looks like you are doing nothing to the car in certian lighting conditions, but if you catch the sunlight at just the right angle, you can see the polymer spreading out and covering your surface area.

TRZ06 · 07-24-2007, 02:38 AM

another

OoCHR1SoO · 07-24-2007, 03:35 PM

I love the final result.. it came out amazing! The streaks finally did go away after awhile.... i do wish it was more visible since it makes it easier to see what i missed but ill take the good with the bad haha..

i do have to give huge props to their tire dressing.. lasted through heavy rain yesterday and its still shiny today..

ill have to perfect my skills in 6months..

sapperelite · 07-25-2007, 04:06 PM

What is necessary for a Zaino job? I've looked on their site and seen the kit they sell. Is that all that is needed to do the full Zaino job?

ejazbmw · 07-25-2007, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by sapperelite

What is necessary for a Zaino job? I've looked on their site and seen the kit they sell. Is that all that is needed to do the full Zaino job?

depends what you mean by "zaino job" you can do the whole line up or just do the simple things which is what i do since its faster...don't buy the kit just buy things separately

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OoCHR1SoO Private 2 Rep 98 Posts Drives: 2007 328Cxi Black on Black Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Zaino Question I just did the Zaino detail process over the weekend and after putting on the three coats of Z2 Pro & ZFX I noticed streaking once i got it out in the driveway in the sun. like you could see where the z2 was.. is this just a case of it not being dry or did i do something wrong? chris
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eleven11 Major 435 Rep 1,480 Posts Drives: -F31- Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Derby City iTrader: (0)	I would look at Zaino's website and read some of the FAQs and Tips/Tricks. It sounds like you probably put too much on there. It takes very little when you apply. Also, it's possible you didn't let it haze enough before wiping. What I'd recommend doing now is going over each area that's not looking right with your Z6 Quick Detailer and a nice microfiber cloth.
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UncleWede Long Time Admirer, First Time Owner 18683 Rep 9,445 Posts Drives: G01 X3 M40i Dark Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oxnard, CA iTrader: (0)	Yeah, sounds like you used too much and didn't get it all off. Usually the Z6 or 8 will wipe it off. It could also be one of those two, if you used them and they dried. To do 3 coats, how much did you mix in the little bottle? You can almost get 3 coats out of 1/2 a bottle.
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OoCHR1SoO Private 2 Rep 98 Posts Drives: 2007 328Cxi Black on Black Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	i only mixed up half of one of those mixing bottles... istill had alot of it left after.. must of not dried..
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Lucid4000 Major 64 Rep 1,190 Posts Drives: 335i AW Sport 6MT Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NYC!! iTrader: (5) Garage List 2006 330i Sport [0.00]	Yeh probably just didn't let it try. I give it at least 45min in between coats. And did you use z6 in between each coat? Because this should have eliminated most of the streaks. __________________ Mobile Addictions 718.877.7700 or info@mobile-addictions.com www.mobile-addictions.com
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TRZ06 Lieutenant Colonel 645 Rep 1,753 Posts Drives: 16' M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	What others have said, either used too much or didn't let it dry long enough. Did you use the ZXF with your Z2 or Z5? I have been using Zaino for about 5 years now and I just love the stuff. Here are a couple of pics of my Corvette and S4 after Zaino. Zaino can be deceiving. It looks like you are doing nothing to the car in certian lighting conditions, but if you catch the sunlight at just the right angle, you can see the polymer spreading out and covering your surface area. Attached Images __________________ 18? Camaro 2SS 1LE 16' M3 MG Ext. /SO Int. (DCT, Ohlin R/T, 19" wheels) 15' Audi S4 13' Audi TTRS (APR stage 1, MSS springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' M3 Interlagos Blue: 6sp, Tech.
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TRZ06 Lieutenant Colonel 645 Rep 1,753 Posts Drives: 16' M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	another Attached Images __________________ 18? Camaro 2SS 1LE 16' M3 MG Ext. /SO Int. (DCT, Ohlin R/T, 19" wheels) 15' Audi S4 13' Audi TTRS (APR stage 1, MSS springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' M3 Interlagos Blue: 6sp, Tech.
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OoCHR1SoO Private 2 Rep 98 Posts Drives: 2007 328Cxi Black on Black Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	I love the final result.. it came out amazing! The streaks finally did go away after awhile.... i do wish it was more visible since it makes it easier to see what i missed but ill take the good with the bad haha.. i do have to give huge props to their tire dressing.. lasted through heavy rain yesterday and its still shiny today.. ill have to perfect my skills in 6months..
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sapperelite Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 219 Posts Drives: 07 335XI, 03 Wrangler Sport Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Springfield, VA iTrader: (0)	What is necessary for a Zaino job? I've looked on their site and seen the kit they sell. Is that all that is needed to do the full Zaino job?
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