Zaino at last - Nissan Murano

**Kris** · 04-17-2004, 09:18 PM

Finally put Zaino today. Yesterday, washed the car and put one coat Z2 and one Z5. Today added two more Z5 and used the gloss enhancer............I am very happy with the results.........

see here: Zaino

The pictures do not really show the true results..........

PS. Effect was so good that I was told: FX next, even though the FX looks like that: FX

04-17-2004, 10:55 PM

Nice pics Kris. It finally warmed up enough in North Jersey to spend some time with my MO. Like you I went with Zaino. Washed with dawn and used the clay bar. I was nervous using the clay bar at first, but is really is a breeze to use. Kept it wet with a mixture of water and Z-7. I applied 2 coats of Z-5 and Z-6. Both were very easy to use and looked great. I added another layer today and finished the interior. It looks GREAT!! Going cruising tomorrow.
ps. I think my wife is getting jealous

**Corin** · 04-17-2004, 10:58 PM

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Originally posted by Dapping
ps. I think my wife is getting jealous

Carefull, bud. They start to get a little upset when they realize you'd rather spend time with your car than with them...

~ Corin

pcs15394 · 04-18-2004, 04:05 AM

Looks really good. I have been using Klasse. Did you clay your ride before using the Zaino? I haven't used the clay yet and I am going to have to start over because I've got white particles, dust , and water spots buried under the layers of Klasse.

**Kris** · 04-18-2004, 10:26 AM

I wish I did. I have clay bar but did not have time to make use of it............maybe next time..........

Dookie · 04-18-2004, 05:50 PM

Zaino is great, isn't it? One thing though, it was my understanding that the Z-5 wasn't needed for lighter colors, and only for colors like black and red. Did you talk to Sal over at Zaino? Mine is silver, so I'm wondering if I need it or not...

**Kris** · 04-18-2004, 08:01 PM

Dookie,

I did not talk to Sam……….my understanding was that Z5 was for swirls removal…….I guess I overdid it. I could have just used Z2 and it would have been fine. With FX I will just go with Z2 and Z6.

Dookie · 04-18-2004, 08:04 PM

I can't tell you one way or the other because I never tried the Z5. It might work though on any color car. I'm sure it does somewhat. I just got the leather conditioner and it smells so good and seems to work good too. Did you use the ZFX accelerator with the Z-2?

04-18-2004, 08:35 PM

My mistake earlier - I used Z2 instead of Z5 with ZFX. Had no surface scratches or swirls. Went on like a dream and dried fast.,

**Kris** · 04-18-2004, 08:44 PM

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Originally posted by Dookie
I can't tell you one way or the other because I never tried the Z5. It might work though on any color car. I'm sure it does somewhat. I just got the leather conditioner and it smells so good and seems to work good too. Did you use the ZFX accelerator with the Z-2?

Yes, I did use the ZFX accelerator. It allowed me to put 3 leyers in 4 hours

esemes · 04-18-2004, 09:10 PM

kris-

i was gonna make the jump to zaino, but decided to go my other route...

since i am cleaning/washing/detailing/ and rewaxing so often, i am confident i have an eqaully matching result, for less work..

this pic makes me dizzy!

**Kris** · 04-18-2004, 10:04 PM

[QUOTE]Originally posted by esemes
[B]kris-

i was gonna make the jump to zaino, but decided to go my other route...

since i am cleaning/washing/detailing/ and rewaxing so often, i am confident i have an eqaully matching result, for less work..

this pic makes me dizzy![B]
[QUOTE]

1. just playing with PhotoShop

2. what other route?

pcs15394 · 04-19-2004, 04:36 PM

Is he referring to just buying new cars instead of waxing the old ones???

**Kris** · 04-19-2004, 10:40 PM

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Originally posted by pcs15394
Is he referring to just buying new cars instead of waxing the old ones???

I like this one! You nailed it!

Mr3Putt · 05-04-2004, 01:11 PM

OK, I got my Zaino, got a bunch of towels and am ready to get intimate with the MO. Here's some newbie questions....

After the Dawn wash.... I claybar, then wash again, then I'm going to use the Z5 for swirls, then the Z2 (with Z6 in between) Soooo...

Do I Zaino the grill?

What about the wheels?

Headlights? Tail lights? Or is it just painted surfaces? If not, then what about the glass? chrome?

Can I use the towels to remove more than one coat?

How high should I fill the little bottles? Will the Zaino remaining in the bottle stay fresh between coats?

Will the applicator stay fresh between coats?

Should I use a seperate applicator for the Z2, Z5 applications?

I have a teenie paint chip, After using the official Nissan touch up paint, do I need any specific prep work before Zainoing?

Thanks in advance.

04-17-2004, 09:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	Zaino at last Finally put Zaino today. Yesterday, washed the car and put one coat Z2 and one Z5. Today added two more Z5 and used the gloss enhancer............I am very happy with the results......... see here: Zaino The pictures do not really show the true results.......... PS. Effect was so good that I was told: FX next, even though the FX looks like that: FX __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

04-18-2004, 04:05 AM	#4 (permalink)
pcs15394 Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Central Florida Posts: 757	Kris Looks really good. I have been using Klasse. Did you clay your ride before using the Zaino? I haven't used the clay yet and I am going to have to start over because I've got white particles, dust , and water spots buried under the layers of Klasse. __________________ Sean I Miss my :04 Midnight Blue SL , Tinted Front Windows, Chrome SL Wheels, Rear Bumper protector, SS Aries Step Bars, and Push Bar.

04-18-2004, 10:26 AM	#5 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	I wish I did. I have clay bar but did not have time to make use of it............maybe next time.......... __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

04-18-2004, 05:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
Dookie Super Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 466	Zaino is great, isn't it? One thing though, it was my understanding that the Z-5 wasn't needed for lighter colors, and only for colors like black and red. Did you talk to Sal over at Zaino? Mine is silver, so I'm wondering if I need it or not... __________________ 2005 Nissan Armada LE Navi/DVD

04-18-2004, 08:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	Dookie, I did not talk to Sam……….my understanding was that Z5 was for swirls removal…….I guess I overdid it. I could have just used Z2 and it would have been fine. With FX I will just go with Z2 and Z6. __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

04-17-2004, 10:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dapping Guest Posts: n/a	Nice pics Kris. It finally warmed up enough in North Jersey to spend some time with my MO. Like you I went with Zaino. Washed with dawn and used the clay bar. I was nervous using the clay bar at first, but is really is a breeze to use. Kept it wet with a mixture of water and Z-7. I applied 2 coats of Z-5 and Z-6. Both were very easy to use and looked great. I added another layer today and finished the interior. It looks GREAT!! Going cruising tomorrow. ps. I think my wife is getting jealous

04-18-2004, 08:04 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dookie Super Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 466	I can't tell you one way or the other because I never tried the Z5. It might work though on any color car. I'm sure it does somewhat. I just got the leather conditioner and it smells so good and seems to work good too. Did you use the ZFX accelerator with the Z-2? __________________ 2005 Nissan Armada LE Navi/DVD

04-18-2004, 08:35 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dapping Guest Posts: n/a	My mistake earlier - I used Z2 instead of Z5 with ZFX. Had no surface scratches or swirls. Went on like a dream and dried fast.,

04-18-2004, 09:10 PM	#11 (permalink)
esemes hail 2 the snail Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: 'wet'coast of Florida Posts: 796	kris- i was gonna make the jump to zaino, but decided to go my other route... since i am cleaning/washing/detailing/ and rewaxing so often, i am confident i have an eqaully matching result, for less work.. this pic makes me dizzy! __________________ www.gsxrpaddock.com <-----my site www.imprezawrxsti.com<-----not my site WWW.NASIOC.com<----- solid resale gold

04-18-2004, 10:04 PM	#12 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	[QUOTE]Originally posted by esemes [B]kris- i was gonna make the jump to zaino, but decided to go my other route... since i am cleaning/washing/detailing/ and rewaxing so often, i am confident i have an eqaully matching result, for less work.. this pic makes me dizzy![B] [QUOTE] 1. just playing with PhotoShop 2. what other route? __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

04-19-2004, 04:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
pcs15394 Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Central Florida Posts: 757	Other route Is he referring to just buying new cars instead of waxing the old ones??? __________________ Sean I Miss my :04 Midnight Blue SL , Tinted Front Windows, Chrome SL Wheels, Rear Bumper protector, SS Aries Step Bars, and Push Bar.

05-04-2004, 01:11 PM	#15 (permalink)
Mr3Putt Super Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,569	ZZZZZZZZZZZ OK, I got my Zaino, got a bunch of towels and am ready to get intimate with the MO. Here's some newbie questions.... After the Dawn wash.... I claybar, then wash again, then I'm going to use the Z5 for swirls, then the Z2 (with Z6 in between) Soooo... Do I Zaino the grill? What about the wheels? Headlights? Tail lights? Or is it just painted surfaces? If not, then what about the glass? chrome? Can I use the towels to remove more than one coat? How high should I fill the little bottles? Will the Zaino remaining in the bottle stay fresh between coats? Will the applicator stay fresh between coats? Should I use a seperate applicator for the Z2, Z5 applications? I have a teenie paint chip, After using the official Nissan touch up paint, do I need any specific prep work before Zainoing? Thanks in advance. __________________ Former owner of ~~~~> Black O3 SE AWD

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