I'm "Zainoing" this weekend-Any tips? - Nissan Murano

ella138 · 04-13-2005, 01:42 PM

My Mo is being delivered on Saturday and I am planning on using my Zaino kit on Sunday. I've never so much as washed a car myself (I always go to the carwash). Any suggestions would be appreciated. It looks like the weather will be about 64 degrees and sunny on Sunday. Hope it wont take long to dry

**zebelkhan** · 04-13-2005, 03:28 PM

Plan to get plenty of rest before and after Zainoing. Drink lot's of fluid, and have someone nearby in case of extreme fatigue

I hear it is tough work...

Halo · 04-13-2005, 04:46 PM

Try to apply as little Zaino per step as you possibly can. Almost to the point of not being able to see it on the car. If you see a thick haze (similar to what you expect with a carnuba wax) develop, you've probably used too much.

Let it really dry well between applications. One wipe with a microfiber towel should leave a smooth surface with no smearing. If it is smearing, you've applied too much or haven't waited long enough or both.

Try to stay in the shade.

ella138 · 04-13-2005, 08:20 PM

have someone nearby in case of extreme fatigue

Oh My God!!! You're freaking me out!!!

CopperKat · 04-13-2005, 09:56 PM

Aren't you supposed to wait till the paint has cured? Or does that just apply to certain types of wax?

dklanecky1 · 04-14-2005, 07:33 AM

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Originally posted by CopperKat
Aren't you supposed to wait till the paint has cured? Or does that just apply to certain types of wax?

I think the general concensus is that the paint is cured when the clear coat is applied, and then the clear coat cures on the boat ride over from Japan.

**jaak** · 04-14-2005, 08:43 AM

Perfect temperature for it this weekend, but yes, try to do it in the shade.

Forecast for Toronto....

LKimura · 04-14-2005, 08:50 AM

Try this page... http://autopia.org/

Do a search on Zaino in the "University" Forum and you'll find what the detailers say about Zaino.

It's a good source of info on car care.

Use Zaino sparingly. Their web page has good information as well.

mrken3 · 04-14-2005, 08:54 AM

Ella,

You will have no problem, just follow directions they send with kit. Also do a search in forums for Zaino, there was apost that helped me a lot. Just take your time and enjoy what your doing because when your finished it will be worth it. Have a lawn chair refreshments your radio and have fun. Like post above put in on thin, if you use additive to make it set up faster you can wait 15-30 min between coats. I have had a lot a compliments on my Mo and I did my neighbors car and now he`s sold on it. Any other questions just ask.

Mr3Putt · 04-14-2005, 09:13 AM

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Originally posted by ella138
have someone nearby in case of extreme fatigue

Oh My God!!! You're freaking me out!!!

"Zainoing" really requires little physical effort. The claybar can seem tedious, but the results are well worth it!

The actual application of the "wax", done properly, is effortless.

The reason it's so time consuming, is that the initial application is several steps.

Wash, Claybar, Wash, Apply coat, Wipe, Use the spray, Apply coat, Wipe, use the spray.....

Give it at least a few hours, multi task by cutting the grass or doing another chore while the stuff dries.

You won't be sorry, and the only thing that will freak you out is the shine....

CopperKat · 04-14-2005, 10:11 AM

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Originally posted by mrken3

I did my neighbors car and now he`s sold on it.

Wish I had a neighbor like you!

**jaak** · 04-14-2005, 10:21 AM

Yeah, any houses for sale in your neighbourhood?

mrken3 · 04-14-2005, 11:35 AM

When your retired you finds things to do and I enjoy keeping my vehicles clean. Also here in Burgh area we have had 12 days of sun so we have to make the most of it.

If you where in my area bring refreshments and a little elbow grease.

ADV · 04-14-2005, 07:18 PM

How well does the process rate on removing swirl marks. My black MO is showing some swirlies on its clear coat. Probably from my persistent hand washing. Does the process work well for swirls?

ella138 · 04-14-2005, 09:21 PM

Thanks for your input, my husband thinks I'm nuts to be doing this. I dont have quite as many steps because the car is brand new. After speaking to Sal Zaino, I dont need to use the clay bar and because I have their new product ZFX I dont need to put on a coat of Z-1. So its wash, dry, apply Z-2, remove, apply Z-6 remove. That's about as ambious as I plan to be. I hope one coat of Z-2 and Z-6 is enough to see shiny results
Ella

04-13-2005, 01:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
ella138 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto, Ont. Canada Posts: 82	I'm "Zainoing" this weekend-Any tips? My Mo is being delivered on Saturday and I am planning on using my Zaino kit on Sunday. I've never so much as washed a car myself (I always go to the carwash). Any suggestions would be appreciated. It looks like the weather will be about 64 degrees and sunny on Sunday. Hope it wont take long to dry __________________ Sunlit Copper 2005 SE/Charcoal Leather/All the bells and whistles including rear sensors

04-13-2005, 03:28 PM	#2 (permalink)
zebelkhan Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 6,041	Re: I'm "Zainoing" this weekend-Any tips? Plan to get plenty of rest before and after Zainoing. Drink lot's of fluid, and have someone nearby in case of extreme fatigue I hear it is tough work... __________________ 2004 SL AWD - Super Black - Leather Package (Café latte) - Tow Package - Floor Mats - Splash Guards - Cargo Area Protector - Rear Bumper Protector - Front Window Tint - Dawn Color Matched Body Side Molding – Day Time Running Lights - PAC-NIS1 Aux Audio input - Pressure Pro TPMS and Anti Theft Sensor Locks - 7" Xenarc VGA Touchscreen - Compaq EVO e-PC 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 Carputer with 120GB HD, DSATX PSU / Shutdown Controller, Road Runner Front End, iGuidance 3.0 Navigation, DVD player, Internet access, XM satellite radio, Deluo GPS receiver, Linksys WiFi Antenna, TERK XM antenna - Tweeter 22uF CAP mod - Magnetbra - Custom Backup Camera - Aries Polished Stainless Steel Sidestep (nerf) Bars - Euro-Tech Nudge Bar - Homemade Lower Grill Cover - Auxiliary Projection Fog Lamps - Aluminum Fuel Tank Shields - Wade Window Deflectors - Nissan Sunroof Deflector - Scosche UBRH Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit

04-13-2005, 08:20 PM	#4 (permalink)
ella138 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto, Ont. Canada Posts: 82	have someone nearby in case of extreme fatigue Oh My God!!! You're freaking me out!!! __________________ Sunlit Copper 2005 SE/Charcoal Leather/All the bells and whistles including rear sensors

04-13-2005, 09:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
CopperKat Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California Posts: 423	Aren't you supposed to wait till the paint has cured? Or does that just apply to certain types of wax? __________________ Copper/Charcoal SL, Muth Signal Mirrors

04-14-2005, 08:43 AM	#7 (permalink)
jaak Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Toronto, Eh! Posts: 4,662	Perfect temperature for it this weekend, but yes, try to do it in the shade. Forecast for Toronto.... Attached Thumbnails

04-13-2005, 04:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
Halo Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 443	Try to apply as little Zaino per step as you possibly can. Almost to the point of not being able to see it on the car. If you see a thick haze (similar to what you expect with a carnuba wax) develop, you've probably used too much. Let it really dry well between applications. One wipe with a microfiber towel should leave a smooth surface with no smearing. If it is smearing, you've applied too much or haven't waited long enough or both. Try to stay in the shade.

04-14-2005, 08:50 AM	#8 (permalink)
LKimura '03 SE 2WD Cold Pkg, VDC Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: So California Posts: 143	other resources Try this page... http://autopia.org/ Do a search on Zaino in the "University" Forum and you'll find what the detailers say about Zaino. It's a good source of info on car care. Use Zaino sparingly. Their web page has good information as well.

04-14-2005, 08:54 AM	#9 (permalink)
mrken3 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Aliquippa, Pa Posts: 48	Ella, You will have no problem, just follow directions they send with kit. Also do a search in forums for Zaino, there was apost that helped me a lot. Just take your time and enjoy what your doing because when your finished it will be worth it. Have a lawn chair refreshments your radio and have fun. Like post above put in on thin, if you use additive to make it set up faster you can wait 15-30 min between coats. I have had a lot a compliments on my Mo and I did my neighbors car and now he`s sold on it. Any other questions just ask. __________________ 2005 SL, CHARDONNAY, AWD, Mud Flaps, Cargo Protector, Floor Mats, Weathertech Bug Deflector, Zaino, Manick Rocker Bars, Great car.

04-14-2005, 10:21 AM	#12 (permalink)
jaak Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Toronto, Eh! Posts: 4,662	Yeah, any houses for sale in your neighbourhood?

04-14-2005, 11:35 AM	#13 (permalink)
mrken3 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Aliquippa, Pa Posts: 48	When your retired you finds things to do and I enjoy keeping my vehicles clean. Also here in Burgh area we have had 12 days of sun so we have to make the most of it. If you where in my area bring refreshments and a little elbow grease. __________________ 2005 SL, CHARDONNAY, AWD, Mud Flaps, Cargo Protector, Floor Mats, Weathertech Bug Deflector, Zaino, Manick Rocker Bars, Great car.

04-14-2005, 07:18 PM	#14 (permalink)
ADV Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Georgina, Ontario, Canada Posts: 136	How well does the process rate on removing swirl marks. My black MO is showing some swirlies on its clear coat. Probably from my persistent hand washing. Does the process work well for swirls?

04-14-2005, 09:21 PM	#15 (permalink)
ella138 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto, Ont. Canada Posts: 82	Thanks for your input, my husband thinks I'm nuts to be doing this. I dont have quite as many steps because the car is brand new. After speaking to Sal Zaino, I dont need to use the clay bar and because I have their new product ZFX I dont need to put on a coat of Z-1. So its wash, dry, apply Z-2, remove, apply Z-6 remove. That's about as ambious as I plan to be. I hope one coat of Z-2 and Z-6 is enough to see shiny results Ella __________________ Sunlit Copper 2005 SE/Charcoal Leather/All the bells and whistles including rear sensors

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