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Old 12-23-2007, 05:41 PM   #1
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I purchased Zaino Z-5, Z-6, and Z-2 which I applied about 6 months ago. Since then I've used the Z-6 about 3 times. I have to say, I just washed it and the water still beads up like I just waxed it yesterday.

The other question is the temp in my garage is just under 50 degrees. Is this too cold to use Zaino?
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Old 12-23-2007, 05:43 PM   #2
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I do it annually (during the winter while it is hibernating ) I apply 3 or four coats and then keep it up with Z6/Z8 and Z-CS.
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Old 12-23-2007, 06:21 PM   #3
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I do, either, a z5 or z2 application everytime I drive the car. Luckily, I don't drive it everyday.
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Old 12-23-2007, 06:49 PM   #4
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I do, either, a z5 or z2 application everytime I drive the car. Luckily, I don't drive it everyday.
I'd be broke and worn out if I did this every time I drive my C6, not to mention I'd have to question my own sanity by then.
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Old 12-23-2007, 09:07 PM   #5
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The temperature is fine, Zaino away.

I Zaino my garage queens which don't need it every time I wash them.

I zaino my daily drivers anywhere from every 3 weeks to every 3 months pending on if I have time or not.
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Old 12-23-2007, 09:29 PM   #6
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It'll be just fine at 50 degrees.
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Ok..call me lazy but I bought Zaino because the outstanding looks and durability. I'll apply either Z2 or Z5 once every 6 months. I use Z8 maybe once every month.
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are there zaino products that would cure the wheel well areas, and the front bumper from "road rash"?

it looks faded, and like permanent "splash" marks around the fenders
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Old 12-24-2007, 10:40 AM   #9
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My cars are fair weather garage queens. I Zaino them when I feel like it. You have probably built up enough coats to protect your finish and make it look good. I think at this point you are just looking for that extra POP that a fresh detail gives you. I like it 50 or above in the garage. I think I spend more heating the garage than the house
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Usually go from 6-8 months on the daily drivers. Z8 1-2x a month. Maybe some Clear Seal every 2-3 months.
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Old 12-24-2007, 05:20 PM   #11
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The only problem you'll have with the colder temps is, like with humidity, you'll need to wait a bit longer until you remove the Zaino. On Sal's website, he's stated that he's done a car when the temps were in the 30's ... it just took a bit longer to get to the point where he could remove it. You're fine.
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