You are here: Forums Coupes & Convertibles Infiniti G37 Infiniti G35 G37 Car Washes, Waxes, & Care

Infiniti G35 G37 Car Washes, Waxes, & Care

31 messages,  Last post on Dec 03, 2009 at 10:50 AM

You are in the Infiniti G37 Forum. Your Host is claires

What is this discussion about? Infiniti G37, Exterior, Interior, Coupe, Convertible, Sedan

Messages Page 4 of 4 1 2 3 4 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

#22 of 31 Re: scratch shield paint [pkhoopes] by addams Nov 17, 2009 (6:47 am)
Replying to: pkhoopes (Nov 16, 2009 9:32 pm) And it seems odd no Infinitis are using the scratch shield in 2010{as far as I can tell} and infiniti won't say why. Replies to this message: pkhoopes (Nov 17, 2009 9:07 am)
#23 of 31 Re: scratch shield paint [eaglemaster] by pkhoopes Nov 17, 2009 (9:03 am)
Replying to: eaglemaster (Nov 17, 2009 4:14 am) This guy lives in Tennessee but can ship nationwide. He also is a supplier of Zaino products. It's basically him and his wife running a side business, but the products I've gotten from him are high quality. I use the 20 x 14 cotton towels for washing (CDT4 on the order form), and the 20 x 28 (CDT2) for drying and wax removal (even though, as I mentioned above, I am starting to utilize some microfiber products. I think the thick cotton does an even better job of drying than the waffle weave microfiber towels). The finger towels (FAP) are like small wash mitts that fit over 4 fingers...good for washing wheels, exhaust tips, etc.   link to order form
#24 of 31 Re: scratch shield paint [addams] by pkhoopes Nov 17, 2009 (9:07 am)
Replying to: addams (Nov 17, 2009 6:47 am) I ran across a recent post that indicated at least some of the 2010 models sold in Canada will have ssp, though I can't confirm this.
#25 of 31 i use Zaino products as well by members78 Nov 17, 2009 (11:13 am)
the other day i did a stupid thing. i was at the gas station pumping fuel, and i decided to clean the windows down with a squeegee. i got some water on the car, so i took the 'seemingly soft' paper towel they provide, and gently wiped the surface dry. lo and behold, i saw swirl marks where i had done the deed. i was so beside myself because i have had the car only what, 2 or 3 weeks, had done numerous pain-staking details and had applied 4 coats of sealants, only to do something stupid like use a non-microfiber cloth.   well, this story has a happy ending. turns out, after a few hours, i noticed the swirl marks had disappeared. i assume the heat from the engine encouraged the scratch shield to do its job, b/c this happened at night and there was no sun to hasten the ssp.   while this may seem like a testament to ssp, and the technology did work as advertised, i wonder if this whole experience could have been avoided with regular paint?
#26 of 31 Re: Zaino [pkhoopes] by eaglemaster Nov 23, 2009 (7:41 pm)
Replying to: pkhoopes (Oct 13, 2009 8:47 am) Just checking in to see how you made out with the Zaino???? Replies to this message: pkhoopes (Nov 25, 2009 9:50 pm) denverg35 (Dec 01, 2009 8:59 pm) pkhoopes (Dec 03, 2009 10:50 am)
#27 of 31 Help by addams Nov 25, 2009 (5:12 am)
Is there some site that has the right info on waxing and detaining scratch shield paint? Infiniti was no help. Replies to this message: pkhoopes (Nov 25, 2009 9:56 pm)
#28 of 31 Re: Zaino [eaglemaster] by pkhoopes Nov 25, 2009 (9:50 pm)
Replying to: eaglemaster (Nov 23, 2009 7:41 pm) On the G37, I found quite a few small waterspots on the upper surfaces after washing/drying, so I decided to give the Zaino AIO (all in one) a try. I had just used this product for the first time on my '07 Honda Accord (whose paint had been neglected as of late) and was very impressed with it. Any abrasives in it are very fine and will not cause any swirling in the paint...it is more of a chemical cleaner. Took the water spots right off. In the future, I will also use this for spot cleaning bug splats and bird poop. It is important to get these off of the paint as soon as possible as they can cause permanent damage. Use a damp microfiber cloth to gently remove as much as possible, then the Zaino AIO with a soft dry microfiber cloth to remove any remaining residue.   I then applied 2 coats of Z2 (enabled with ZFX). After removing each coat of Z2, I followed with a Z6 wipedown. I then tried the Zaino Z-CS clear seal for the first time and I like it. Very easy to apply...just wipe on (VERY sparingly) and let it dry. Finally, a quick wipe down with Z8 Grand Finale...the car now glows! The overall feel of the paint is fairly slick, but maybe not as slick as on other cars I have used Zaino on...must be the Infiniti paint.   As hesaid had noted earlier, Zaino removal (AIO, Z2, etc) did seem more difficult on the Infiniti paint. As I have mentioned previously, I usually use the 100% cotton towels to remove Zaino, but it took more effort this time around. I ordered several of the Perfect Shine microfiber buffing cloths from properautocare.com, and found that these made the removal much easier. I will now use the smaller cotton towels for washing, the larger cotton towels for drying, and microfiber for wax removal and glass care. Here is a link to the microfiber cloths...very high quality, very soft, and they are hemmed in microfiber instead of polyester thread so the edges will not scratch either (and no, I do not have any affiliation with the company!).   link">http://www.properautocare.com/vipeshmibucl.html Replies to this message: denverg35 (Dec 01, 2009 8:59 pm) pkhoopes (Dec 03, 2009 10:50 am)
#29 of 31 Re: Help [addams] by pkhoopes Nov 25, 2009 (9:56 pm)
Replying to: addams (Nov 25, 2009 5:12 am) I think you're at the right place! Just use your favorite car wash solution and wax, and use either 100% cotton cloths (made in USA only), or high quality microfiber (not the ones you find in Wal-Mart, etc) for washing and waxing.
#30 of 31 Re: Zaino [pkhoopes] by denverg35 Dec 01, 2009 (8:59 pm)
Replying to: pkhoopes (Nov 25, 2009 9:50 pm) Hey, pkhoopes, I have been using the AIO as well. Do you find that the Z2 provides a better shine/seal? I still have quite a bit left, but switched to the AIO for ease of use (no mixing). And agree that the Z8 really makes a difference, had been finishing with Z6 but now always do a final coat with the Z8.   And thanks for the link! Replies to this message: pkhoopes (Dec 03, 2009 10:50 am)
#31 of 31 Re: Zaino [denverg35] by pkhoopes Dec 03, 2009 (10:50 am)
Replying to: denverg35 (Dec 01, 2009 8:59 pm) It's hard to make an objective comparison of the actual 'degree of shine' between the AIO and Z2, but I think that I would give the nod to the Z2. As far as sealing, I think they both work well. I was not originally planning on using the AIO on my new G37 since I knew the paint was in good shape already and knowing that the AIO contains mild abrasives. However, when I discovered the small water spots, I decided to give the AIO a try (knowing that it was safe to use on new paint having just tried it on my Honda), and it worked well. I did use the zfx since I was going to be applying 2 coats of Z2 back to back, but of course you can just apply the Z2 by itself if you have plenty of drying time available.   I have a feeling that the AIO and Z2 will have similar durability (I usually get 3-4 months with Z2 before I notice the water drops are not beading as well). My original hope was to use the new (for me) Z-CS Clear Seal all by itself and save myself some work, but in the end I think that a few coats of Z2, followed by a coat of Z-CS, and topped with Z8 gives the best overall shine/durability performance. The Z-CS is very easy to use and is supposed to have even greater durability than Z2/Z5. I will probably just use the AIO once a year for a good cleaning of the paint, and as I mentioned before it makes a good spot cleaner for stains caused by bugs, bird poop, etc.

Messages Page 4 of 4 1 2 3 4 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

You are here: Forums Coupes & Convertibles Infiniti G37 Infiniti G35 G37 Car Washes, Waxes, & Care