E500 with AMG Wheels and Zaino
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2003 E500
LIONHEAD -
Getting into deeper waters here. Probably better to go ask the guys over at Autopia or on this detailing forum. I am surprised that you see visible fading of the Zaino shine after one wash. One of the benefits of Zaino is its durability. Should pretty well last through the winter if you have a few layers on.
If I am reading properly, you are alternating Zaino and wax which isn't the way to go. I don't think you are getting any benefit from the second coat of Zaino. All waxes must be removed for Zaino to adhere. Additionally, the claying is probably removing some or all of what is there as well. Not sure what the cleaner would do. It seems like you may be unintentionally starting over each time instead of building up the protection.
I think Zaino also recommends using their shampoo after to claying to prep the finish.
PS - Awesome shine while it lasts!
Getting into deeper waters here. Probably better to go ask the guys over at Autopia or on this detailing forum. I am surprised that you see visible fading of the Zaino shine after one wash. One of the benefits of Zaino is its durability. Should pretty well last through the winter if you have a few layers on.
If I am reading properly, you are alternating Zaino and wax which isn't the way to go. I don't think you are getting any benefit from the second coat of Zaino. All waxes must be removed for Zaino to adhere. Additionally, the claying is probably removing some or all of what is there as well. Not sure what the cleaner would do. It seems like you may be unintentionally starting over each time instead of building up the protection.
I think Zaino also recommends using their shampoo after to claying to prep the finish.
PS - Awesome shine while it lasts!
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Originally posted by rdtjr
LIONHEAD -
Getting into deeper waters here. Probably better to go ask the guys over at Autopia or on this detailing forum. I am surprised that you see visible fading of the Zaino shine after one wash. One of the benefits of Zaino is its durability. Should pretty well last through the winter if you have a few layers on.
If I am reading properly, you are alternating Zaino and wax which isn't the way to go. I don't think you are getting any benefit from the second coat of Zaino. All waxes must be removed for Zaino to adhere. Additionally, the claying is probably removing some or all of what is there as well. Not sure what the cleaner would do. It seems like you may be unintentionally starting over each time instead of building up the protection.
I think Zaino also recommends using their shampoo after to claying to prep the finish.
PS - Awesome shine while it lasts!
LIONHEAD -
Getting into deeper waters here. Probably better to go ask the guys over at Autopia or on this detailing forum. I am surprised that you see visible fading of the Zaino shine after one wash. One of the benefits of Zaino is its durability. Should pretty well last through the winter if you have a few layers on.
If I am reading properly, you are alternating Zaino and wax which isn't the way to go. I don't think you are getting any benefit from the second coat of Zaino. All waxes must be removed for Zaino to adhere. Additionally, the claying is probably removing some or all of what is there as well. Not sure what the cleaner would do. It seems like you may be unintentionally starting over each time instead of building up the protection.
I think Zaino also recommends using their shampoo after to claying to prep the finish.
PS - Awesome shine while it lasts!
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Originally posted by LIONHEAD
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Here is a pic of my C5 after 1 coat of Zaino
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Here is a pic of my C5 after 1 coat of Zaino
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hey lionhead, your corvette looks fimiliar. i live in merrillville, in and my friend has a 2000 corvette. was your car displayed at the corvette show at mccormik place in chicago last year. that place is big. i also go with him to corvette shows in indiana and chicago. do you have more photos? what have you done on your corvette it sure does not look stock
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03 e500 sport
Originally posted by i8hotdogs
nguyent281 - Let me know which picture you would like and next time it is clean I will take the shot for you.
nguyent281 - Let me know which picture you would like and next time it is clean I will take the shot for you.
i want a pic on the sides. Did those wheels fill up the wheel gap?
Thanks alot.