I've been trying to follow the Zaino thread,
but frankly this is a bit too much for me.
I mean, specially ordered cotton terry cloth
MADE IN USA? How about Egyptian Cotton in a
Turkish Ralph Lauren towel, will THAT
do??? C'mon people.
Anyway, I don't mind others having their fun --
I once did too when I got my first Acura in
Milano Red.
But, my upcoming EXL is ordered in SS,
exactly so that I can spend weekend IN it,
as opposed to out of it with a terry cloth in
hand.
Nevertheless, I do want to do what's possible,
within reason, to preserve the paint.
From what I gather, the best way to do that, other
then waxing it with carnauba every 3 weeks, is to
us some kind of Polymer protectant/sealer.
Here are the choices that seem to pup up:
1. Nu Finish. Seems like people people either
like it or hate it. Consumer Reports likes it.
Apparently shine is not great, but it lasts 6
month or more, perhaphs longer then anything else
out there. On light cars seems to be fine.
2. Zaino. I guess no need to comment. If one
ignores the 12 step process, and simply washes
and seals the paint, should do the trick as good
as anything. The only problem -- they do say that
the more cover layers you put on, the better.
How many is enough though? Can
get pretty annoying unless you're into it.
3. Klasse. Acrylic stuff that supposedly lasts
6 month or so. One shot application, no buffing.
Made in Germany. So far, sounds like the winner.
20 Bucks for the sealer. There is also a "shiner"
if desired that can be applied on top. Ditto for
carnauba.
4. Dealer (Aftermarket detail shop) applied
synthetitic stuff, such as PermaPlate and others.
Warrantied for years if re-applied annually. No
personal experience. Apparently is way overpriced
when sold by the dealer, but can be found at
local detailers as well at more reasonable cost.
Any experience/opinions to share? Still trying
to decide on the best (most efficient) course
of action. As stated before:
pain protection is the main concern, nice shine
is a bonus.
but frankly this is a bit too much for me.
I mean, specially ordered cotton terry cloth
MADE IN USA? How about Egyptian Cotton in a
Turkish Ralph Lauren towel, will THAT
do??? C'mon people.
Anyway, I don't mind others having their fun --
I once did too when I got my first Acura in
Milano Red.
But, my upcoming EXL is ordered in SS,
exactly so that I can spend weekend IN it,
as opposed to out of it with a terry cloth in
hand.
Nevertheless, I do want to do what's possible,
within reason, to preserve the paint.
From what I gather, the best way to do that, other
then waxing it with carnauba every 3 weeks, is to
us some kind of Polymer protectant/sealer.
Here are the choices that seem to pup up:
1. Nu Finish. Seems like people people either
like it or hate it. Consumer Reports likes it.
Apparently shine is not great, but it lasts 6
month or more, perhaphs longer then anything else
out there. On light cars seems to be fine.
2. Zaino. I guess no need to comment. If one
ignores the 12 step process, and simply washes
and seals the paint, should do the trick as good
as anything. The only problem -- they do say that
the more cover layers you put on, the better.
How many is enough though? Can
get pretty annoying unless you're into it.
3. Klasse. Acrylic stuff that supposedly lasts
6 month or so. One shot application, no buffing.
Made in Germany. So far, sounds like the winner.
20 Bucks for the sealer. There is also a "shiner"
if desired that can be applied on top. Ditto for
carnauba.
4. Dealer (Aftermarket detail shop) applied
synthetitic stuff, such as PermaPlate and others.
Warrantied for years if re-applied annually. No
personal experience. Apparently is way overpriced
when sold by the dealer, but can be found at
local detailers as well at more reasonable cost.
Any experience/opinions to share? Still trying
to decide on the best (most efficient) course
of action. As stated before:
pain protection is the main concern, nice shine
is a bonus.