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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 12:52 PM
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First Time Detailer

I will have to give my car its first detailing this weekend and was hoping that I could get some information on which product you all have gotten better results with, Zaino, Mother's, or Meguires. I hear all of these are good, and have been torn between which one to get. Also, do they carry Zaino at Auto-Zone's, as I think I have seen both Mother's and Meguires there, but never noticed if Zaino was there.

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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 01:21 PM
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I've used Zaino, Meguires, Four Star, and a couple of others.

honestly, i feel the Zaino gives me the best protection and looks. Zaino can only be purchased online. www.zainobros.com
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 01:35 PM
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There is a multitude of quality automotive detailing products out there. People seem to get too caught up on the product side of things when first getting started with detailing. Learning the proper process and techniques will take you way further than any product will.

Here's a list of just some of the available product lines out there.

Using the proper processes and techniques accounts for 80-90% of your results, product selection for the remaining 10-20%. To get started understanding the detailing process, I recommend going through our auto detailing guide.

If you have any questions or would like any suggestions on anything, please do not hesitate to ask.

George
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 03:49 PM
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same boat as you.. i purchased the full zaino kit.. have not detailed yet. I didnt care about "product".. was looking for step-by-step instrucitons.. found just enough information on zaino products to get me going.
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 04:26 PM
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Thanks for the replies so far guys, I was not aware that Zaino was only available online. I will have to check out the website.
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Detailed Image
There is a multitude of quality automotive detailing products out there. People seem to get too caught up on the product side of things when first getting started with detailing. Learning the proper process and techniques will take you way further than any product will.

Here's a list of just some of the available product lines out there.

Using the proper processes and techniques accounts for 80-90% of your results, product selection for the remaining 10-20%. To get started understanding the detailing process, I recommend going through our auto detailing guide.

If you have any questions or would like any suggestions on anything, please do not hesitate to ask.

George
Very wise words. It's like cooking. One may have all the hardware and ingredients to make a dish, but it's the skill/knowledge of the chef that makes all the difference.
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Detailed Image
There is a multitude of quality automotive detailing products out there. People seem to get too caught up on the product side of things when first getting started with detailing. Learning the proper process and techniques will take you way further than any product will.

Here's a list of just some of the available product lines out there.

Using the proper processes and techniques accounts for 80-90% of your results, product selection for the remaining 10-20%. To get started understanding the detailing process, I recommend going through our auto detailing guide.

If you have any questions or would like any suggestions on anything, please do not hesitate to ask.

George
I couldn't agree more George. That is something that I have definitely learned over the last couple of years.
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 11:16 PM
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Confused about which zaino product, products or package to buy? Which do you all suggest? I have a black g37 on its way.
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Old Oct 2, 2007 | 01:27 AM
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I bought the ultimate kit. By the way.. Do NOT let your dealership wash your car..I made that mistake and there are swirls ALL over the car
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