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Old 09-17-2003, 07:07 AM
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Default What does everyone mean when they say "detailing spray"?

Do they sell these in stores and how do they differ compared to waxes and polishes? Would Zaino's equivalent be the Z6 gloss enhancer spray?
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a detailers spray is a "quick detail" which originated at car shows- for wiping down a car that was already clean, but needed some finish perfecting.
most contain some carnuba.
and yes, z6 is similar to a detailers spray-
to use most, you dust the car, spray a small area and wipe it down and then buff out.
i use several different ones- and you can get them in stores, but i buy (or am given) all of my products usually from webshopping.
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You can buy instant detailer's sprays at the local WalMart and Autozone stores. I like to use them with my microfiber towels. So far THE best spray is one that I bought at the Harley dealer's and it's called Wizard's Mist N Shine. You can use it in full sun on a hot car without any streaks. It's a bit pricey, but it's the berries.
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Originally posted by wanabe
i use several different ones- and you can get them in stores, but i buy (or am given) all of my products usually from webshopping.
Some are given to you? How did you come about this?
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by SiDriver
Do they sell these in stores and how do they differ compared to waxes and polishes?
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what would make something like Z6 inferior to other detailing spray's? Just less shine?
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by SuperDyu
what would make something like Z6 inferior to other detailing spray's?
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superdyu-
i generally agree with stwok,
and its a matter of opinion...
i use z6 sometimes, but i prefer carnuba based sprays. z6 is a bit harder to use, imo. and i do understand stwok's desire not to use carnuba.
i like carnuba based sprays, but remember that i also use p21s (carnuba) over my zaino (z2).
but you should try both and see what you prefer.
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Hmm thanks for the info I think I'll give Meguiars a shot since I already have Z6.
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