What did you do with your Z today II

alcheng · 03-20-2012, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

Streaks created by the wax. Hard to see unless in the right light at the right angle. Definitely not something to turn you off from the product, but it just shows that, although synthetics are convenient, they don't replace old school carnuba.

It's just I had some bad experience with regular wax before so I look for something different this time to try out.

Regarding the streaks, I use a clean microfiber cloth and make sure just use very gentle force to wipe off the wax, so far it works out fine.

Those streaks you mention, somehow, they'd be easily noticed when you're in the gas station.

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Originally Posted by ZMan8

whew...lots of catching up for me to do with this thread.

How has everyones day been?

Kenchan, what will you be using the"jdm" tape for?

Mr.kenchan, that's my question too. Are you using those masking tapes to mask the plastic part during waxing your Z??

note: waxing-- I mean car waxing, not those hair-removal-waxing.

KingZee · 03-20-2012, 02:47 AM

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Originally Posted by bbigby64

What products do you use for surface cleaning the engine?

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Nice KingZee!

We don't hear about the time people spend in their bays much.

What products do you use?

My fiancee bought me a bunch of cans of FW1 Cleaning Wax a while back because they were selling it by where she works...I have never used the stuff on my paint, I use NXT Tech Wax for that, but for the wheels, plastic and engine bay this stuff works wonders! I just spray it on a microfiber and use it to wipe down all plastic, rubber and metal...takes up all the dirt and brings everything to a nice new looking shine. They usually sell the stuff outside of gas stations and mall kiosks.

onzedge · 03-20-2012, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by KingZee

My fiancee bought me a bunch of cans of FW1 Cleaning Wax a while back because they were selling it by where she works...I have never used the stuff on my paint, I use NXT Tech Wax for that, but for the wheels, plastic and engine bay this stuff works wonders! I just spray it on a microfiber and use it to wipe down all plastic, rubber and metal...takes up all the dirt and brings everything to a nice new looking shine. They usually sell the stuff outside of gas stations and mall kiosks.

Where did she get it?

Good Morning, Everyone!!!

happytheman · 03-20-2012, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Alcheng

Are you using those masking tapes to mask the plastic part during waxing your Z??

note: waxing-- I mean car waxing, not those hair-removal-waxing.

I think you nailed this one with a cross-court shot! Taping off the during polishing/waxing was my guess too!

Good morning Z Crew!

ZMan8 · 03-19-2012, 11:26 PM

whew...lots of catching up for me to do with this thread.

How has everyones day been?

Kenchan, what will you be using the"jdm" tape for?

Skeeterbop · 03-19-2012, 11:43 PM

Appears people are getting the Z's ready for spring/summer fun! I like how the red contrasts with the black plastidip Crux.

kenchan · 03-20-2012, 06:54 AM

Morning mr.alcheng and everyone!

I use the jdm tape to mask off seals (black parts of car) and nooks when polishing.

. Wax is not too big of an issue but polish residue is a pita to remove when dry.

alcheng · 03-20-2012, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

Morning mr.alcheng and everyone!

I use the jdm tape to mask off seals (black parts of car) and nooks when polishing.

. Wax is not too big of an issue but polish residue is a pita to remove when dry.

The masking tape can also being used to cover the edge of the clearbra thus the wax won't leave residues along the edge.

早晨,Mr.kenchan, Mr.onzedge, Mr.happytheman, Mr.GaleForce, Mr.TheGreatOne, Mr.ZMan8 and Everyone!!!

ZMan8 · 03-20-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by alcheng

The masking tape can also being used to cover the edge of the clearbra thus the wax won't leave residues along the edge.

早晨,Mr.kenchan, Mr.onzedge, Mr.happytheman, Mr.GaleForce, Mr.TheGreatOne, Mr.ZMan8 and Everyone!!!

GaleForce · 03-20-2012, 07:54 AM

Good morning everyone.

I'll be taking the Z for a drive down the highways to the big city today, weather permitting. Last time I did this I had a truck blow it's tire in front of me. I avoided most of it except for 1 piece. Ended up ripping my O2 sensor plug off the bracket and it became unplugged. Damn trucks. Luckily the actual plug connection wasn't damaged but the "bird beak" is MIA.

Alchemy · 03-20-2012, 08:06 AM

ZMan8 · 03-20-2012, 09:42 AM

Good Morning Everyone!

happytheman · 03-20-2012, 10:09 AM

Good morning Zman and Mr. Onzedge!

Hey Kenchan, your buddy Alex did right by me as far as pricing goes.

Unfortunately, I'm going to have to wait until the 14th for them to arrive at their distribution point in GA.

onzedge · 03-20-2012, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Good morning Zman and Mr. Onzedge!

Hey Kenchan, your buddy Alex did right by me as far as pricing goes.

Unfortunately, I'm going to have to wait until the 14th for them to arrive at their distribution point in GA.

Hello, Mr. Happy!!!

kenchan · 03-20-2012, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Hey Kenchan, your buddy Alex did right by me as far as pricing goes.

Unfortunately, I'm going to have to wait until the 14th for them to arrive at their distribution point in GA.

sounds good, happy!

alex is da man.

03-19-2012, 11:26 PM	#5 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 659	whew...lots of catching up for me to do with this thread. How has everyones day been? Kenchan, what will you be using the"jdm" tape for? __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

03-19-2012, 11:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
Skeeterbop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bliss, TX Age: 41 Posts: 1,440 Drives: 2011 GM 370 base SP Rep Power: 17	Appears people are getting the Z's ready for spring/summer fun! I like how the red contrasts with the black plastidip Crux. __________________ Srenity: "Yeah no rest needed to spread the love when your 20 that's for sure...."

03-20-2012, 07:54 AM	#10 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	Good morning everyone. I'll be taking the Z for a drive down the highways to the big city today, weather permitting. Last time I did this I had a truck blow it's tire in front of me. I avoided most of it except for 1 piece. Ended up ripping my O2 sensor plug off the bracket and it became unplugged. Damn trucks. Luckily the actual plug connection wasn't damaged but the "bird beak" is MIA. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

03-20-2012, 08:06 AM	#11 (permalink)
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03-20-2012, 09:42 AM	#12 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 659	Good Morning Everyone! __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

03-20-2012, 06:54 AM	#7 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	Morning mr.alcheng and everyone! I use the jdm tape to mask off seals (black parts of car) and nooks when polishing. . Wax is not too big of an issue but polish residue is a pita to remove when dry.

03-20-2012, 10:09 AM	#13 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	Good morning Zman and Mr. Onzedge! Hey Kenchan, your buddy Alex did right by me as far as pricing goes. Unfortunately, I'm going to have to wait until the 14th for them to arrive at their distribution point in GA. __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub Last edited by happytheman; 03-20-2012 at 10:12 AM.

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