tommyo

I can't decide which to try. I here good things about both. I am not as anal as some on the board, just want a great, long lasting, and protective shine with the least amount of work. Probably too much to ask. At this point I don't have a PC. Do I need to get one to accomplish these goals?

halestorm0

I've used both and it sounds like you'd be happy with Klasse if you're looking for ease/durability. Zaino is great, but it is a process. AIO is literally wipe on and wipe off. Very good finish and protection.

I would also suggest going with something to top the AIO. Klasse SG works well in tandem. Not as deep/rich as the Zaino, but it is also quick and very durable. You might also consider Menzerma FMJ. I haven't used it, but I probably will in the future.

FWIW, you can also top Klasse with a decent carnauba wax (Meguiars 26 or something better) for a deeper shine.

Also, I never use my PC for any of the mentioned options.

NNY S2k

tommyo

Are you saying top the SG with carnuba or the AIO? I have Zymol, that I use now, I could try topping it with that, right?

So AIO, followed by SG, followed by carnuba

or

AIO followed by carnuba

halestorm0

Works either way. It's just a matter of how many steps you want to take and how much $ you want to invest in product.


SG enahnces shine and the durability of the AIO and the the carnauba adds further depth/warmth.

If you're not a stickler, you will probably find the AIO/SG combo to your liking. I've got that combo on my Sebring S2K and also use it on black and blue finishes with much satisfaction. I can fully AIO/SG my s2k in about 20-30 minutes. It's not show car finish, but better than 98% of anything else I see on the road.


Ease of use/durabilty = AIO/SG = 6 months (you can layer SG to boost shine)

More warmth/depth = AIO/Carnauba = rewax in 60 days (AIO again in 4 months)


Zymol will work as a topper as long as it is a wax and doesn't have any "cleaners" in it (I have zero experience with the Zymol line).

Later.

tommyo

Thanks! The Klasse sounds like the way to go. Do you know anything about the vinyl top care? I was going to use 303 protectant. Do I need the 303 cleaner too.
Also, what are you using for your leather? It sounds like the Zaino product works well and renews the leather smell.

halestorm0

Glad I can help. Put the Klasse products on thin (especially the SG).

I'm a big fan of 303 protectant for the top (interior as well). The sun down here is vicious, but I've never had a UV issue with anything I've treated with 303.

I really think regular wash soap and a soft brush does the trick for cleaning. Then again, I rarely see anything other than blistering sun, the increasingly rare thunderstorm, or bird bombs.

I use Lexol for the leather, but I've only heard good things about the Zaino leather products.

kosstamogen

hi I'm also usisng klasse AIO, but I'm not using SG, is it worth it to do it?

halestorm0

The SG bumps the shine up a notch.

More importantly, it really improves the protection of the AIO. My other two vehicles are always outside, yet I get really good protection after 5-6 months. It could probably even go a little further.

Silverstreak HX

Applying Klasse by machine
Here is some helpful tips for you guys . Also on the site is how to apply without machine .
Stick to Raggtop for the top because the 303 tends to run off the top onto the paint for the next two car washes!