Where can I get this 303 protectant?

 

Hopefully, one of the people local to you can tell you. However, if you type in "303" into a Google search, you can see all sorts of info on it, including some places "online" to buy. It's only a few bucks per spray bottle and I'm sure you can buy it locally at a store (Walmart, Zellers?).

 

Here are some online links:

SportsCarCare.com
Classic Motoring
Detailers Paradise

Most retailers that sell the protectant also sell the top care kit which includes the cleaner as well as the protectant. Good luck.

 

Haha, this is part of what makes me not want to mess around with Zaino'ing my car -- nobody can seem to agree on what should be used even. Durability I guess would be my number one concern as Texas weather can be pretty harsh and collecting dust could be a problem as well.

ZFX? Z1, 2, 5, 6? Um, maybe I'll walk over to the Zymol cleaner-wax aisle...

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by xmatt
Haha, this is part of what makes me not want to mess around with Zaino'ing my car -- nobody can seem to agree on what should be used even.

 

my own small piece of advice that i learned from experience. the water i use tends to be a bit harsh and make some nasty water spots.

if you have the same problem, there's an easy fix. right after you finish drying the car, use Z-6 detail spray. it'll take the spots right off. HOWEVER, you have to do it right after before the sun starts doing it work at baking them on.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Vrm Vrm
Zaino's wax has the reputation (which I agree with) as deteriorating quickly, so just be aware of that.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by xmatt

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by xviper
I have no direct experience with this but you should be careful till you find out for sure.

 

With Zymol, a detail spray is really not necessary. I know of lots of people who just do the Zymol thing once or twice a year and nothing else. The paint is just fine and unless you are negligent with keeping it clean (washing) the shine should be quite resilient. Just make sure you wash it with a dedicated carwash soap. It has waxes in it to keep the shine up and to protect the shine you've already got.
So as not to disuade you from the Zaino thing, also keep in mind that it is only the base prep that is a bit more time consuming. They recommend to start with 3 layers of Z2 or Z6 right off the bat. After that, you can do it only once or twice a year as needed. This what I do and the car is still like new after 3 years. People tend to get too anal with Zaino and put a gazillion layers on when there is really no need. Zaino even says it is pointless after about 8-10 coats. It JUST doesn't get any better after that and certainly 1 or 2 coats a year is plenty good for protection. Unlike wax, Zaino has a sort of paint bonding characteristic, so it does last well.