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Old 04-14-2011, 06:04 PM
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Default Zaino, Meguier's or Glare waxes and polishes?

Okay, I just purchased a 2011 WideGlide, it's the only one Im Going to have for a while, so I want to treat her right. I am very **** when it comes to my paint and chrome and I cant stand swirl marks and blemishes. (yes I do ride her) I have read up on some of the many care products out there and I have narrowed it down to these three. If you have used any or all of these, post your 2 cents and I will deposit them into my account. Thanks!
 
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Old 04-14-2011, 06:09 PM
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I've tried both,I think zainos was way overpriced. Now all I use is stuff from chemical guys. Great products and good prices.
 
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I have a flip paint job (color changes in the sun) and Im very **** about what I use on it.

For the last 7 years Ive only use two products on my paint, Harley Gloss and S100 detail wax. Im sure there are others as good or better, but these two work for me. I also only use a high quality micro fiber cloth for cleaning.

I use ping spit for all the black engine parts, Harley Gloss or Windex for the chrome and Harley saddle cleaner for the seat (once a year).
 
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Old 04-14-2011, 06:50 PM
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I use Meguiars mirror glaze, professional hi-tech yellow wax #26. No white stuff floating around when buffing, doesn't seem to mess up black plastic or rubber like some waxes do. Really gives the paint a high gloss look.
 
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I use Harley gloss. I like it but I am interested if there is something else I should be using on the paint as well. I think the Harley gloss does good but what's better for the paint? I want it to shine!! Btw it's vivid black.
 
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Old 04-14-2011, 06:57 PM
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Zaino is the undisputed best, but it's a lot of work. I like Adam's products as a close second... + all their stuff is made in America, and comes in large sized refills.
 
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Originally Posted by Mr. Lucky
Zaino is the undisputed best, but it's a lot of work.
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The amount of work is well worth it.
 
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Old 04-14-2011, 07:17 PM
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I have been using Glare polish the last couple of years. It's been the best so far for vivid black on my ultra.
 
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I've been using Meguiars since the 70's. I spent most of the 80's restoring muscle cars and corvettes, Meguiars was all I used. They have an excellent range of polishes and waxes for just about any application.

There are other good products out there but I just stick with what i know.
 


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