[GATRD]

I've been busy with the new ride!

Just had tint installed and detailed the car with Zaino sealant. Looking good!

[eliucp]

really makes the car much stealthier! have you considered blacking out the rims?

[GATRD]

Originally Posted by eliucp

really makes the car much stealthier! have you considered blacking out the rims?

I'd consider it...best method to black out?

[vance]

For rims, from best to worst:

Powder coat > paint > plasti dip > spray paint > sharpie marker

[eliucp]

Originally Posted by GATRD

I'd consider it...best method to black out?

i'd go with a gloss black wrap or a plasti dip. although neither look better than a full on powder coat, it isn't permanent. you can still take it off. I love the original turbine rims on the i8, hate to change it permanently.

[kodachrome]

What's the viability like out of those windows now? I think that would be illegal in many places sadly.

[vance]

Originally Posted by kodachrome

What's the viability like out of those windows now? I think that would be illegal in many places sadly.

I have Madico Wincos tint on all of my windows: 10% rear, 10% sides, 70% front windshield. Helps immensely with heat reduction in the car and obviously looks great and offers privacy. I’ve done the same numbers on all of my last 3 cars. I’ve never once received a ticket or even a warning for my tint (legal limit for side windows in Texas is 35%). I’ve been pulled over a few different times for other things and tint was never once brought up.

[GATRD]

Originally Posted by kodachrome

What's the viability like out of those windows now? I think that would be illegal in many places sadly.

I second Vance's comments. Tint is the first thing I do to my cars, heat protection and privacy! You can see in second picture (door windows) that visibility is good from inside the car looking out, looks darker from the outside looking in...

[Maanpur]

Originally Posted by GATRD

I've been busy with the new ride!

Just had tint installed and detailed the car with Zaino sealant. Looking good!

Looks great. Did you go with a 35% or 20% tint?

[ericsi]

Originally Posted by GATRD

I'd consider it...best method to black out?

Please don't. Blacked wheels versus the elaborate two tone finish?

Would you throw a can off marr black paint on your newly acquired Vangogh to make it more 'gangsta'?

We are in 2018, not 2008.

Oh... and i have a pet hate for black wheels..

[GATRD]

Originally Posted by Maanpur

Looks great. Did you go with a 35% or 20% tint?

35%, I've used darker in other cars but this % works well with dark silver...

[Maanpur]

How do you like Zaino?

[GATRD]

Originally Posted by Maanpur

How do you like Zaino?

I’m a fan of Zaino products, have used them for years. When I picked up the car from the dealer it had a nice coat of wax. Unfortunately, every time I touched the car it would show fingerprints. Zaino is a sealant not a wax, lasts for 6+ months. Car stays cleaner, it’s easier to wash, I even use it on the wheels to minimize brake dust buildup.

This is a multi step process:
- wash car with Dawn to remove all wax
- clay bar the car to remove contaminants
- wash car with Zaino shampoo
- apply Zaino All in One
- apply Zaino Z2

Enjoy the mirror like finish! FYI, I’m not a professional detailer, all products can be applied by hand...

[Maanpur]

Originally Posted by GATRD

I’m a fan of Zaino products, have used them for years. When I picked up the car from the dealer it had a nice coat of wax. Unfortunately, every time I touched the car it would show fingerprints. Zaino is a sealant not a wax, lasts for 6+ months. Car stays cleaner, it’s easier to wash, I even use it on the wheels to minimize brake dust buildup.

This is a multi step process:
- wash car with Dawn to remove all wax
- clay bar the car to remove contaminants
- wash car with Zaino shampoo
- apply Zaino All in One
- apply Zaino Z2

Enjoy the mirror like finish! FYI, I’m not a professional detailer, all products can be applied by hand...

Good to know. I have used F11 top coat and am happy with the results but will try Zaino in near future to compare.

[char1982]

Any issues with zaino on the carbon fiber roof? I love zaino but was hesitant with the roof...

Originally Posted by GATRD

I’m a fan of Zaino products, have used them for years. When I picked up the car from the dealer it had a nice coat of wax. Unfortunately, every time I touched the car it would show fingerprints. Zaino is a sealant not a wax, lasts for 6+ months. Car stays cleaner, it’s easier to wash, I even use it on the wheels to minimize brake dust buildup.

This is a multi step process:
- wash car with Dawn to remove all wax
- clay bar the car to remove contaminants
- wash car with Zaino shampoo
- apply Zaino All in One
- apply Zaino Z2

Enjoy the mirror like finish! FYI, I’m not a professional detailer, all products can be applied by hand...

[GATRD]

Originally Posted by char1982

Any issues with zaino on the carbon fiber roof? I love zaino but was hesitant with the roof...

No problem at all. I've used it on a BMW M3 CF roof previously with no issues. Keep in mind the CF roof has a clear coat on it just like the paint. I apply Zaino on the windows, plastic lights, trim, wheels, etc. and water just beads right off. Other contaminants clean off easily also (bugs, dirt, bird droppings, etc.)...