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Old Jul 24, 2007 | 08:24 PM
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^^ LOL!! this is the first time ive ever heard a guy buying
so many shoes at once. your wifey must be proud she
raised her husband so well.

lol!!
haha, I buy shoes like one every 3 years, find what I like, and buy a bunch of pairs at one time....At least this time I got to go shoe shopping in a store that had to do with cars. Why can't they just sell pants, socks, shirts, exercise stuff, etc. Then I could just go there and do all my shopping
 
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Old Jul 24, 2007 | 08:44 PM
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... and if they sold beer they would never get rid of me. They have a huge big screen TV too!
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 05:36 AM
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to sell Beer, you need a liquor license, to give it away, you don't I think.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 06:10 AM
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I just made my first order last night. I've been looking at it for a few weeks, but with this sale it was impossible to resist. Just a few more days and I'll have my own bottle of Hydro (and Nero, Mystique, Epic).
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 06:17 AM
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Heather,

I am new to Prima products, but considering switching from Zaino. One thing I like about Zaino is that they have very clear directions on application and use on their website.

Do you send out detailed instructions on use with your products? I checked the "Advice and Tips" section on your website, but it is a bit limited.

Thanks.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 08:59 AM
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sayno has too much crap for just an un-natural plastic shiny finish. shiny
does not impress me at all.

Epic is different. it is easy to apply and easy to remove. you dont need to
remember all those stupid numbers to mix. lol it's like parking at an
airport. who the hell remembers which floor, which elevator, which
section each time? (at least OHare has team names as floor numbers ).
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by beowulf777
Heather,

I am new to Prima products, but considering switching from Zaino. One thing I like about Zaino is that they have very clear directions on application and use on their website.

Do you send out detailed instructions on use with your products? I checked the "Advice and Tips" section on your website, but it is a bit limited.

Thanks.
If you follow the Zaino directions simply replace Z-PC with Swirl, Z-5 with Amigo, Z-2 with Epic and Z-6 is the same as Slick. With Prima you don't layer the Amigo and the Epic. You also don't need repeated applications of either Amigo or Epic. You can do two layers of Epic, but wait at least a day between. Oh and there is no Z-FX equivalent in Prima.
If you need more info just let us know, ignore kenchan's comments as he believes his opinion is gospel and that everybody should do as he does . Zaino has a nice line of products with specific advantages. I still use their Z-16 Tire stuff. I think you will find a better depth to the Epic than Z-2.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by MiniMaybee
... and if they sold beer they would never get rid of me. They have a huge big screen TV too!
Originally Posted by 03Indigo
to sell Beer, you need a liquor license, to give it away, you don't I think.
That's right, Indigo! No need for a license to share beer with friends.

Didn't we tell you guys that we just tapped New Belgium Skinny Dip in our Lotus Kegerator beer frig?? Skinny Dip is perfect for these hot days we've been having. Next time you stop by you'll have to have a mug. The tap handle is from a Lotus Elise which makes it even more fun. Mmmmm, beer.

-Heather
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by beowulf777
Heather,

I am new to Prima products, but considering switching from Zaino. One thing I like about Zaino is that they have very clear directions on application and use on their website.

Do you send out detailed instructions on use with your products? I checked the "Advice and Tips" section on your website, but it is a bit limited.

Thanks.
The Prima bottles have clear instructions on the back so you shouldn't have any problems. The instructions are rather straight-forward and are not complex.

MiniMaybee explained the parallels between the Zaino system and the Prima system, so that should help you understand the order of operations.

If you still have any usage questions after reading the bottles, then you can always email or PM me, or just post to this forum. There are many NAMers who know tons about the application and use of the Prima system. I think you'll find it very easy to use though.

-Heather
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:05 AM
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While I do agree that Zaino has a nice line of products, I do also agree that Prima is easier to use, and for me, easier to remember. The numbers and mixing with Zaino were confusing for me.

It's pretty hard to screw Prima up. Wash, polish, wax, maintain.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Detailers Paradise
The Prima bottles have clear instructions on the back so you shouldn't have any problems. The instructions are rather straight-forward and are not complex.

-Heather
And they are funny.

Originally Posted by Prima Epic
Shake well. Seriously, shake well.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by MLWagner79
While I do agree that Zaino has a nice line of products, I do also agree that Prima is easier to use, and for me, easier to remember. The numbers and mixing with Zaino were confusing for me.

It's pretty hard to screw Prima up. Wash, polish, wax, maintain.
Agreed.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:30 AM
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And they are funny.
Yes, Nick sometimes has a little too much fun writing the label text.

-Heather
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by MiniMaybee
If you need more info just let us know, ignore kenchan's comments as he believes his opinion is gospel and that everybody should do as he does .

I think you will find a better depth to the Epic than Z-2.
LOL.

it's like a child getting advise from parents... he disagrees or even rebels
to accept but in the back of his head knows I am right.

just because you live near DP does not make you an expert.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:56 AM
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Yes, Nick sometimes has a little too much fun writing the label text.

-Heather
i saw that the very first time i used Epic and really shook the thing
well.... like REAL well.


then shook it again just in case Nick-san was watching.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by MLWagner79
While I do agree that Zaino has a nice line of products, I do also agree that Prima is easier to use, and for me, easier to remember. The numbers and mixing with Zaino were confusing for me.

It's pretty hard to screw Prima up. Wash, polish, wax, maintain.

see, i know i am not alone.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:01 AM
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MiniMaybee (and others!) -

Thanks this really helps the transition. Now I need to make some kind of 10 page cross reference spreadsheet just to make it easier! Surely that would help.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by beowulf777
MiniMaybee (and others!) -

Thanks this really helps the transition. Now I need to make some kind of 10 page cross reference spreadsheet just to make it easier! Surely that would help.
i think the starter's bundle will get you rolling right away without the
10page cross reference chart, watever that was for zaino.

this day in age, easy in easy out with better results. that's technology.

start with Hydro and see what I mean.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by kenchan
i saw that the very first time i used Epic and really shook the thing
well.... like REAL well.


then shook it again just in case Nick-san was watching.


Yes, Nick-san watches over all OCD customers to make sure everything is done right, including proper and thorough bottle shaking!

-Heather
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Detailers Paradise
including proper and thorough bottle shaking!
That is soooooo true. Nick did that to all my bottles before I left yesterday, to make sure they were "ready to go".

You guys ROCK
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by 03Indigo
That is soooooo true. Nick did that to all my bottles before I left yesterday, to make sure they were "ready to go".

You guys ROCK
You still have to shake them before you use them.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Jeremy1026
You still have to shake them before you use them.
really? I did not know that, haha
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:37 AM
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really? I did not know that, haha
I knew you knew that (or atleast I was hoping that you did) but it never hurts to re-affirm
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:49 AM
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I recently bought my second pair of Piloti Spyders. I love them--I drive in them--like you're supposed to, lol, and detail, and everything else.

With 40% off, I think I'll need to get another pair,

In 3 years I've had two pairs, and my first ones were worn through the soles--though I can't get the nerve to chuck them yet.









And my favorite feature




Originally Posted by 03Indigo
haha, I buy shoes like one every 3 years, find what I like, and buy a bunch of pairs at one time....At least this time I got to go shoe shopping in a store that had to do with cars. Why can't they just sell pants, socks, shirts, exercise stuff, etc. Then I could just go there and do all my shopping
 
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 12:00 PM
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Richard, those are the exact ones I am wearing right now. love the Spyders!!!!

glad someone else has a love for them as well.
 
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