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    TJ Kackowski

    Let it begin here.
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    I picked up a used vortex strikefire 2 for a low price here and have that mounted on my AR for now. Am taking the revere riders 223 class in June and after may decide to just keep it. At the SGE I was consitently ringing the 300 yrd 10” plate from a bench with it.
    You should be very happy with Strikefire 2 for this class. Especially if you shoot with both eyes open. The only trouble I ever had with mine is keeping the flip up caps on when in the up position. Simple solution, when I was using the red dot, the caps would be in my pocket.
     

    patience0830

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    Not far from the tree
    In some sick off beat way I am safe from needing a second mortgage to keep up as I am sure I would.
    But alas I just follow along and smile at what could have been.
    Nah. You'd have just done another dozen installs and paid cash. Still good times living vicariously among friends. . . . .and it's lots less work. ;)
     

    patience0830

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    Not far from the tree
    Did someone say squirrel ??? ;)
    (tonight, I spent 90 minutes in the backyard looking to photograph birds, and this is all that showed-up)

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    This will get you hunters drooling for squirrel season ! :cool:
    Fat momma squirrel.
     

    hANNAbONE

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    Good morning! :coffee:

    DIY? Which one do you use and how easy and durable?

    Yipp - DIY

    Hafta clay bar...then de-wax with alcohol...then apply in small amounts and small areas.

    I have already purchased the clay bars/micro fiber applicators/yadayadayada

    Ceramic of choice is C-Quartz Lite. I researched for hours which one to get.

    Also, gonna do the underbody with Blaster Surface Shield -- again, loads of research.

    Questions?? PM's answered
     

    Leadeye

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    I looked at few last night and gladly watched them sail past any reasonable number...

    The buy now number on this was really low so I snapped it up. I'm figuring they will e-mail that it was a mistake or that it was sold out of store. Been through this a few times before.
     

    Born2vette

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    Yipp - DIY

    Hafta clay bar...then de-wax with alcohol...then apply in small amounts and small areas.

    I have already purchased the clay bars/micro fiber applicators/yadayadayada

    Ceramic of choice is C-Quartz Lite. I researched for hours which one to get.

    Also, gonna do the underbody with Blaster Surface Shield -- again, loads of research.

    Questions?? PM's answered
    Was curious what your experience was.

    I used carpro cquartz uk on my SUV 2 years ago. As the vehicle was purchased used (and is black) I did the full treatment: wash with dawn, clay bar, wash again, ultra fine polish with a DA polisher, wash again, used Mothers ceramic prep then treatment. Waited 2 weeks for it to cure per i tructions, washed and clay barred and washed again and repeated the treatment. I do their “booster” every six months. Seems to be holding up pretty well and I do run through an automatic wash on occasion. Not sure it wouldn't be easier to just wash, clay bar and wax 3-4 times a year.

    Uses Mothers on my convertible which only sees 3-4000 miles a year and that seems to be holding up well but I only hand wash it.
     

    mcapo

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    Was curious what your experience was.

    I used carpro cquartz uk on my SUV 2 years ago. As the vehicle was purchased used (and is black) I did the full treatment: wash with dawn, clay bar, wash again, ultra fine polish with a DA polisher, wash again, used Mothers ceramic prep then treatment. Waited 2 weeks for it to cure per i tructions, washed and clay barred and washed again and repeated the treatment. I do their “booster” every six months. Seems to be holding up pretty well and I do run through an automatic wash on occasion. Not sure it wouldn't be easier to just wash, clay bar and wax 3-4 times a year.

    Uses Mothers on my convertible which only sees 3-4000 miles a year and that seems to be holding up well but I only hand wash it.
    I haven't tried ceramic yet but my go to has been Griots and Zaino for years and years.


     

    Born2vette

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    I haven't tried ceramic yet but my go to has been Griots and Zaino for years and years.


    I used zaino for many years but cost and the emergence of better poducts that are easier to use made me switch. Still have a big jug of Griots car wash soap which I use and a few of their interior products.
     

    mcapo

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    I used zaino for many years but cost and the emergence of better poducts that are easier to use made me switch. Still have a big jug of Griots car wash soap which I use and a few of their interior products.
    Not the first rut I've been stuck in (shut up Travis)....

    What's easier than Zaino? Put it on - wait a few minutes or days - buff it off.

    One of my kids has gotten hooked on Chemical Guys product and thinks it better than Zaino.
     

    Born2vette

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    Not the first rut I've been stuck in (shut up Travis)....

    What's easier than Zaino? Put it on - wait a few minutes or days - buff it off.

    One of my kids has gotten hooked on Chemical Guys product and thinks it better than Zaino.
    They recommend multiple coats for the “best, show car finish”. I think I put 12 coats on my 2000 Corvette one spring to ready it for a few shows. And even though you need very little product to cover a car it goes bad if stored too long. Of course, I went down the full Zaino rabbit hole!:

    Z-18 clay bar
    Z-PC paint prep
    Z-2 PRO
    Z-5 PRO
    ZFX cure accelerator
    Z whatever leather in a bottle
    Z tire shine
    Z plastic treatment
    Z-6 gloss enhancer
    Z-7 car wash
    Z-8 grand finale spay seal


    Per Zaino:

    APPLICATION TIPS​

    THREE SIMPLE STEPS TO OBTAIN A TRUE ZAINO CAR FINISH​

    STEP 1 - STRIP THE OLD WAX​

    • Wash the car, going top to bottom, with Dawn Ultra liquid detergent.
    • Thoroughly rinse the car with a pressurized hose and spray nozzle. Make sure all detergent soap is gone. Leave Dawn in the kitchen since you'll never use it again on your car.
    • Dry completely using only clean, soft, absorbent towels.

    STEP 2 - REMOVE CONTAMINANTS & PREPARE THE SURFACE​

    • Feel all paint surfaces. They should be glassy smooth. Contaminated rough areas are quickly minimized using Zaino Z-18 Claybar™ and a soap and water lubricant. Re-wash and dry the treated areas.
    • Look for hazy paint, swirl marks or fine scratches. Imperfections are reduced using Zaino's Z-PC Fusion™ paint cleaner and swirl remover.
    • Add a light coat of Z-AIO™ to all paint as the foundation and bonding agent. Remove with clean, soft towels.

    STEP 3 - APPLY & REMOVE ZAINO POLISH*​

    Choose The Right Zaino Polish For Your Vehicles Paint
    Z-2 PRO
    ™ Show Car Polish is for paint with a clear coat finish—virtually all modern cars.
    Z-3™ Show Car Polish is for paint without a clear coat—vintage cars, special aftermarket paint, etc.
    Z-5 PRO™ Show Car Polish is just like Z-2, but helps hide swirls and micro scratches in dark color paint.
    • Spray a little Z-6 Gloss Enhancer™ on your Zaino Polish Applicator. Apply Zaino polish to the paint. Use up/down motions on vertical surfaces, and front/rear (front to back of car) motions on horizontal.
    • Allow the polish to dry and chemically bond on the entire car for at least fifteen minutes. To test for dry, wipe an area with a finger. Dry polish is slightly powdery and comes off with one stroke, revealing clear dry paint underneath. Low temperature or high humidity can increase drying time up to two to three hours. Remove the dried polish using high quality towels.
    • When all polish is removed, spray a light coat of Z-6 Gloss Enhancer. Immediately buff dry.
    *Important: Shake all products well before using. Use VERY sparingly—a little polish goes a long way. Keep applicator damp with Z-6 Gloss Enhancer.

    ZAINO ZFX ACCELLERATED SHOW CAR FINISH IN A DAY! (FOR MULTI-COAT APPLICATIONS)​

    Zaino Show Car Polish is designed to allow a layered application for those that choose to add layer upon layer of Zaino polishes. With each layer you apply, your car's paint looks better and feels smoother. Depth, gloss and clarity all increase with each coat.
    Like all other polymer based polish and protection systems, Zaino Show Car Polish must cure before applying subsequent coats. The curing process allows the polymer chains to cross-link, building strength and durability. If the polymer strands have not cross-linked (cured), applying a fresh coat of polish will not achieve the optimum layered result. Consequently, creating a show car finish can be a long process of applying a layer, waiting, and applying another layer.

    THE WAIT IS OVER!​

    Zaino ZFX™ Show Car Polish accelerator solves the wait problem. We worked for several years to engineer a molecular reaction that causes the polymers in Zaino Show Car Polish to set rapidly. Using ZFX™ with your choice of Z-2 PRO, Z-3 or Z-5 Show Car Polish, it is now possible to apply two or three coats of polish in a single day to create beautiful show car special effects. The result is nothing less than stunning.
    ZFX™ saves you time and effort. It's no longer necessary to keep your car in the garage for a whole weekend just so you can apply two or three coats of polish. Using ZFX™, you'll apply multiple coats in just a few hours.

    PRIOR TO USING ZFX™ ENABLED SHOW CAR POLISH​

    Before applying ZFX™ enabled Show Car Polish, wash, dry and inspect your car’s finish. It should be very smooth. If the paint has a rough, bumpy feel, you have surface contamination which must be removed using our Z-18 ClayBar.
    Prior to using Zaino Show Car Polish for the first time, we recommend using Dawn dishwashing liquid to wash your car. Dawn will dissolve wax and other sealants, and easily removes grease, tar and bug remains. Be sure to rinse your car very well after using Dawn. After your first application of Zaino Show Car Polish, use Z-7 Show Car Wash for regular washing.

    MIXING ZFX™ WITH SHOW CAR POLISH​

    Each ZFX™ kit comes with a 2ml vial of accelerator mix and several 2 ounce mixing bottles. A single ZFX™ kit provides enough mix to accommodate up to 32 ounces of Zaino Show Car Polish.
    Pour one to two ounces of Show Car Polish into a 2 ounce mixing bottle. For each ounce of polish, add 4 to 5 drops of ZFX™ (no more than 10 drops for two full ounces), screw the cap back on, and shake vigorously for 60 to 90 seconds.
    While you get your towels and applicators ready, allow the ZFX™ enabled Zaino Show Car Polish to sit for five minutes so the ZFX™ can begin activating the polish. Give the applicator bottle a final shake for 10 seconds before using.

    APPLYING ZFX™ ENABLED SHOW CAR POLISH​

    Follow these easy steps:
    • Apply Zaino Show Car Polish enabled with ZFX™ with a 100%, made in the USA, cotton applicator. Use the polish sparingly. A small amount goes a long way, and you will be applying multiple coats.
    • Squirt a dime size dab of polish on your applicator and rub it into your paint using circular hand motions. Then, go over the same area using a straight back and forth motion on top panels and an up and down motion on side panels. Allow the polish to haze over (20 minutes is sufficient).
    • Buff off the Show Car Polish residue with a high quality, 100%, made in the USA, cotton detailing towel.
    • After buffing, spray the car with a light mist of Z-6 Ultra Clean™ detailing spray. Z-6 will help buff away any remaining residue and enhances the brightness of the finish. Using Z-6, the next coat of Zaino Show Car Polish will apply even easier.
    You're now ready to apply your next coat of Zaino Show Car Polish enabled with ZFX™. There's no need to wait. Simply follow steps 1-4 above one more time. Use a fresh cotton buffing towel to remove each coat of ZFX™ enabled Show Car Polish.
    Note: Apply no more than three coats of Zaino Show Car Polish enabled with ZFX™ in a 24 hour period. For optimum results, use your ZFX™ enabled polish within 6 hours of mixing. Use a fresh cotton buffing towel for removal of each coat.
    Note: When you are finished polishing, wash the mixing bottle inside and out with a heavy concentration of liquid dishwashing detergent and thoroughly rinse. The ZFX™ mixing bottles cannot be reused if the polish remains in the bottle for more than 12 hours. After 12 hours, it is not possible to completely clean the mixing bottle. Throw the mixing bottle and any unused polish contents away after 12 hours.
     
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