Originally posted by SVT ST PETE:
That being said, you would w/ Zaino:
1. Wash with Dawn

Now with NXT:
1. Wash with Dawn



I've personally avoided Dawn, even when I want to remove the wax already on the car for this reason:

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/zaino.html

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In the traditional Zaino application methodology, Dawn dishwashing detergent is recommended for pre-wax cleaning (i.e., use to prepare your paint for Z2, Z3 or Z5). My experience is that Dawn detergent, or any dishwashing detergent for that matter, is overly harsh on plastic, rubber and paint. In my experience, using Dawn to wash your car will noticeably reduce the natural sheen of plastic and rubber.



I've seen this in a couple of places, but then again I've seen a lot of detailing site/people mention using Dawn. On one site in particular, the explanation was given that since plastics are petroleum-based, Dawn is overly harsh because of its oil-cutting properties. I'm wondering if anyone can affirm/deny this, or even just offer some insights.

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