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Old Mar 17, 2007 | 03:02 PM
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Whats better? Any why?
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Old Mar 17, 2007 | 06:48 PM
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That's gonna be strictly an opinion question, ...
What's better? A red car or a black car?
Try'em. Either of'em. You'll see good results with both.
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Old Mar 17, 2007 | 08:14 PM
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there both good but i promise you tropicare is far easier to use
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Old Mar 17, 2007 | 09:18 PM
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The other stuff IMO is kaka.

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Old Mar 17, 2007 | 10:20 PM
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Well, it's not FREE, but you can get a starter set of TropiCare for about 7 bucks right now. Mine arrived today and I'll be cleaning the daylights outta my car tomorrow and trying it

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Old Mar 17, 2007 | 11:40 PM
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I'm going to give Tropi-Care a try in the next month or so. I've heard nothing but good things about their products. I like Zaino, but I'm always interested in trying something new.

Besides, I prefer to support sponsors (Tropi-Care is, Zaino isn't) whenever possible.


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Old Mar 18, 2007 | 12:30 AM
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I haven't used Tropi-Care myself but I've used Z and have been very impressed. From the looks of it Tropi-Care seems to give the same results. I just wonder if it'll last as long as Z does.

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Old Mar 18, 2007 | 01:04 AM
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Tropi-Care is top notch in my book.
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I use tropicare and get awsome results. very easy to apply and remove
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Old Mar 19, 2007 | 12:00 AM
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I've tried both. Tropicare is much better. It has the same if not better results. Its way easier to use and faster, cheaper too.
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Old Mar 19, 2007 | 12:07 AM
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I just got the sample kit from them as well and i will be applying it very soon. I have heard nothing short of amazing comments about Tropi-Care so Im gonna have to go with them........
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 09:27 AM
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I have vast experience and am the only common denominator of both in the world. I was a distributor for 5 years and developed a tremendous appetite for the detail product business as the result of my involvement.

Today we offer products to complete the entire detailing experience from Porter Cable buffer kits to microfibers, specialty detailing brushes and more. We send out thousand of samples every year for individual testing and evaluation. These samples will provide a general representation of product performance and may help to develop future interest in continued use.

As for the use of abrasives, we will promote the least aggressive treatment. Once treatment has been successfully attained, maintaining the finish at that level is the primary concern. The key here it's all about the process. Cutting corners or skipping steps, it really won't matter what your last product will be. You won't be satisfied with these results.

I believe continued surface maintenance is important. Everyone has their own level of enthusiasm for maintaining vehicle surfaces, interior or exterior. Enthusiasts or fanatics will apply their next surface treatment long before the previous application has dissipated. That's why we take such pride in our vehicles.

Dave, we appreciate your candid response. We don't expect to win over everyone with our approach. We will settle for one at a time. BTW, ask your ice cream question to someone who's lactose intolerant?
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 09:35 AM
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Well how bout send tropic care $5 and they will send you a sample. I sent $7 so i could get the swirl cutter, and i tried it out last nite to see what it would look like. Well i must say it worked pretty damn good!!! GOt all the Swirls out and everything but took 4EVER to do it by hand lol but that one spot looks badass.

I say give them a chance and go for it.
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 10:38 AM
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Steve made his post, so I will just say I in the past used Z and now use Tropi-Care.

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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 12:29 PM
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Steve.... LOL...

yeah man, Everyone has an opinion/preference. Not here to knock your product at all. I cant. Never used it. but it appears to do a very nice job and many people seem overly happy with it.
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 11:08 PM
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I just jumped on the TC boat with the sample that I just got. I am very impressed so far!

TC gets my vote!
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 11:28 PM
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all the way brotha.

i use Z more than TC, but its a nice product too

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Old Mar 21, 2007 | 08:21 AM
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Dave:

No offense taken. Thanks for the props.

The first analogy that readily to mind is this:

You're long time, avid Coke drinker and some hands you a can of Pepsi. They have similar colors, carbonation, and smell among other characteristics. However, you hinge everything on that first taste. You're either going to hate it, tolerate it or enjoy it. The first impression has just been developed.

Once you get past that first can, maybe you might develop an interest in having another one. Just think you may actually get converted under certain conditions. It happens every day.

We are fortunate enough to be able to make choices every day. Your choice is having to sort out through the marketing and perception to see what work best for you.

That ends today's philosophy lesson.

Now where's my Porter Cable?
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