CarPro PERL, where do you use it?

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Corey

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Tires, interiors, trim, or engine bays, where are you guys using it most?
 
I find myself most often using it on tires and engine bays. I love the natural low sheen finish that it leaves, not very shiny, but it leaves everything looking like new!
 
So true Connor, I love it on tires.... and interiors. Trim I find myself going to Dlux most of the time - Dlux, Perl, or Ultima but Wes sent me a pic of some trim he did and I've gotta start using it there again too. Just so easy to up it to Dlux and be done.
 
Tires all the way! DLux on trim. But I have PERL diluted 1:1 w/ distilled water in a small 2oz plane-safe spray bottle. The spray makes it easier to apply evenly over the tire. And much faster.
 
GreatAvalon said:
Tires all the way! DLux on trim. But I have PERL diluted 1:1 w/ distilled water in a small 2oz plane-safe spray bottle. The spray makes it easier to apply evenly over the tire. And much faster.
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I agree! Exactly why I dilute same as you.
 
I'm gonna have to give perl a try on tires . had it for a while, been using optibond 1:1 since forever now. anyone here have used both ? what ya got to say ? durability - looks . I don't care for super shiny tires - would 1:1 be too slick ?
 
I enjoy using both. From what I've seen, OptiBond is a little more shiny at first, whereas PERL will have a more natural "fresh" look. I've had situations where OptiBond has been splotchy, so I use PERL as my alternative. PERL lasts longer than most tire dressings I've used, but not as long as OptiBond.
 
PERL is my go to for tires and interior. Love the matte look it gives. I HATE shiny except for my paint of course.
 
GreatAvalon said:
How is the sheen for the interior? How long does it usually last? What do you dilute it to for interior? :D
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I use a 1:2 ratio for the interior, has a slight sheen but I use sparingly - applied once every 3 weeks. If its too shiny, you can always dilute it some more. I only use distilled water, don't trust the tap!
 
James said:
I use a 1:2 ratio for the interior, has a slight sheen but I use sparingly - applied once every 3 weeks. If its too shiny, you can always dilute it some more. I only use distilled water, don't trust the tap!
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Ok cool. Good point about diluting it more if needed.

I wonder if PERL have UV protectants in it?...
 
James said:
Yes it does :cool:
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Proven? :D haha ok cool, I need to give it a try. I'm just afraid it will be too shiny and I won't be able to get rid of the sheen. That's why I haven't put much of anything on my interior so far.
 
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GreatAvalon said:
Proven? :D haha ok cool, I need to give it a try. I'm just afraid it will be too shiny and I won't be able to get rid of the sheen. That's why I haven't put much of anything on my interior so far.
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I personally like the slight sheen, try a 1:5 ratio. I have to correct myself, i know Perl offers UV protection but as to your question of UV protectants in it, that I don't know. I'm sure Corey can answer that for us...
 
James said:
I personally like the slight sheen, try a 1:5 ratio. I have to correct myself, i know Perl offers UV protection but as to your question of UV protectants in it, that I don't know. I'm sure Corey can answer that for us...
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Even at 5:1 there has to be benefits to using PERL rather than running around with a naked interior. At least that makes sense to me. You're right, Corey probably knows.
 
I use PERL mainly @ 1:1 with distilled water for tires and engine compartment. I haven't tried using it for interior work yet. Maybe I will give 1:4 a try on my interior once and see how it looks and holds up.
 
Just used it for the first time on my tires. I was all set and dressed the tires- then I rolled the car forward a little bit to ensure even coverage. Went out to apply the second coat about 20 min later and I rolled it out of the shade and into the sun.... PERL 1:1 plus sun = too much gloss lol!
The other side in the shade looks fantastic.
 
I only use on tires and engines bay. I'm firm believer that you should never dress interiors and I only anti-static cleaner for interiors.
 
The problem that I found with spraying perl is, it gets on your freshly cleaned wheels.
 
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