Perma-Shine

[kid41]

Has anybody ever hear bout this product,Perma-Shine is a unique automotive product specially formulated to penetrate and protect the painted surface, im thinking on getting it done on my 08 since its black it will help keep it nice and shiny !!!

 

[cadman]

i've never heard of the product..i use meguires 4 step cleaning, polish, wax system on my '05..i also use the Mr. Clean car wash system.

 

[Caba]

Never heard of Perma-Shine! I've used the meguires and it's good.

However - I've had Perma-Grin ever since the first ride!

 

[kid41]

this is what i got from the net,,,,PERMASHINE actually penetrates into the paint using modern polymer technology which bonds through the clear coat and topcoat of the painted surfaces. PERMASHINE then hardens to provide a long-term shield that is virtually impossible to remove, stops pollutants reaching the paint and protects against damage from ultra violet rays, acid rain and industrial fallout.

Basicly no waxing anymore, perfect shine after every wash.

 

[squeezer]

this is what i got from the net,,,,PERMASHINE actually penetrates into the paint using modern polymer technology which bonds through the clear coat and topcoat of the painted surfaces. PERMASHINE then hardens to provide a long-term shield that is virtually impossible to remove, stops pollutants reaching the paint and protects against damage from ultra violet rays, acid rain and industrial fallout.
Basicly no waxing anymore, perfect shine after every wash.

That's pretty much identical to the blurb on bottles of Nu-Finish, Meguiars #20, or any other polymer based finish/sealant. Lots of companies make them. It's all pretty much the same stuff. Maybe as much difference as between Coke and Pepsi.

And of course you have to use it again. These polymer sealants hold up longer than regular waxes, but they wear off eventually. If this product claims it doesn't, I wouldn't use it. You already know they're not telling you the truth.

But on another topic, I just saw an ad for this razor blade that never gets dull...

EDIT: By the way, I didn't mean to dis all these polymer sealants. I think they're great products. They're easy to apply -- liquids that pretty much wipe on, wipe off, without a lot of buffing. The shine is pretty good -- not as good, IMO, as you can get with carnauba wax and a good buffer, but I don't have the patience for waxing cars and don't have any that I take to car shows, so it's more than good enough for me. I use these products. Just don't buy into the hyperbole of certain companies' marketing departments. And also pay careful attention to the type of trim you should NOT use them on.

 

[kid41]

i guess the difference with this product , you have to go to a perma shine dealer to get it applied, the products available to the general public are like a maintenance product, anyway i got a quote for 75.00$, i think ill get it done.

 

[GunMD]

Be sure to take some before and after pics for us. And keep us up to date on how it holds up.

(Not like I'm gonna do it, but it might be interesting)

beeroux might be interested. He's pretty meticulous about the cleanliness of his Feej.

 

[madmike2]

beeroux might be interested. He's pretty meticulous about the cleanliness of his Feej.

:rofl: :rofl:

And don't forget Mr. Fastidious (Warchild).

:lol2: :lol2:

 

[Toynut]

Have a look at this product: https://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/glare-polish/glare-polish.htm

BTW, be careful around the decals if you are using an orbital polisher.

I also prep the surface with a clay bar system first (Meguires), to get the panels absolutely spotless and spooge free prior to applying any wax or similar product.

 

[squeezer]

i guess the difference with this product , you have to go to a perma shine dealer to get it applied, the products available to the general public are like a maintenance product, anyway i got a quote for 75.00$, i think ill get it done.

Well, I've been wrong been at least once in my life. Maybe they have some new kind of polymer. I'm with GunMD. Let us know about the experience. I'll keep an open mind and I'll be interested to hear what you think.

 

[STC10]

i guess the difference with this product , you have to go to a perma shine dealer to get it applied, the products available to the general public are like a maintenance product, anyway i got a quote for 75.00$, i think ill get it done.

Well, I've been wrong been at least once in my life. Maybe they have some new kind of polymer. I'm with GunMD. Let us know about the experience. I'll keep an open mind and I'll be interested to hear what you think.

Having spent about 20 years in the detailing biz,I can tell you that there is nothing better than using soap and water and regular applications of a decent quality wax. I have had the oppurtunity to apply LOTS of different wonder products (or as we took to calling them, snake oils) Simoniz system 5, Xzylon, Auto Armor etc.

they have never shown me to be any better than a regular coat of wax. They are more of a revenue source for the dealer than a cure all.

My best advise is to wash the bike regularly in the shade, using lots of carwash soap (dish soap tends to strip wax) and the SOFTEST cloths that you can find. Even the act of washing puts minor scratches in the paint. Usually a good quality cleaner wax applied in the shade using microfiber cloths will remove these minor "swirls".

An orbital buffer is a fairly safe tool for most people. I would stay away from a standard buffer unless you are experienced. They can remove paint on edges faster than you can blink.

Remember, If it sounds too good...........

Save your money... Just my opinion

 

[kid41]

the only reason i am considering Perma shine is because a friend at work got his Toyata Rav 4 done, the colour is dark green and when he washes his car it looks awsome like he just waxed it, they garanty there work and once a year you go to the dealer and they ll see if any re applying is needed for a small fee, like a quarter of the original cost. Was thinking maybe one forum member might have heard of this product.

 

[Taff]

the only reason i am considering Perma shine is because a friend at work got his Toyata Rav 4 done, the colour is dark green and when he washes his car it looks awsome like he just waxed it, they garanty there work and once a year you go to the dealer and they ll see if any re applying is needed for a small fee, like a quarter of the original cost. Was thinking maybe one forum member might have heard of this product.

As it happens I had this application done on my Audi S4 V8.

When I picked up the car after the Perma seal had been applied I could see a difference in how the paint looked. Now as per a previous reply from an experienced detailer (and from my years working on many types of cars) it is hard to gauge how long the product will last as advertised.

Now, applying a good paint sealer (on a new vehicle) will probably get you the same results in the long term.

Washing and waxing on a regular basis is the best advice you will be given from a detailing shop.

Overall I did see a "wet look" to the paint from the Perma seal but then as stated above, using a good paint sealer will also give you that!

 

[Clint]

my $0.02

I use Klasse. It is a polymer based "wax". It is easy on an easy off. I got the recomendation from a mercedes benz forum that I used to frequent when I had my Kompressor. In the detail section there were all sorts from fanitics that had to to a 2 day 12 step process.(i am not exagerating, I think it was zanio brothers) to the more basic was and waxers. The klasse was the best bang for the buck.