CarPro PERL issues... Help Please!

[Swiss_T]

Ok, so I heard many great things about CarPro PERL and I wanted to see what the hype is all about and join the club of long lasting protection for my plastic trim! So about 2 weeks ago I pulled the trigger and ordered some. I was super excited to use it, but unfortunately, I don't get the same results as others. I don't know what I'm doing wrong, and it's annoying.

My previous stuff even lasted longer than PERL (which claims up to 3 months). I used to use Surf City Garage's Black Max and Shine Supply's Trim Shine, both of which lasted about 1 month per application.
CarPro PERL on the other hand is gone after my weekly wash! Leaving nothing but dull looking plastic with white run-off stains!
I only use CG Maxi-Suds, which is gentle, and 2BM for the weekly wash with a plush microfiber wash mitt.
I don't understand why it's not bonding with my plastic trim...
(I wrote this after reapplying PERL again... Forgot about some pics.. Sorry!)

Here's my initial PERL process:
- Sprayed trim with Meg's Degreaser and APC (Full strength)
- Let dwell a little bit
- Agitated with stiff bristle brush
- Rinsed with strong jet of water
- Dried off with towel
- Let trim air dry for ~1 hour afterwards, just to be sure
- Applied PERL (1:1 dilution) and let sit overnight to bond
- Didn't wash car for about 3 days after, no rainy day in-between application and wash


If I'm missing a step or not doing something right, could you please let me know!

As of now, I'm quite disappointed with the product.

[MikeC78]

Those are my sentiments as well. Was not impressed and I believe its way overrated.

[dcjredline]

Process looks fine. Strange your results are so bad.

[Swiss_T]

I'm completely stumped as to why it isn't working. If my process isn't the issue, I'm wondering if there's a bad batch of PERL that goes around.

I would love to know what the AG member who works for CarPro has to say about this matter.

[Chris@AutoCleanse]

Did you shake the product before use and you can just call Corey at carpro-us he will be more the hepful to answer your questions.

[Jeff Wagner]

I'm completely stumped as to why it isn't working. If my process isn't the issue, I'm wondering if there's a bad batch of PERL that goes around.

I would love to know what the AG member who works for CarPro has to say about this matter.

I would suggest not diluting it for trim. CarPro Perl is a water based dressing designed to wash off and re apply after washing the car. Do you park outside? Morning dew could be making it run from getting wet. Try it undiluted and see how that works.

[Sicoupe]

I just recently got some PERL, and it is awesome! Definitely my go to from now on

[Mask]

Perl works great on my Michelin tire(2weeks) but never last for more than 3 days on continental.
variable on different rubber made?
I gave the half bottle away lol.
I coated my trims with Dlux
Looking forward to purchase TW tire coating.

[VISITOR]

most water based dressings will not last a real long time. i like the look of PERL and it's on par with durability (or last slightly longer) with the many other water based dressings i've tried/used. i don't expect it to last all that long because i'm going to scrub it off (tires) when the next wash comes within a week or two and IME it lasts up until that point. what one person may like another may not and you just have to keep trying until you find the one you like. so many great products out there to explore...

[DBAILEY]

I always give the trim a hard buff after the PERL has dried for 15-20 min. I've never had it run on me and leave stains.