carpro hydro2 & permanon platinum

[PA DETAILER]

Spray sealants. Very interesting indeed. Would like some feedback on these super easy to use sealants. Application is the same i see. Very easy. Is one preferred over the other?

 

[The Driver]

Hydros dilution ratio is less so it yields less per application but overall it's still more economic than permanion. I've used hydro on over 30 cars and they almost always come out awesome.

It does tend to be a bit splotchy/run lines on jap paint, especially Hondas.

 

[JSFM35X]

I have used Permanon platinum and it works great. Expect 4 weeks max of super performance. It drop off for there but for the effort invested it is a winner in my book. This is the most good proof product I have ever used. Spray on and hose off. If they could ever get the price down I think many might go this way exclusively.

 

[Todd@RUPES]

Permanon - Great value, dilutes at 1:20, nice shine, awesome water beading, super easy to use, almost self drying

Hydro2- More expensive, intense shine, intense water beading, longer lasting, can be a little more finicky/streak prone

 

[TroyScherer]

Hydro2: Quick & easy, Increase in shine and gloss, Mist on and blast off. (I find the higher the pressure the better.) 2-3 months of durability.

Permanon Platinum: Quick & easy, Increase in shine and gloss, Mist on / Spread / Sheet off. 2-3 weeks durability for me.

 

[The Driver]

Oh, I can't believe no one mentioned this...

You cannot apply hydro2 in direct sun! It's almost guaranteed to leave lines. Also hydro expires... like all car-pro stuff

 

[KMG]

I still have a small sample of permanon platinum sitting on my shelf, but I just ordered a 500ml bottle of hydr02 to start using on wheels when I am doing cars. Easy wheel treatment in less than a minutes.

 

[Merlin]

Oh, I can't believe no one mentioned this...

You cannot apply hydro2 in direct sun! It's almost guaranteed to leave lines. Also hydro expires... like all car-pro stuff

Kewl...most everything is recommended to be done in the shade.
The only time I've seen Hydro2 expire is when you mix a batch.
Shelf life is short once mixed. Mix what you need and use it up.
I've personally never had streaking but I blast it after application.

IMHO Looks, longevity & hydrophobics are better with Hydro2.

 

[The Driver]

Kewl...most everything is recommended to be done in the shade.
The only time I've seen Hydro2 expire is when you mix a batch.
Shelf life is short once mixed. Mix what you need and use it up.
I've personally never had streaking but I blast it after application.

IMHO Looks, longevity & hydrophobics are better with Hydro2.

I agree on that, I've learned from past car-pro products always take what you need, put the rest in a separate container/sprayer. Right now I have about a litre an a half, I absolutely love this stuff.

 

[KMG]

I purchased some 8 oz. spray bottles to use for mixing Hydr02 for using on wheels. No need to mix up much.

 

[Todd@RUPES]

Oh, I can't believe no one mentioned this...

You cannot apply hydro2 in direct sun! It's almost guaranteed to leave lines. Also hydro expires... like all car-pro stuff

FWIW, I have used Hydro2 which was cut with water, that was at least 3 months old and it worked fine. Just sayin'

 

[tedj101]

Kewl...most everything is recommended to be done in the shade.
The only time I've seen Hydro2 expire is when you mix a batch.
Shelf life is short once mixed. Mix what you need and use it up.
I've personally never had streaking but I blast it after application.

IMHO Looks, longevity & hydrophobics are better with Hydro2.

When you say you blast it, do you mean with a pressure washer or something?

Thanks,
<TED>

 

[Merlin]

When you say you blast it, do you mean with a pressure washer or something?

Short answer = No.
A strong water pressure blast from the hose should do fine.

Here are a couple of application directions from those in the know...

Directions:

1. Do not apply hydro2 in the sun or to a hot surface! Applying in this manner will cause streaks that do not wipe off easily.
2. In shaded location or shop wash your vehicle and remove any dirt from the surfaces. (use our carpro snow soap or ultima paint guard wash for best results.)
3. Surface must be well cleaned from soap residue and left wet with water.
4. Dilute 1 part hydro2 to 3 parts water (measure cap supplied 30ml). We recommend a spray bottle for fast and easy application.
5. Spray fine mist of diluted hydro2 on no more than 1/4 of vehicle before rinsing. Very little is needed and no overlap is needed.
6. From time you start spraying a section to rinsing off should be no more than one minute.
7. Immediately rinse well with strong water pressure to produce physical shock and create a well formed coating.
8. Repeat steps 5-7 on the next section of the vehicle rinsing well before moving to next section.
9. Finish by "flood rinsing" the vehicle without a spray nozzle to push all the water off from top down.
10. Dry any remaining water by blowing off or with a clean microfiber waffle weave towel.

Despite the effortless spray and rinse application, hydro2 is quite durable and can last up to three months!

Directions:

1. Dilute 1 part hydro2 to 3 parts water into a spray bottle and shake until mixed.
2. Dash the vehicle completely using a soap that does not contain any gloss enhancers or wax. Do not wash the vehicle or apply carpro hydro2 touchless
3. Dilica sealant in direct sunlight. Leave the surface wet.
4. Spray onto one section of the paint, such as half of a hood or a fender.
5. Immediately rinse well using strong water pressure to produce a physical shock for improved bonding.
6. Continue one section at a time until the entire vehicle has been coated and rinsed forcefully.
7. Rinse using low water pressure to sheet away excess water. Towel dry with a clean microfiber waffle weave towel to remove any remaining water droplets.

I know of a few of pros that Hydro2 is what they use when they "detail" a vehicle.
It's fast. It's easy. It works. It looks good and it lasts up to three months.

 

[tedj101]

Short answer = No.
A strong water pressure blast from the hose should do fine.

Here are a couple of application directions from those in the know...


I know of a few of pros that Hydro2 is what they use when they "detail" a vehicle.
It's fast. It's easy. It works. It looks good and it lasts up to three months.

Many thanks, Merlin. The reason that I asked is that I live at the top of a ridge and water pressure is not our strong suit. I'm not sure that I have enough pressure to be effective with this product. However, it does seem as if this is a product that I could use on my wife's car every couple of months after a wash and I am hopeful that it could be a good way to renew my wheels periodically. (I run separate wheels and tires Winter and Summer and thoroughly clean and seal them during their off-season).

Thanks,
<TED> :yourrock