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Permatex 09103 Windshield Repair Kit
Last Updated: May 6, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.2
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Fit
99chip, crack, repair, resin, cracks
+57%
-43%
" ... It really fixed the windshield nicely and it didn’t take a long time ... "
" ... Had a pretty deep chip in my windshield. ... "
" ... Attach patch and adapter to windshield. ... "
" ... I was able to get the chip in my windshield to almost disappear! ... "
" ... only leaving a small speck remaining in my windshield. ... "
" ... One the best windshield repair I have used so far. ... "
" ... You can still see the chip in the windshield but I don't really care about that, so long as it isn't spreading. ... "
" ... I had a small rock hit a hidden part of my windshield. ... "
Ease of Use
72instructions, easy to follow, easy to apply, directions, instruction
+85%
-15%
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... This was pretty easy and fairly effective. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Followed the easy instructions provided and didn't have to waste a ton of money! ... "
" ... Instructions were super clear and very easy to follow. ... "
" ... And it was super easy! ... "
" ... Instructions were pretty easy to follow. ... "
" ... If you use this product, follow the instructions carefully, especially when it comes to using the syringe. ... "
Setup
62followed, follow the instructions, easy to follow, directions, followed the directions
+69%
-31%
" ... Instructions were super clear and very easy to follow. ... "
" ... If you follow the directions properly, you should get a great result with this product. ... "
" ... This is stated in the instructions, which are relatively straightforward. ... "
" ... Follow the instructions and that small crack/chip is gone. ... "
" ... The instructions were clear, everything needed was included in the kit and it works. ... "
" ... Watched the YouTube video and the followed the written instructions. ... "
" ... The instructions were comprehensive and easy to follow, and the repair seems to be holding up after a few weeks. ... "
" ... Very easy to use, just follow the instructions and a myriad of youtube videos showing you how to do this. ... "
Build Quality
51resin, cracks, chip, windshield, spider
+29%
-71%
" ... Then again, the only real way to "repair" a cracked/chipped/broken windshield is to replace it . ... "
" ... Resin did not make into the cracks around the chip. ... "
" ... This does the job, but know it will not fill in “spider” cracks! ... "
" ... The plunger doesnt get stuck in the topmost position and while adjusting the nib broke. ... "
" ... Crack is still pretty noticeable, little to no change. ... "
" ... I now have a plastic square over my spider crack. ... For some reason I thought resin would infiltrate the crack visually. ... "
" ... Perhaps practice a bit before beginning as the cheap wire contraption easily falls off or moves out of place. ... "
" ... And now the crack has extended from 4 inches to five after using this. ... "
Product Reliability
31chip, worked great, spreading, spread, invisible
+71%
-29%
" ... Worked very well. ... "
" ... it has now been 2.5 weeks and it is still gone. ... "
" ... Again this is for bulleye damage as stated on the label. ... "
" ... Worked for me. ... "
" ... /UPDATE 11-25-2018/ - Six months later it still looks great. ... "
" ... Worked as intended. ... "
" ... worked as expected ... "
" ... Product worked well. ... "
Price
30waste your money, money, time and money, money and time, worth the money
+37%
-63%
" ... Waste of money and time. ... "
" ... A total waste of an hour's time and 10 bucks or so. ... "
" ... a complete waste of money! ... "
" ... Be careful and don't waste your money and time. ... "
" ... I don’t even have anything left to return to them, so it was just a waste of money. ... "
" ... So for 32¢ cheaper I feel like I got a really bad deal. ... "
" ... Don’t waste your money on this product, buy the Rainx. ... "
" ... Didn’t work waste of money ... "
Screen Protection
25windshield, chip, repair, cracks, resin
+24%
-76%
" ... I was cautious to even apply with force, and it still cracked. ... Then again, the only real way to "repair" a cracked/chipped/broken windshield is to replace it . ... "
" ... It doesn't work the crack became bigger after using this product ... "
" ... The crack is filled and not getting any bigger, but it is still very visible ... "
" ... Using this product resulted in two new cracks appearing around the bullseye on my windshield. ... "
" ... Did not repair my crack at all. ... "
" ... Suck out all the air in the crack till you don't see any air bubbles ... "
" ... None of the resin went into the actual crack. ... "
" ... It created a 16” vertical crack. ... "
Video Playback
24video, videos, watched, watching, chrisfix
+100%
" ... Watched many online video on how to use it and so far my windshield is holding up. ... "
" ... Watched YouTube video and followed instruction. ... "
" ... There are great videos out on the net that show how to use this properly. ... "
" ... Work as advertise , very good stuff , just fallow the YouTube video from CristFIX ... "
" ... Like other reviewers, I highly recommend you watching the youtube videos (ChrisFix has an awesome) prior to installing. ... "
" ... The instructions are pretty good but I recommend watching some videos online before you use it. ... "
" ... the youtube tutorial video is a big help. ... "
" ... I owe a big thanks to the youtube video I watched on this. ... "
Cleaning
22resin, crack, vacuum, air bubbles, syringe
+50%
-50%
" ... During the pressure step, the resin leaked between the gasket and the housing, making a mess as it dripped down onto my wipers. ... "
" ... Just pressing lightly to secure the foam seal and remove the air bubbles caused a the crack to spread from 1/8" to 2", ruining the windshield. ... "
" ... The alcohol swab was dryed up so I must have received a very old kit. ... "
" ... I followed directions exactly, then came the part where I had to squeeze in the crack filler, but the nozzle is so big that it made a bubble you cant pop and it was nearly impossible to get enough of the liquid into the hole. ... "
" ... Just make sure you clean the crack thoroughly before starting- I had some leftover dirt and now it's just trapped. ... "
" ... I ended up spending an hour of frustration, the time needed to clean all the resin off my still chipped windshield, and the price of the kit. ... "
" ... So the epoxy leaked all over the window and I ended up throwing the kit in the trash and scrubbing all the crud off my window, which now has a film on it where I used this. ... "
" ... Preparation is key to eliminating mess. ... "
Marketplace
18thank, worked, seller, pictures, described
+89%
-11%
" ... It was $9 on Amazon and $15 at AutoZone. ... "
" ... Excellent, as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised . ... "
" ... Thank you Permetex!! ... "
" ... works like advertised . ... and the seller is awesome ... "
" ... And when I was searching earlier to see what kind of chip I had, the only images I was finding looked like they came from a 1950s coloring book, so I wasn't really even certain that I had a bullseye chip. ... "
" ... Thank you so much! ... "
" ... Great product and works as described. ... "
Pedometer
13step by step, followed, instructions, last step, followed the steps
+77%
-23%
" ... I did my late aftetnoon and did the final step overnight. ... "
" ... Plus, there is a YouTube video of a gentleman walking through the steps to get a good patch. ... "
" ... A tip I can give to new users is to be prepared with everything I found myself stopping between crucial steps to watch the video to make sure I am doing right ... "
" ... I used the instructions step by step, took my time, and made sure everything was followed as closely as possible. ... In fact, one of the last steps has you put extra resin on the spot and then place a clear piece of something over it to cure. ... "
" ... I recommend doing a dry run with the equipment before using the fluid to get the hang of the steps. ... "
" ... Followed the steps and it looks perfect. ... "
" ... take your time, read the instructions a few steps ahead and make this easy for yourself. ... "
" ... I followed the steps as best I could (my spouse was washing our dog in the middle, so I left to help her during the wait-at-least-20-minutes parts of the repair) and it was going pretty well. ... "
Overall performance
12done, rock chip, see, get, fast
+83%
-17%
" ... Did everything just as their video asked and didn't come out too great but got the job done as intended. ... "
" ... But it certainly did the job adequately as you can see from my photographs. ... "
" ... Doing the job. ... "
" ... I was quoted $35 for rock chip. ... "
" ... Seemed to have done it's job well. ... "
" ... Having gained the experience I know now how to get the job done right but no amount of knowledge on amazon or youtube can help you. ... "
" ... I have used it for my bulleye chip and it did an awesome job. ... "
" ... Did the job perfect! ... "
Product As Described
12worked, pictures, described, taken, resin
+92%
-8%
" ... Great Product, exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works at advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised . ... "
" ... works like advertised . ... "
" ... Excellent, as advertised. ... "
" ... The pictures are taken exteriorly. ... "
" ... Worked exactly as advertised! ... "
" ... Its a really good product look at the pictures left to right ... "
Size
11size, crack, cracks, chip, dime
+45%
-55%
" ... In sum: worthwhile if you have a considerable fracture that is concerning but not yet a crack, or if you have a couple of small nicks to cover and make less-noticeable. ... "
" ... My dime size bullseye ended up becoming a 10” long crack. ... "
" ... It wouldn’t even fill a small chip ... "
" ... This only comes with one curing strip that is about 2x2 inches and the other comes with several that look much larger. ... "
Design
11looks, chip, brand new, visible, slightly
+73%
-27%
" ... I used this for a Nissan Frontier and it made the plastic bed look brand new. ... "
" ... It looks almost brand new! ... "
" ... The small chip is still there, but it looks lightyears better and is no longer concerning me. ... "
" ... Still left small mark but looks awesome! ... "
" ... Is is going to look brand new? ... "
" ... I didn't even know something like this was available until a friend suggested I look. ... "
" ... I had to look really closely to even tell it was ever there to begin with. ... "
" ... So, interiorly, they do look slightly more visible. ... "
Drying
10sun, resin, never, fluid, drying
+50%
-50%
" ... Let sit in the sun to dry, ad a dab on top with the provided glass, wait till it dries up, scrape off remaning resin from the window. ... RESIN is a UV based product, it does not use air to dry or heat, it uses Light, UV light from the sun Or a UV flashlight. ... And again it didn't dry. ... I left my car out in the sun all day and it still didn't dry. ... But here is the kicker, now I'm not sure if the Resin inside the crack will actually ever dry and I have no way of taking it out. ... and if the resin in the chip is dry or is wet, I can't even apply another product to the chip because its just going to layer over the stuff that's bad and continue to show the chip in the window. ... "
" ... It came off with the plastic curing square when it dried despite diligently abiding by the curing time. ... "
" ... It is way more difficult to treat chips in windshields with the sticker thing this uses and it doesn’t seem to dry as well. ... "
Suction
10suction, syringe, plunger, suction cup, seal
+50%
-50%
" ... The epoxy ate the adhesive for the suction cup looking piece and then it wouldn't stick anymore. ... "
" ... Syringe & Plunger made of worst quality and is faulty as I could have the vacuum created nor pushed the resin. ... "
" ... Buy one with the suction cups that screws the seal against the window. ... "
" ... When I pulled on the syringe to put suction on the crack it didn't last long ... "
" ... I could get it to hold for the suction stage as long as I held it in place. ... "
Returns
9repair, chip, decided, try, send
+33%
-67%
" ... I want my money back. ... "
" ... The remained resin was not enough to repair it. ... "
" ... I gave this one star because this is only (ONLY) for bullseye repairs. ... Too late for me to return. ... "
" ... DON'T BUY IT, YOU CAN'T RETURN IT. ... "
" ... if could get a refund I would . ... "
" ... Had to claim for a return. ... "
Delivery
7shipping, fast, time, package, delivery
+86%
-14%
" ... The product arrived in good condition. ... "
" ... Removed within 12 hrs of placing. ... "
" ... Outstanding product and fast shipping too. ... "
" ... It's really a one-time usage package. ... "
Comfort
7plunger, wire, remove, contraption, careful
+29%
-71%
" ... The plunger doesnt get stuck in the topmost position and while adjusting the nib broke. ... "
" ... Perhaps practice a bit before beginning as the cheap wire contraption easily falls off or moves out of place. ... "
" ... Remove and replace plunger, pushing halfway to apply pressure. ... "
" ... I messed with it for a long time trying to get the thing to hold. ... "
Washer Dryer
4never, drying, sun
+50%
-50%
" ... And again it didn't dry. ... I left my car out in the sun all day and it still didn't dry. ... "
Picture Quality
3taken, pictures, picture, even
+67%
-33%
" ... If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a Video worth a million. ... "
" ... The pictures are taken exteriorly. ... "
Camera
3taken
+100%
" ... Or they don't replace the lane-keeping camera properly? ... "
" ... The pictures are taken exteriorly. ... "
" ... I was blown away by my results, and I wish I had taken pictures. ... "
Storage
3fill, pedestal, crack, use, small
+33%
-67%
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