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re: remove headlight residue
Posted on 8/5/19 at 7:49 pm to LNCHBOX
Posted on 8/5/19 at 7:49 pm to LNCHBOX
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Don't forget to try toothpaste if you're going for old wives' tales that don't work.
I got pretty good results with toothpaste on my lights. Worth a shot. Have to use a good bit of pressure and polishing with it.
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Posted on 8/5/19 at 7:50 pm to neilh
I did the 3m kit, worked fine. Sealed it and all. Was back to cloudy within a year.
Save your time and get longer results. Get on Ebay and buy a new set of knock off lenses. They're cheap and so far mine have about 5 years longer than the 3m kit lasted. Took way less time to change them as well.
Save your time and get longer results. Get on Ebay and buy a new set of knock off lenses. They're cheap and so far mine have about 5 years longer than the 3m kit lasted. Took way less time to change them as well.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:12 pm to neilh
RO buffer with compound, then polish, then whatever wax. It's easiest if you take the headlights out.
If it's an older car, check rockauto for replacement prices. Sometimes they can be had cheaply
If it's an older car, check rockauto for replacement prices. Sometimes they can be had cheaply
This post was edited on 8/5/19 at 8:13 pm
Posted on 8/5/19 at 8:59 pm to TigerstuckinMS
I use a drill with a sponge polishing head, some color renew mild abrasive polish and voila. Good for about 6 months and then I do it again.
Posted on 8/5/19 at 9:30 pm to neilh
WD 40
Posted on 8/6/19 at 7:42 am to ELVIS U
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This is the best kit to purchase to remove oxidation off of your headlights. I detail on the side and I use this kit. The only 100% effective way to remove the oxidation is to wet sand them with 600-800 grit sandpaper then 1500 grit 2000 grit and then 3000 grit then use compound and polish to remove any scratches from wet sanding then seal with them with a headlight sealant or another sealant. The McKees 37 kit is nice and the price is pretty good. I use this on client's vehicles to remove light oxidation that doesn't need heavy wet sanding to remove heavy oxidation.
It all really depends on the condition of the headlight and how old the vehicle is. If it is a vehicle that is 10-15+ years old I would personally just purchase new lenses.
This is the best kit to purchase to remove oxidation off of your headlights. I detail on the side and I use this kit. The only 100% effective way to remove the oxidation is to wet sand them with 600-800 grit sandpaper then 1500 grit 2000 grit and then 3000 grit then use compound and polish to remove any scratches from wet sanding then seal with them with a headlight sealant or another sealant. The McKees 37 kit is nice and the price is pretty good. I use this on client's vehicles to remove light oxidation that doesn't need heavy wet sanding to remove heavy oxidation.
It all really depends on the condition of the headlight and how old the vehicle is. If it is a vehicle that is 10-15+ years old I would personally just purchase new lenses.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:23 am to LNCHBOX
quote:I’m an auto detail guy. I detail cars as a hobby. The proper way to get the headlights looking good is to wet sand and polish.
Don't forget to try toothpaste if you're going for old wives' tales that don't work.
But let me tell you, using mosquito spray works. I don’t know why it does, but it does. Really quickly too. All you do is spray it on and wipe it off and you will have yellow residue all over your towel and the headlight will look clear. It really is amazing.
Go try it yourself.
This post was edited on 8/6/19 at 8:23 am
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:25 am to PrimeTime Money
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I’m an auto detail guy.
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But let me tell you, using mosquito spray works
It is horrible for your headlights, as has been explained in this thread. Toothpaste can have some results if it's a strong whitening brand due to the abrasives that polish your teeth. 
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:28 am to neilh
10W-40
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:28 am to LNCHBOX
I don’t do the mosquito spray thing because I figure it’s not good for the plastic on your headlights and I polish them right.
But my dad does the mosquito spray thing and has been doing it for years. And although it’s been said it’s bad for your headlights, he’s never had an issue with his 14 year old vehicle. Headlights still look good. So maybe it’s not as bad for them as it’s made out to be.
Also, I responded to you specifically because you claimed it doesn’t work. I responded to tell you that you’re wrong. It 100% does work... it makes your headlights clear. That’s a fact.
But my dad does the mosquito spray thing and has been doing it for years. And although it’s been said it’s bad for your headlights, he’s never had an issue with his 14 year old vehicle. Headlights still look good. So maybe it’s not as bad for them as it’s made out to be.
Also, I responded to you specifically because you claimed it doesn’t work. I responded to tell you that you’re wrong. It 100% does work... it makes your headlights clear. That’s a fact.
This post was edited on 8/6/19 at 8:31 am
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:31 am to PrimeTime Money
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Also, I responded to you specifically because you claimed it doesn’t work. I responded to tell you that you’re wrong. It 100% does work and make your headlights clear. That’s a fact.
Ruining your headlights isn't fixing a problem. The mere fact that your dad has had to do it multiple times over the life of his vehicle is proof.
ETA: When I say something doesn't work, it means it doesn't actually fix the problem. All the old wives' tales do is put a bandaid on it. They are a temporary cover up that doesn't actually fix the issue.
This post was edited on 8/6/19 at 8:33 am
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:32 am to LNCHBOX
quote:There is no permanent fix. Even wet sanding and polishing and sealing is temporary. And that’s a lot of work.
Ruining your headlights isn't fixing a problem. The mere fact that your dad has had to do it multiple times over the life of his vehicle is proof.
It takes 2 minutes to spray on mosquito spray and wipe it off. Even if you had to do that a couple times a year, it’s not a big deal.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:33 am to LNCHBOX
quote:That is not at all how it came off, and it seems to me you’re moving the goalposts to save face.
ETA: When I say something doesn't work, it means it doesn't actually fix the problem. All the old wives' tales do is put a bandaid on it. They are a temporary cover up that doesn't actually fix the issue.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:34 am to PrimeTime Money
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There is no permanent fix.
False.
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Even wet sanding and polishing and sealing is temporary. And that’s a lot of work.
It's less than an hour if you have the proper tools. quote:
It takes 2 minutes to spray on mosquito spray and wipe it off. Even if you had to do that a couple times a year, it’s not a big deal.
Or you can just do it right and not have to deal with it again.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:35 am to PrimeTime Money
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That is not at all how it came off, and it seems to me you’re moving the goalposts to save face.
It doesn't work. I stand by that. I've explained my reasoning, and deep down you agree, which is why you don't do it to your vehicle Mr. detailing hobbyist.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:37 am to LNCHBOX
quote:I know what I am talking about. Sanding and polishing is a temporary fix. It will last a good while, but they are not permanently fixed.
False.
quote:It’s a job and not something anyone looks forward to doing.
It's less than an hour if you have the proper tools.
quote:That’s just not true. Even when you do it right, you will have to do it again eventually.
Or you can just do it right and not have to deal with it again.
The reason headlights turn yellow in the first place is because the outer coat of the plastic headlight, which is a UV protection layer, has been broken down by the sun. With no UV protection layer, the headlights oxidize and turn yellow. Once that top layer is gone, it’s gone. The only “fix” from there is removing the oxidation. Over time the oxidation will come back and you’ll have to remove it again. There is no “permanent” fix once they turn yellow.
This post was edited on 8/6/19 at 8:52 am
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:38 am to LNCHBOX
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LNCHBOX
The only guy I've ever seen who will argue to the death about wiping off some headlights
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:49 am to neilh
You will have to sand the crap off and then re-polish it back.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:52 am to PrimeTime Money
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I know what I am talking about. Sanding and polishing is a temporary fix. It will last a good while, but ty are not permanently fixed.
Then you know the last step is sealing it, which is permanent.
Posted on 8/6/19 at 8:57 am to LNCHBOX
lol sealing is not permanent. It extends the time before they start yellowing again, but it’s not even close to permanent. Seriously, stop giving people bad information.
Here, you could have just used google:
Here, you could have just used google:
This post was edited on 8/6/19 at 9:00 am
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