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Headlight Restoration

Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 9:14
by DV5420
Currently looking at Reddit.com/r/autodetailing for tips & products. Figured I'd ask locally too if anybody has done it themselves/Paid a shop to do it.

I don't have a picture at the moment, But my headlights are preeety hazy.

Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 9:14
by Dwduc
Pull the headlight assembly out. Sand it down with 1000 grit then 1500. Clean it very well. 2 to 3coats of UV resistant clearcoat. Let dry. Better then new!

Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 9:14
by AuroraAxela
I have done them both privately and professionally. I recommend the Meguire's kit for do-it-yourself stuff. You can get it at several of the big chain parts stores. Either remove the headlight (which requires bumper cover removal) or tape off the paint around the lens really well.

Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 9:14
by Dwduc
The Meguiars kit and all the store restoration kits will restore the clarity. However I caution you to read the reviews. you usually will have to do it yearly or more frequently depending on how often you wash your car as it uses a wax for UV protection or if the car is kept outside during the day. The method I described is used in many shops and will provide a clear lens that won't be subject to oxidation for many years. The higher quality GLOSS clearcoat you use and the more coats will determine its life. but at least it won't wash off in a few months like Meguiars UV wax and begin oxidizing. don't put too many coats on or it will tint the lens a little! 2-3 is plenty, thats what is protecting your paint color also.

http://www.amazon.com/repair-lasted-tried-Camry-single/forum/Fx3C773C35JZ5IJ/Tx276K5P9THIK0V/1/ref=cm_cd_dp_aar_al_a?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B004HCOE72

Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 9:14
by RX-7 Chris
I really need to do the wife's saturn.

Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:14
by Shadowden
How are you sanding the lens (hand or RO)? What do you recommend for clear coat? Do you wet sand the final coat of clear with 1500 grit too?

Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:14
by Dwduc
Just hand sand, just to scuff evenly and remove any defects. PPG, house of kolor. Any quality brand clear its good. I have actually heard that the Rustoleum band aerosol UV clear is quite good if you are on a budget or lack an airbrush.