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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:18 AM
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Headlight cleaning

So my headlights SUCK. Like they are really foggy, and I have no idea what's good for making them look amazing until I can afford to get some new ones (probably 03 units). What's the best way to go about doing this?
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:28 AM
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I used this and there is two of them one with sealant and one without. One with sealant is much better and few bucks more expensive

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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:36 AM
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I have found those kits to generally be ok for a short time & then it comes back. I recommend replacement. I tried these kits on my CL, a 02 mustang, a 98 corolla, & 93 explorer. None of them lasted more then 6 months in the FL sun. I even paid a pro shop that does headlight restoration on the mustang once & that was a waste too.
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:47 AM
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I agree but still $15 every 6 months is not bad at all than buying new housing which
Is $250+
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:57 AM
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AZine is acting up making double posts.

A new housing will eventually get dirty too, so restoring it is probably the best bet.
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 12:19 PM
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Wet sand and polish them. Make sure you seal them with a quality sealant every few months. Treat them like you would the painted surface of the car.

The problem is the UV coat on them has worn off, causing them to "fog" up.
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 12:52 PM
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Okay cool. Thanks guys.
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 02:05 AM
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So I ended up using this Meguiar's heavy duty headlight stuff, works damn well. I highly recommend it.

So the driver's side is done and the passenger is not for a nice comparison

Close up of driver side.

Close up of passenger side.
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Old May 1, 2011 | 08:08 PM
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damn lol i gotta get that. mine look just like yours USED to haha
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Old May 2, 2011 | 04:17 AM
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anyone tried the sylvania ones? it comes with a clear coat.. wondering if its easy to use.. comes with lifetime warranty on the product.. sounds good i might try this one out

http://www.sylvania.com/ConsumerProd...estorationKit/

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Old May 2, 2011 | 07:52 PM
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so i tried the sylvania headlight restoration kit today and the outcome is awesome...!!


what came in the box..


BEFORE: not to detailed of a picture but you get the idea


AFTER:











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Old May 2, 2011 | 07:55 PM
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lol u finally did some work.
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Old May 6, 2011 | 05:24 PM
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The Meguiars Kit looks like its the best choice.
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Old May 7, 2011 | 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by cl-baller201
The Meguiars Kit looks like its the best choice.
Yeah I'm really happy with it. Plus I drove across Missouri in the rain and I just wiped it with my chamois and it was still perfectly clear.
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Old May 7, 2011 | 07:44 AM
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Originally Posted by cu0ngsayz
so i tried the sylvania headlight restoration kit today and the outcome is awesome...!!


what came in the box..


before: Not to detailed of a picture but you get the idea


after:











damn, those modded headlights with all the chrom corner out, look great, i need to do that too.
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Old May 9, 2011 | 01:39 AM
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lol u finally did some work.
always put in work SON!!!!... and the sylvania comes with a clear coat as you can see in the picture... well lets see how this $20 holds up.. i'll be keeping this updated..
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Old May 9, 2011 | 07:48 AM
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Originally Posted by StreetKA
I used this and there is two of them one with sealant and one without. One with sealant is much better and few bucks more expensive

that kit looks good.
ive just used 800grit, then 1500grit, and then 2000grit sandpaper, then a compound, then a heavy wax to do mine, but i have to re-wax every month or so
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