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3M Heavy Duty Headlight Restoration Kit with Quick Clear Coat, 39175
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- Kits contain masking tape, light sanding discs, wax protectant and more
- For use on plastic lenses – headlights, taillights, fog lights, directional lights and more
- 3M abrasive technology removes yellowing and buildup without damaging plastic lens surface
- Easy to use – choose a kit with no tools required, or for use with a common household drill
- Save hundreds vs. replacing headlight lenses
- For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.
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3M 39175 Heavy Duty Headlight Restoration Kit
Details
- Kits contain masking tape, light sanding discs, wax protectant and more
- For use on plastic lenses – headlights, taillights, fog lights, directional lights and more
- 3M abrasive technology removes yellowing and buildup without damaging plastic lens surface
- Easy to use – choose a kit with no tools required, or for use with a common household drill
- Save hundreds vs. replacing headlight lenses
Features
This 3M Headlight Lens Restoration Kit is a collection of professional-grade products assembled specifically for removing the cloudy, yellowed haze that builds up on automotive headlight lenses. Kits use a system of light abrasives to keep vehicles looking great and save money vs. replacing expensive lenses. They include complete directions, 3M Trizact sanding discs, pads, tape and polishes.Kits contain masking tape, light sanding discs, wax protectant and more Restore Your Headlights Without Replacing Them. Rather than using ineffective solvents — or spending big on new headlight lenses — you can choose our 3M Headlight Lens Restoration Kits. A complete system of light abrasives, polishes and protectants removes scratches, dirt and oxidization that can appear on your lenses, lowering your vehicle's value and reducing safe driving visibility. You can choose a kit that lets you restore headlight lenses without tools. Or, with just a spray water bottle and a common household drill, you can use the full kit with a complete range of abrasive discs for sanding, finishing and refining to remove discoloration that can cause your headlights, tail lights, fog and directional lights to appear cloudy and yellow — for a fraction of the cost and time of buying and installing new lenses. Each kit includes everything you need to restore two headlight lenses.
How Does it Work?
Our 3M Headlight Restoration Kit restores clear plastic lenses in a way that standard cleaners cannot. This convenient system requires just four simple steps (PDF, 346.6 Kb). First, apply our high-performance masking tape to the painted surfaces around the lens you are restoring (some kits include 3M Automotive Masking Tape). Use our progressive system of Trizact abrasive discs to remove yellowing, scratches, dirt, haze, and other material buildup on the plastic lens. With or without a common household drill, our Hookit attachment system makes it easy — just slap the disc onto a pad, and you're ready to go. A choice of Headlight Restoration Kits features our 3M Scratch Remover or 3M Rubbing Compound to achieve maximum shine and clarity. Then, using a soft cloth, apply a light coating of 3M Synthetic Wax Protectant. Remove the masking tape, and you're finished.
About Our Trizact Abrasives
The abrasive in our Trizact abrasive discs for headlight restoration is so fine that you can sand across the plastic lenses without worrying about creating scratches or other damaging marks. 3M Trizact abrasives feature microreplication — small 3-dimensional structures are reproduced and then uniformly distributed over the surface of the disc. These patterned, precise mineral structures contain multiple layers of abrasive mineral. As the structures wear, fresh, sharp mineral is exposed. The result is that the abrasive cuts faster, stays sharper longer and allows for precise finish control — it removes the yellowing, dirt buildup and small scratches that can cause haze, without damaging the lens itself.
Why Do You Need Headlight Restoration?
Today's vehicles have a greater number of plastic components, from plastic headlight lenses to motorcycle windshields, plastic tail lights, trailer lights and more. Plastic components are great for durability and reducing overall weight, but they can yellow and haze with weather, sun and sand, limiting visibility and diminishing the appearance and value of the vehicle.Millions of cars on the road today have plastic headlight lenses. The problem increases with the age of the lens, and with the average age of cars on the road about 10 years old, the problem is growing. That is why it is important to correct hazy, dull headlights.
Product Description
This 3M Headlight Lens Restoration Kit is a collection of professional-grade products assembled specifically for removing the cloudy, yellowed haze that builds up on automotive headlight lenses. Kits use a system of light abrasives to keep vehicles looking great and save money vs. replacing expensive lenses. They include complete directions, 3M Trizact sanding discs, pads, tape and polishes.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 4 x 3 x 10.25 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.76 ounces |
Department | unisex-adult |
Manufacturer | 3M |
ASIN | B072FQMY3Z |
Item model number | 39175 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #107,270 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #51 in Automotive Headlight Restoration Kits |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Customers like the appearance, ease of use, value, and quality of the auto accessory. They mention that it makes their headlights look brand new perfect, the instructions are easy to follow, and it's well worth the money. That said, opinions are mixed on the headlight restorer, cleaning, and clarity.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the auto accessory. They mention that it works better than expected, the sanding tool went very well, and the headlights look amazing. Some say that the product is great and they will buy it again.
"...The results are amazing, my headlights are like new. Fun fact, when I was a kid, I remember my dad teaching me 3M makes great products! He was right." Read more
"...The high quality abrasives make this kit much easier to get good results with less of a workout.. The abrasives started to work right away on the..." Read more
"...It came out great, and my headlights look amazing!..." Read more
"...I was wrong! This worked fantastic. I really couldn't believe it...." Read more
Customers find the auto accessory easy to use. Some mention that the instructions are easy to follow and that using a drill made it a lot easier.
"...The instructions were very detailed and clear. The kit has six 500 grit, four 800 grit and one 3,000 grit disk...." Read more
"...2. The sealer (the last process)3. Decent instuctions..." Read more
"...you’re someone more versed in projects like this or not it is a very simple process and the instructions walk you thru it all...." Read more
"...This is normal and the directions mention it. The directions are perfect...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the auto accessory. They say that it makes their headlights look like new, and that the finish is great. Some say that the product took some time to apply, but it's worth it.
"...The results are amazing, my headlights are like new. Fun fact, when I was a kid, I remember my dad teaching me 3M makes great products! He was right." Read more
"...Not sure if this helped at all, but the lights looked a lot better before putting on the UV coat after I did this." Read more
"...It made my headlights look like new, or at least I think it looks new. After 2 years, they still look as good...." Read more
"...If you're patient and steady, they should look like brand new. I highly recommend this product. (I just hope they stay that way for quite a while)." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the auto accessory. They say it's well worth the money.
"...It's cheap enough, but how many drill attachments does one need? I took plenty of pictures showing the progress...." Read more
"...I will drive at night now no problem. Amazing product will save you hundreds if done right." Read more
"This product is worth the price and is truly a 5 star product. I purchased the item that included the tape, glove and UV wipes...." Read more
"Good saving money product" Read more
Customers are mixed about the clarity of the auto accessory. Some mention that the result were surprisingly clear headlights, while others say that they are still a little hazy and the sealer juice will fix that. The brightness increased at least 100%. However, some say that the lens cover will not look clear and that the product only really goes clear after you use the included sealer.
"...other essentials included, what truly sets this kit apart is the 2-stage clear coat...." Read more
"My headlights were extremely cloudy and when driving I could barely tell my lights were on. The instructions were very detailed and clear...." Read more
"...Not only were the lenses clear, but I could easily see the light bulbs inside the headlight body...." Read more
"...Update: Brightness increased at least 100% if not more. I will drive at night now no problem. Amazing product will save you hundreds if done right." Read more
Customers are mixed about the headlight restorer. Some mention that it does an amazing job, restoring the headlamps to like new condition, while others say that with the first sanding it looks as though your headlights are ruined. However, some customers say that the clear coat destroyed their headlight.
"By far the best headlight restoration kit I’ve come across...." Read more
"Liked that it came with clear instructions. And, it was very good for removing the yellowing from a 2007 Saturn Aura...." Read more
"...of the fog lights- they were that bad, and the headlights had yellow- dark yellow oxidization in random areas, mostly at the top half of the lens...." Read more
"...To my surprise, it worked great and removed all that yellow stuff and haze from headlights...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cleaning of the auto accessory. Some mention that it's great for cleaning up headlights, making them look new. However, others say that the clear coat wipes are the issue, they came off after their first drive, and the wipe leaves streaks and isn't a very even finish. They also say that it won't remove water stains on the inside of the lens, and that the lens dust was pretty messy.
"...When I did the restoration, it went flawlessly. The sanding discs were super easy to use, the instructions were incredibly detailed, and the..." Read more
"...Then you do it again BUT I have another tip. The wipes are a little too wet. Do not unfold the wipe and squeeze anything that drips out...." Read more
"...I liked that there are two packets of clear wipe -- and one seemed to be enough. The finish is great...." Read more
"...UV protection you apply with some small wipes is now fading and I see streaks...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the auto accessory. Some mention that it works just as promised, has quality abrasives, and a solid kit. Others say that the luster doesn't last too long, the pads didn't have long enough, and the product is not durable.
"...I found that on the first step with the 500 grit sanding pads, they wear out quickly. I could've used double the amount provided...." Read more
"...The high quality abrasives make this kit much easier to get good results with less of a workout.. The abrasives started to work right away on the..." Read more
"...I moved to the second headlight so I tried to hurry up; the lack of quality shows with my impatience...." Read more
"...The sandpaper seems to be slightly better quality in the Sylvania kit too, it does not clog...." Read more
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1. Quality abrasives (3m obviously)
2. The sealer (the last process)
3. Decent instuctions (Like many males, I normally throw out the instructions as step #1, but don't do it!)
The high quality abrasives make this kit much easier to get good results with less of a workout.. The abrasives started to work right away on the yellowed lense and resisted getting clogged up. Use a rather light pressure and dont go hogging on the lense trying to make the process go faster. I only used the drill on the fine grit step. Spray with water to remove the dust you are creating fairly frequently. The first two abrasive steps were doing the business so quickly I didn't need any motorized assistance, plus I could control the amount of pressure easier on the courser grits doing it by hand.. The last grit didn't really need it either, but using power tools at least made the process look a bit more impressive . That sort of compensated for me not getting to throw out the instructions.
The sealer is the only slightly tricky part. Take your time to do it right and dont make multiple passes with the same pad on the lense. Follow the instructions for this step (sorry guys). This is step is a little easier to mess up than the other steps, but if you read the fine manual and don't worry that "there is still some of that magic juice on the pad I need to use up!" it will go perfectly. You will be rewarded for your self control. This is the hard part, self control..... Well, that and having to read the instructions.
Sand both healights so they are ready for the last stage. Yeah, they are still a little hazy, the magic sealer juice will fix that. Then do the sealer steps both of them, one right after the other.
Used it on the wifes truck and I am now a husband in good standing again until the next time I get up to no good.
Can't comment on longevity, but if I keep doing this to the wife's headlights, I might be around for a few more years.
Regards,
Upton O'Good
IMPORTANT TIP- Take Your Time: spend extra time sanding during the first stage of the process (using the courser grit sandpaper disks)- evenly go over heavily worn/scratched/sun damaged areas several times if needed, using medium pressure & being sure to angle the sanding disks (you don’t want to place the heavier grit disks flat on the face or the headlight). This will make the following sanding and finishing stages easier and will overall lead to better results.
I’ve used this kit with success on all 3 of my vehicles! Would continue to buy this and recommend to anyone looking to clear up their headlights.
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Definitely enough sanding pads in the box to go over your lights several times at each stage.
Highly recommend
Sólo tienes que seguir las instrucciones. La única adición es que sugeriría rociar el faro con agua constantemente mientras se lija. Esto ayuda a detener la generación de demasiado calor (que puede derretir el policarbonato) y a eliminar el residuo para que pueda ver lo que está haciendo.
Reviewed in Spain on February 26, 2019
Sólo tienes que seguir las instrucciones. La única adición es que sugeriría rociar el faro con agua constantemente mientras se lija. Esto ayuda a detener la generación de demasiado calor (que puede derretir el policarbonato) y a eliminar el residuo para que pueda ver lo que está haciendo.
Photo 1 is after sanding with 500grit on n/s and no sanding on o/s. photo 2 & 3 final result
I did take about an hour a light and sanded really well with the drill at 1400RPM., it does say the more sanding at each stage the better the result so I really took this to heart!
Followed the instructions to the letter, and achieved a brilliant result, how long it will last I can't say but see no reason why the 2 year promise wont be met.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 19, 2023
Photo 1 is after sanding with 500grit on n/s and no sanding on o/s. photo 2 & 3 final result
I did take about an hour a light and sanded really well with the drill at 1400RPM., it does say the more sanding at each stage the better the result so I really took this to heart!
Followed the instructions to the letter, and achieved a brilliant result, how long it will last I can't say but see no reason why the 2 year promise wont be met.