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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by klavender1, Oct 13, 2015.

  1. Oct 13, 2015 at 7:36 AM
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    klavender1

    klavender1 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    A little before and after, after having the headlights cleaned. I'm amazed how well they came out. Sure it's not the same as new and I'll need to wax them once a month but it was only $50.

    headlight_before.jpg
    headlight_after.jpg
     
  2. Oct 13, 2015 at 7:39 AM
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    Phoenix autoworks

    Phoenix autoworks Stock but fun!!!

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    Stock but I use it anyway!!!
    What did you use?
     
  3. Oct 13, 2015 at 7:49 AM
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    Bluegrass Taco

    Bluegrass Taco Politically incorrect low tech redneck

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    Mine weren't anywhere near as bad as yours, but they sure did clean up nice....I used a $10 "kit" from Turtle Wax. Just takes some elbow grease and a little bit of time.
     
  4. Oct 13, 2015 at 7:54 AM
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    klavender1

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    2 $20s & 1 $10. :D I work at a car dealership and paid one of our vendors that does this for a living.
     
  5. Oct 13, 2015 at 8:51 AM
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    Southerner

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    I heard a rumor that OFF bug-spray works. Haven't tried it since mine are still new.
     
  6. Oct 13, 2015 at 9:04 AM
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    nobescare

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    mine were that bad. i used toothpaste and a towel. worked pretty good. a bit of elbow grease and they cleared up nicely and were minty fresh too.
     
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  7. Oct 13, 2015 at 9:06 AM
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    3coma

    3coma my kid says my truck is "Boss"

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    Used the rain-x kit on mine once. Worked pretty good for under $20.
     
  8. Oct 13, 2015 at 9:09 AM
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    QChawks

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    tried that once and it didn't do a thing, maybe it was the wrong kind of toothpaste?
     
  9. Oct 13, 2015 at 9:12 AM
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    not sure probably one with the baking soda in it for a bit of grit. have also used Spray Nine to touch up. it seems to work too but not as good. I will have to go to a product made for cleaning lenses if you want a really clean finish.
     
  10. Oct 13, 2015 at 9:32 AM
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    klavender1

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    I know there were cheaper kits out there. I just know I don't have the patience to make them look this good. Figured I would leave it up to an expert. They look brand new again.
     
  11. Oct 13, 2015 at 12:00 PM
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    smd3

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    That would be the DEET, which is known to be harsh on plastics. I would avoid it, and get a kit that buffs the plastic.
     
  12. Oct 13, 2015 at 12:07 PM
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    csmith15SR5

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    yeah I was gonna say DEET will destroy plastics and synthetics... cant be good for headlights.
     

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