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Oxidized Headlights

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Sprig, Nov 8, 2017.

  1. Nov 8, 2017 at 8:57 PM
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    Sprig

    Sprig [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Thought Id share a product I used to clean my oxidized headlights and the results. I have a 2009 Tacoma double cab 4x4. About 2 years ago I decided I needed to do something about my very oxidized headlights. They were in bad shape. I researched various products and decided to try Meguiars heavy duty headlight restoration kit. Wow what a difference. The kit at that time cost about $19 at Walmart. The whole process took about 45 minutes and half of the time was spent masking the painted surface around the head lights. Very easy. The head lights were so yellow you could barely see the bulbs. When I finished they were Chrystal clear, just like brand new. There is enough product in the kit to do 3 or 4 vehicles. Since then I apply Meguiars Head light protectant about once a month and they have remained like new. It only takes about a minute to apply the Protectant which preserves the clear lights. Anyway if your lights are oxidized give this a try. I hope you find this helpful.
     
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  2. Nov 9, 2017 at 3:35 AM
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    Benzdriver81

    Benzdriver81 Making it fool-proof will just make a better fool

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    Wow! Those are so clear, it's like they're not even there! :rofl:

    Post some pics lol
     
  4. Nov 9, 2017 at 7:08 AM
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    Sorry I do not know how to post pix. I’ll work on that.
     
  5. Nov 9, 2017 at 8:01 AM
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    Or you can drag and drop a photo into the Comment section. :thumbsup:
     
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  6. Dec 6, 2017 at 8:13 AM
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    I used this product as well with very good results.
     
  7. Dec 7, 2017 at 6:30 AM
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    Just make sure you guys get a lens coating to apply to the buffed lens.

    By “restoring” a lens you basically sand off the UV coating in the plastic. This needs to be replaced or in a couple months the lens will reoxidize.
     

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