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Newb Lens restore kit question.

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by YodasYota, Nov 22, 2011.

  1. Nov 22, 2011 at 10:52 PM
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    YodasYota

    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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    Is there a good kit that doesnt require you to use a drill attachment. :confused:
     
  2. Nov 22, 2011 at 10:58 PM
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    eagle5521

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    Normally their are several at the general auto part stores. I have used two kits on vehicles and never had a problem or a sore arm.
     
  3. Nov 22, 2011 at 11:08 PM
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    YodasYota

    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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    Just no drill. I guess I could just use friends :D
     
  4. Nov 22, 2011 at 11:13 PM
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    YodasYota

    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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  5. Nov 22, 2011 at 11:21 PM
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    scocar

    scocar hypotenoper

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    I just tried the Mother's kit with the Powerball (drill attachment) on my wife's Jetta. Awesome. $20 at O'Reilly.

    They were in terrible shape, and really most of the restoration came from the sanding pads (4 different grits, 2 per pad) rather than the drill attachment. It is basically wet sanding by hand, and the powerball is for polishing afterward.

    This is the kit:
    http://www.amazon.com/Mothers-PowerBall-4Lights-Headlight-Restoration/dp/B00341MIAW

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  6. Nov 22, 2011 at 11:28 PM
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    yotamikez

    yotamikez Street glide or die

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    I need to do this to my lights. Might do it tomorow they looks like shit!
     
  7. Nov 23, 2011 at 7:33 AM
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  8. Nov 23, 2011 at 7:39 AM
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    X3 on the Mother's kit. Just used it last night and it worked wonders on mine.
     
  9. Nov 23, 2011 at 7:42 AM
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    I used tooth paste and a buffer w/drill came out awesome....and minty fresh i may say on the wifes car........:D
     
  10. Nov 23, 2011 at 7:56 AM
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    I have used this one and it works great, all I've put it on with is a microfiber towel.


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  11. Nov 24, 2011 at 12:37 AM
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    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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    Bought the turtle wax kit. $8 at target. I'll post before and after pics. I'm pretty sure they are all the same. And most importantly from what im told is to use one that comes with a sealer.
     
  12. Nov 24, 2011 at 2:46 PM
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    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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    here are some before and after pics of the the turtle wax kit no drill required. $8 at target. :D

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  13. Nov 24, 2011 at 2:53 PM
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    They came out great! I'm going to have to keep this product in mind if my headlights ever need it done.
     
  14. Nov 24, 2011 at 6:27 PM
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    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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    thanks. I think so too. pretty stoked to drive tonight and see the difference:D
     
  15. Nov 24, 2011 at 9:26 PM
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    YodasYota

    YodasYota [OP] I'm here for the chicks.

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    I wana say 30 minutes. Pretty satisfied with the results. Thanks for the info. Forsure worth the $8
     
  16. Nov 25, 2011 at 12:04 AM
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    scocar

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    Score. Nice job.
     

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