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robbo2345

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« on: 04 April 2016, 12:38:27 »

Hi guys anybody have any suggestions how to clean the headlight lenses ? i would like to keep them as the adjusters are intact  :D
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Re: headlight lens
« Reply #1 on: 04 April 2016, 13:14:38 »

3M polishing kit, they come up well  :y
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« Reply #2 on: 04 April 2016, 14:45:23 »

Great thanks tunnie  :y
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Re: headlight lens
« Reply #4 on: 04 April 2016, 18:17:03 »

3M polishing kit, they come up well  :y
Although more expensive than more manual methods, recommended, esp if you've not done before, as pretty foolproof, and not much effort.
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Re: headlight lens
« Reply #5 on: 04 April 2016, 19:14:13 »

Hi guys anybody have any suggestions how to clean the headlight lenses ? i would like to keep them as the adjusters are intact  :D

I've used the MEGUIARS one and manual method, with fine rubbing compound (G3 paste from memory), PLENTY of water, and several applications of Wet and Dry building up from 3000, to 5000 and then 7000 grit.  I took the light out as simple enough to remove and less mess all over the car then   ;)

My lights show the proof, but I think the acrylic protectors have helped keep off some of the harmful UV  (plus she lives in the garage under her blanket :y)

I would suggest getting a few sheets of the very fine grade Wet and dry as the size they give you in some kits is postage stamp size !, and if job worth doing well then get a few good sheets per light.

Happy rubbing.  Trick is go until your arms are falling off  ???, and then go for another 30 mins  ;D!

Would Be interested to see Before and After pics.

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