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Triathlete
05/06/2010, 08:19 PM
Two thumbs up for Meguiars Headlight Restoration Kit. My head lights were probably among the worst. They were heavily hazed to a point that they were greatly reducing my field of vision at night. Tonight I bought the Meguiars kit ($25). The kit contains a buffer to be used with your drill, the polishing cream and a microfiber rag. It took me all of 30 minutes to go from this...
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Headlights/IMG_0141.jpg

to this...
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Headlights/IMG_0143.jpg

:thumbup: :thumbup:

VCrossfan
05/06/2010, 08:32 PM
Yes Meguiars works good (I used there PlastX clear plastic cleaner & polish) along with the 5 minute restorer buff system for the last few years but of course the haze always come back unless you seal it. My next step is wet sand w/1000 grit and clearcoat and hopefully I won't have to do the once every 3 month buff-up

djvx
05/06/2010, 10:33 PM
I use FLITZ, it is a cream in a tube. use it like polish with a rag, works fast and easy. results are about 80% . works excellent of chrome rims as well.

Mile High VX
05/07/2010, 06:09 AM
Yes Meguiars works good (I used there PlastX clear plastic cleaner & polish) along with the 5 minute restorer buff system for the last few years but of course the haze always come back unless you seal it. My next step is wet sand w/1000 grit and clearcoat and hopefully I won't have to do the once every 3 month buff-up

One of our members, I think it was Rowhard, had his covered with the same type materials as a "clear bra" and it has worked well for him.

vt_maverick
05/07/2010, 06:19 AM
Looks great! As far as sealant/protectant is concerned, watch eBay for the occasional clear headlight protectors that appear to be the same material as 3M's clear bra solution. I think they run like $85 a pair but are custom fitted for the VX headlights.

SuperBoomTurbo
05/07/2010, 06:49 AM
I used the same product (meguiars) and in the texan sun, it took just under two weeks to come back to a noticable haze. And its still spring!!

Clear bra you say... wonder if the wife would go for it =P

phines
05/07/2010, 07:26 AM
I tried the 3M lens renewal kit (about $20) and saw a huge improvement. Notice the beautiful gap between the hood and the headlight? :)

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/DSC03145.jpg

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/DSC03147.jpg
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vt_maverick
05/07/2010, 07:32 AM
Got the 3M one on the shelf in the garage too, just been lazy and haven't done it yet. How long did it take you to do?

SuperBoomTurbo
05/07/2010, 07:43 AM
I tried the 3M lens renewal kit (about $20) and saw a huge improvement. Notice the beautiful gap between the hood and the headlight? :)

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/DSC03145.jpg

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/DSC03147.jpg

You know, my seals around the headlights look like *** too. :( Anyone have any luck replacing these?

Mile High VX
05/07/2010, 07:52 AM
Just replaced mine about two weeks ago.

I posted a "how to" and it should help you.

You have to remove the front cladding and grill to get the headlights out.

I used the OEM seals.

phines
05/07/2010, 08:20 AM
Got the 3M one on the shelf in the garage too, just been lazy and haven't done it yet. How long did it take you to do?

It takes a solid hour to do it right and follow their step-by-step instructions. Definitely worth it though.
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RabidPony
05/08/2010, 03:48 PM
I just use Meguiars Plast-x and my high speed polisher with a soft foam pad. Done in maybe 15 minutes including taping them off. Then again, I have a lot of practice with a polisher so I can do it with minimal risk. High speed polishers can quickly do more harm than good in inexperienced hands.