txviplexus

hey guys just thought I'd wanna share what I did the other day. not sure if this is the right place to post this as I am on my phone and can't see much. But I had some free time the other day and thought why not sand my headlights! my headlights aren't that bad but sanding them definitely made made them more clearer. I'm not a wiz at this but since they weren't that bad I only wet sanded 1500-2000 and finished off with some mothers or megiuars not sure lol. took me about an hour for both <br > <br > <br >

what you guys think. do you see a difference lol

SQLnovice

Looks really good. I'll do mine the same way. Thanks.

kickin8

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you need some sealant to prevent further oxidation....

txviplexus

haha yeah gotta get some product when I'm off another day

Bichon

kickin8 is right, if you don't seal them, in just a few months you'll be in worse shape than before you touched them, since you effectively sanded off what was left of the factory UV sealant.

Tungstn-IS

What is everyone using for sealant?

I just redo mine every so often because it's so easy with a DA buffer. I'd be willing to seal them if something would actually hold up in the blazing Texas heat, though.

txviplexus

I was gonna pick up this sealant when I'm off I forgot the name but I'll post it when I get it. lol
it's like a mixture

Gville350

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I use Meguiar's headlight Protectant to help "seal" the fresh surface :

http://www.meguiars.com/en/automotiv...Tm44HTZrx54.97

srt1

YUP! It's gonna oxidize again. Need a clear coat.

Tungstn-IS

How is the longevity on that product? Do you just keep reapplying every so often or does it offer a permanent seal?

Just wondering if it's any different than my current routine of just hitting them with 303 Aerospace every time I wash the car?

top5

Im usually at the car wash once a week and I apply a coat of wax in place of sealant. I like the longevity of sealant but certain waxes offer decent enough protection from uv rays. I havent had issues

DennisMik

I have used 2 different Krylon clearcoats, but they weren't that great. Then someone told me about this -

Rustoleum American Accents 2X Ultra cover
Gloss clear stock # 280702

It is more expensive than other stuff, approx $20 for a 12 oz spray can. It is also hard to find, you may have to order it on-line.

DeeROC585

You can also use 3M or ClearShield PRO series paint protection films.
It last years and is probably the best protection.
Or you can be a cool kid and throw a tinted LaminX on them, which is an even thicker film.


-Dave

Zmon

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If you're going to clear coat, you'll preferably want something with UV protection, otherwise, it will probably happen again within the next year.

top5

Guy above me is bang on. In my experience clear coats yellow quickly and are easier to chip over ppf or laminx film