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There is a company called Eastwood that sells a rattle can clear coat that has a true 2-part system. Clear and then a separate catalyst you add by piercing a special fitting on the bottom of the can. You have 48 hours to apply the clear before it spoils in the can but from the headlight restos I’ve seen done with it the finish comes out perfect like a typical body shop pro would apply.
There is a company called Eastwood that sells a rattle can clear coat that has a true 2-part system. Clear and then a separate catalyst you add by piercing a special fitting on the bottom of the can. You have 48 hours to apply the clear before it spoils in the can but from the headlight restos I’ve seen done with it the finish comes out perfect like a typical body shop pro would apply.
I saw this on YouTube a few days ago. I have the Cerakote kit that I'm going to try. It lays down a ceramic coat. But this guy says the clear coat he used is better than the factory coating and it should last a lifetime. Strong statement.
Know of any places to purchase headlight assemblies that are quality products without the dealership prices?
Make sure to look at what it takes to replace the headlights. If you have a 2004 - 2006 you'll be removing the front bumper.
Removing the front bumper was a bit of a pain, but considering it was the first body panel I've ever removed, it was not that bad. Three bolts and some clips and you're good. If you're only doing one headlight you don't need to remove the entire bumper, just free one side and have someone else pull it forward while you remove the headlight. Taking out the headlight, opening, resealing and reinstalling took about 1 hr.
Don't forget that in Japan they drive on the correct side of the road, so that headlight will be setup for righthand drive, so you may be blinding other drivers when on dipped beam as the beam patterns are not flat.
