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Old 03-12-14, 01:10 PM
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Default Headlight Restoration - need advice

1999 RX, 213K miles. Virginia state safety inspector refused to inspect my car today until I restored the headlights. He recommended the Sylvania system. Does anyone have experience with this kit? Any suggestions? TIA.
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I really liked the 3M headlight restoration kit compared to the turtle wax headlight restoration kit i've used in the past.

This is the one I recommend (it's a bit expensive compared to other kits) :
Amazon.com: 3M 39045 Headlight Renewal Kit with Protectant: Automotive Amazon.com: 3M 39045 Headlight Renewal Kit with Protectant: Automotive



Keep in mind a new pair of headlights is only $100 on Amazon.
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I have been using plastix?

Fairly inexpensive.

To protect from uv, I use wax.

But the haze comes back after a while.

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Salim is right about the haze returning, but you can make it look pretty nice for inspection!
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Originally Posted by hypervish
Keep in mind a new pair of headlights is only $100 on Amazon.
For a 1999 Rx300, which ones would you recommend?
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Originally Posted by Mut
For a 1999 Rx300, which ones would you recommend?
I haven't personally bought a new pair of headlights, but there are a couple to choose from on Amazon. Such as this:
Lexus RX300 Black Housing Without Hid Headlight Headlamp Driver/Passenger Sid... : Amazon.com : Automotive Lexus RX300 Black Housing Without Hid Headlight Headlamp Driver/Passenger Sid... : Amazon.com : Automotive
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