Used the Diamondite Headlight system today

Dave Medvic

Dave Medvic

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I bought the Diamondite system at the Christmas sales, Mike demo'd it and it's the only headlight repair with no sanding step. I got my chance to use it today and it worked great, I'll try to attach photos here.
Also got to break in the new Flex 3401c, it was flawless and a true step up from my Meguiars D.A. For those of you thinking of trying the 360 XMT cleaner wax all in one, it worked very well too, some buffing is required but I removed so much dirt from the vehicle that my LC Hydro tech pads are still a little stained.
Pinnacle's pad cleaner also did well vs. extremely dirty pads.
 
Nicely done, glad to see you liked your new flex as well!
 
I used it on my CRV with only slightly loudly lights til my drill died, did absolutely nothing. Based on forum seems sanding is only true way.
 
Father87 said:
I used it on my CRV with only slightly loudly lights til my drill died, did absolutely nothing. Based on forum seems sanding is only true way.
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The OP seems to be very satisfied with this product. Looking at the photos you can see a big difference before anf after. Did you use the same pads?
 
I am also satisfied with the Diamondite system. Had used it on one of my headlight lens. (Yes, just one of the lens was starting to haze up where the other wasn't. :confused:)
 
If I can add this, I plan on going into business this year, I've been testing so many diff. products over the last year , but I want to have full confidence that when I tell a customer I can get his headlights clear,(or anything else) that I have done it before with the same chemicals from experience.
The key was the 1st step in Diamondite's system, it performed so much better than the Meguiars, where you need to sand, that I thought I should share this. I was watching so much spent plastic accumulate on the paint near the headlights that I knew I had something here. The second step was just gravy. I'll ask for another family volunteer, to prove it out, but I feel a lot better on the purchase now.
Not sure what Chrysler did, but did you ever notice how many older Jeep Grand Cherokees have oxidized headlamps?
 
I bought the diamondite system in an attempt to clear up my yellowed/fogged 2008 Lexus ES 350 headlights and it didn't do anything to improve it really. Are you guys using your DA to buff the lenses? I used my 18 volt Bosch cordless drill so I'm wondering if that's where I went wrong? If that isn't it, it possible that the problem is on the inside of the lenses?
 
Lol I just noticed, I have the exact same drill lol!

Nice work though!
 
I have the Diamondite Professional system and have experienced mixed results. The kit seems to work fine on headlights that are not deeply pitted or worn, but works great on lightly tarnished lenses.

I used the Diamondite kit on headlights from a 1997 Grand Prix that were severely pitted and it made the smooth part of the lenses clearer, but had little effect on the worn portion. Sanding was the only solution that would work on the worn area of the lens.

I'm not ready to give up on the Diamondite system just yet, but I'll keep my sandpaper handy.
 
volrus said:
Are you guys using your DA to buff the lenses? I used my 18 volt Bosch cordless drill so I'm wondering if that's where I went wrong? If that isn't it, it possible that the problem is on the inside of the lenses?
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Used Griot's 6 inch Random Orbital Polisher here, with the three inch backing plate. You should be able to get good results with a drill.
Yes, some have posted with problems on the inside of a lens. Where a cracked lens allowed moisture in.

Still keep my 3M Headlight Lens Restoration System around just in case I come across some badly pitted lens.
 
Andr3wilson said:
Lol I just noticed, I have the exact same drill lol!

Nice work though!
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That drill has been steady for me!:xyxthumbs: I clicked on the link for your website Andrew, your def. working the high end of the detailing market, the website is top notch too and I think any "high ender" would be sold when they look it over. I'm just starting to study up on websites. It sounds like I'm going to keep my Meguiar's headlight kit in reserve if I run into pitted lenses.
 
DaHen said:
Used Griot's 6 inch Random Orbital Polisher here, with the three inch backing plate. You should be able to get good results with a drill.
Yes, some have posted with problems on the inside of a lens. Where a cracked lens allowed moisture in.

Still keep my 3M Headlight Lens Restoration System around just in case I come across some badly pitted lens.
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So is the 3M system better than Diamondite? I may have to try it.
 
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