Recent content by evo77

That appears to have been a short lived sale (or a mistake, lol) because the link you provided no longer works. It just redirects you to the Protectants page.

The Armor All Extreme Shield Ceramic Wash aka DIY spray-n-rinse sealant is $32 for a gallon. This is the cheapest of ALL touchless sealants on the market period. I honestly don't see why anyone would pay more for doing the exact same thing.

How long do you expect for it to last exactly? We are talking about a spray-n-rinse sealant so, there are limitations here and you may need to reset your expectations accordingly. Even if it were to last 30 days in your environment, it is literally SO EASY to apply that the minimal effort is...

The best and absolute cheapest spray-n-rinse sealant is the Armor All Extreme Shield Ceramic Car Wash. Its like 12 bucks at Walmart. Use it UNDILUTED in a spray bottle or foam cannon. Spray, let dwell 15-30 seconds (less time if in direct sun) and rinse off. Enjoy super beading short term...

Unfortunately, yellowing headlamps are not subject to recalls. The haze tests these lamps must pass only cover a three-year period. There is no doubt that the existing environmental testing regulations have been insufficient since their inception. You are absolutely right about this! Illegal...

Vehicle lighting is a passion of mine alongside car detailing. Its not my day job but on the side I do light testing for research purposes as well as provide services to certain lighting manufacturers and industry lighting experts looking for photometric data on lamps and light sources.

It only sounds silly if you don't understand optics and how light transmittance works with certain plastic materials in both new and aged conditions. Headlamps are safety equipment. They are regulated devices that must meet specific electrical, mechanical, photometric, durability, and...

www.ecfr.gov Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 > Section S6.2.3 Headlamp obstructions > S6.2.3.1 When activated in the steady burning state, headlamps (excluding headlamps mounted on motorcycles) must not have any styling ornament or other feature, such as a translucent cover or...

Sorry, I forget some of you are from other countries. They are illegal here in the U.S. and for good reason.

That product is merely a film, so it remains vulnerable to abrasion (wiping) as well as impacts from sand and debris. I'm glad to hear that it's working for you, but results will likely vary significantly on the other end of the spectrum—particularly for a vehicle driven 75 miles a day on the...

It's right. The thickness variance depends on the lamp supplier and how its applied with their machines. See HERE and HERE for specs from a few hard coat manufacturers.

The most important factor in a headlamp’s performance is ensuring its lens retains full transparency for as long as possible. This maximizes light transmission to the road. Genuine OEM headlamp lenses come with a factory-applied hard coat designed to last three to five years, depending on...

It's all in your head—lol. I used the CG green noodle mitt for years and never had issues with marring or its ability to clean the paint well. It even handled many a RW with excessively dirty paint (dark granite metallic)—the kind that would make most people here clutch their pearls. Honestly, I...

Based on my experience, sprayable products (such as QDs and sealants) labeled as "ceramic" tend to clog MF towels if not laundered promptly. Anything left to cure beyond 24 hours will impact absorbency. I try to make it a habit to immediately throw the towels in the wash. My go-to detergent is...

Value? We're talking a few dollars difference right? $10-$15 for a branded mitt is HARDLY a hit on the wallet. Your talking to a cheap mo-fo here.