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While at Detail Fest, I happen to grab a 3M Headlight Kit. In the past, I have always sanded by hand before polishing by machine...always had great results that way. Today I decided to try the kit. I must say I'm not really a fan. That doesn't mean I wouldn't recommend it...just not for me. As I have said in my "Intro" thread, I'll start taking pics of my work. Today I had a headlight restoration and snapped a few pics.

Products in the steps used:
* 3M 500 grit paper (kit)
* 3M 800 grit paper (kit)
* 1500 grit Fritz scuff pads (which I like)
* Auto Magic XP Compound (Using up old products before buying more)
* Wolfgang TSR
* Klasse sealent

Here it goes....


Passenger side before:
L6.jpg


Passenger side after:
L3.jpg


Driver side before:
L2.jpg


Driver side after:
L7.jpg


Thanks for looking!!!
 
Nice job!! I too did a set of headlights today and do them all by hand. I really need to find a permanent protection for the plastic after I'm finished with them though. I just don't want tons of folks coming back to me if their headlights start clouding up again.
 
Nice work, Jeremy.

I didn't even have to teach you how to do them. :buffing:
 
O.C.Detailing said:
Nice job!! I too did a set of headlights today and do them all by hand. I really need to find a permanent protection for the plastic after I'm finished with them though. I just don't want tons of folks coming back to me if their headlights start clouding up again.
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While not on this pair of headlights, I have used a product that's meant to last a long time on a few other headlight jobs recently. I told those few customers that if they have problems or end up not being satisfied, I'd be happy to redo them at no cost. It's not something AG carries, but if I get good feed-back from it, I'll put in a suggestion.
 
Freekin Kleen said:
While not on this pair of headlights, I have used a product that's meant to last a long time on a few other headlight jobs recently. I told those few customers that if they have problems or end up not being satisfied, I'd be happy to redo them at no cost. It's not something AG carries, but if I get good feed-back from it, I'll put in a suggestion.
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Now thats customer service!

I have never had a client call me for a repeat headlight restoration job. I always use Four Star UPP to seal up headlights after restoration.

I let the client know that I am applying a normal paint sealant and that it should last about 6 months. Again, no problems, but if there were I would get another resto and get paid for the second time.
 
Nice job.
i'm convinced that the only thing that keeps the clarity longer is to apply a clear coating.
There's a great thread that shows the products people are using as well as the technique.
I've been doing a research of my own to find a good clear to apply over the headlights once I'm done with it.
I found a product from the eastwood company that may fit the bill.
While i haven't purchased it yet, it seems to be compatible with plastic as the product description indicates.
The only downside is the price; 50 bucks for 8oz.
That said, the product is very thing and a little bit goes a long way, which is what you want. (Not too thick)

Eastwood Extreme Diamond Clear for Bare Metal

The ultimate clear coat! We asked our chemist to develop a clear coat that is chemically resistant, can withstand high tempearatures and has superior UV protection. And since we had a wish-list, we also added great chip/scratch resistance and compatibility with plastics, bare metal and most paints. If you have been looking for a clear coating that will resist brake fluid, hot fuel and protect most surfaces, yet be nearly invisible, this is the stuff! Perfect on intakes manifolds, engine blocks & wheels, UV sensitive plastic and more. Apply with brush or spray gun, little goes a long way.
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