Walmart Headlight Restoration
#1
Walmart Headlight Restoration
For the last couple weeks ive been looking for a way to make my headlights clear again. At night they look like absolute ****, with yellow stains and fog (during the day they look clean tho). I just found out tho walmart has a headlight restoration service for $50 that lasts for ~2 years. Was wondering anybody try them? They do a good job?
EDIT: Bought Turtle Wax instead. See Post#16 for results and info.
EDIT: Bought Turtle Wax instead. See Post#16 for results and info.
Last edited by Mark2K8; 05-06-2011 at 06:15 PM.
#2
For the last couple weeks ive been looking for a way to make my headlights clear again. At night they look like absolute ****, with yellow stains and fog (during the day they look clean tho). I just found out tho walmart has a headlight restoration service for $50 that lasts for ~2 years. Was wondering anybody try them? They do a good job?
#3
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/acc...er=220968_0_0_
I used this myself a few weeks ago worked great was really happy with the result. I did a non drill headlight restoration kit and it was a pain and didnt work 1/4 as well. The 3m kit is the way to go and you can get it at autozone.
I used this myself a few weeks ago worked great was really happy with the result. I did a non drill headlight restoration kit and it was a pain and didnt work 1/4 as well. The 3m kit is the way to go and you can get it at autozone.
#4
#5
The main ingredient in headlight cleaners is a polish... no different than toothpaste. Just take 1/2 teaspoon of toothpaste and rub it onto your headlight with light pressure. Use a moist towel and rub it in circular motion. The headlight should be done in 30-45 seconds, then just move to the next one with another 1/2 teaspoon of toothpaste. Take a clean, wet cloth and wipe off the toothpaste once you're doe, then rinse the headlight very well, dry, and apply a good sealant like Collinite 845. I also apply Collinite 845 to my windshield every year just before winter sets in. You should be good for 1 year at $.15 max.
I've been doing this for the last 10 years and it works as well as the expensive materials.
I've been doing this for the last 10 years and it works as well as the expensive materials.
#6
For the last couple weeks ive been looking for a way to make my headlights clear again. At night they look like absolute ****, with yellow stains and fog (during the day they look clean tho). I just found out tho walmart has a headlight restoration service for $50 that lasts for ~2 years. Was wondering anybody try them? They do a good job?
Mine here in Az were looking very bad.
Had Wallyworld do mine ( only cost $35 here ) and they came out looking great.
Although, I will try one of the less expensive methods next time...
#7
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/acc...er=220968_0_0_
I used this myself a few weeks ago worked great was really happy with the result. I did a non drill headlight restoration kit and it was a pain and didnt work 1/4 as well. The 3m kit is the way to go and you can get it at autozone.
I used this myself a few weeks ago worked great was really happy with the result. I did a non drill headlight restoration kit and it was a pain and didnt work 1/4 as well. The 3m kit is the way to go and you can get it at autozone.
The main ingredient in headlight cleaners is a polish... no different than toothpaste. Just take 1/2 teaspoon of toothpaste and rub it onto your headlight with light pressure. Use a moist towel and rub it in circular motion. The headlight should be done in 30-45 seconds, then just move to the next one with another 1/2 teaspoon of toothpaste. Take a clean, wet cloth and wipe off the toothpaste once you're doe, then rinse the headlight very well, dry, and apply a good sealant like Collinite 845. I also apply Collinite 845 to my windshield every year just before winter sets in. You should be good for 1 year at $.15 max.
I've been doing this for the last 10 years and it works as well as the expensive materials.
I've been doing this for the last 10 years and it works as well as the expensive materials.
i think ima try it tomorrow. if im not happy with it ill tell them whats up
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#8
I tried toothpaste a couple months back when I first got my car. It had light fog. It kinda cleaned it up, but it returned to normal state a couple weeks later. I tried it again today, and it really ****ed up my headlights this time (not sure why). It fogged them up even more.
#11
Use some Meguiars M105 and a foam applicator. Takes some elbow grease but it works great! Heres a link: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...s-on-a-budget/
#12
#13
I used Turtle headlight restore kit, from Walmart $8.
Before:
After:
Not the best pictures (taken on different days and such) but it gives you an idea. Cheaper to get a kit and do it yourself. I noticed a very big difference; they were much clearer afterwards. I was able to remove alot of the oxidation/yellowing on the surface of the lights.
Now to find a way to clear up the clearance strip..
Before:
After:
Not the best pictures (taken on different days and such) but it gives you an idea. Cheaper to get a kit and do it yourself. I noticed a very big difference; they were much clearer afterwards. I was able to remove alot of the oxidation/yellowing on the surface of the lights.
Now to find a way to clear up the clearance strip..
#14
I used Turtle headlight restore kit, from Walmart $8.
Before:
After:
Not the best pictures (taken on different days and such) but it gives you an idea. Cheaper to get a kit and do it yourself. I noticed a very big difference; they were much clearer afterwards. I was able to remove alot of the oxidation/yellowing on the surface of the lights.
Now to find a way to clear up the clearance strip..
Before:
After:
Not the best pictures (taken on different days and such) but it gives you an idea. Cheaper to get a kit and do it yourself. I noticed a very big difference; they were much clearer afterwards. I was able to remove alot of the oxidation/yellowing on the surface of the lights.
Now to find a way to clear up the clearance strip..