Why 3M Headlight Restoration Kit > Meguiar's Plastx X 100,000
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You could theoretically use anything oily (Crisco, extra virgin olive oil, fresh Mobile1, etc.) because it will temporarily fill in all the fine scratches and look glossy. The problem is that once it's washed off, it will leave the dry, hazy surface as before. You need something durable to seal it up but still keep that shine. On a side note, I would prefer to not have someone rubbing ATF on any portion of my car.
#62
the 3M kit removes the factory clear coat that comes on the lenses. Its the clear coat that initially hazes due to lack of wax.
The yellowing after the 3m kit is the lens being burned by UV.
Also, the inside is coated with a soft UV coating to protect the bezels from being burned.
you can clean the inside of the lens but you must use EXTREME care
The yellowing after the 3m kit is the lens being burned by UV.
Also, the inside is coated with a soft UV coating to protect the bezels from being burned.
you can clean the inside of the lens but you must use EXTREME care
#63
You could theoretically use anything oily (Crisco, extra virgin olive oil, fresh Mobile1, etc.) because it will temporarily fill in all the fine scratches and look glossy. The problem is that once it's washed off, it will leave the dry, hazy surface as before. You need something durable to seal it up but still keep that shine. On a side note, I would prefer to not have someone rubbing ATF on any portion of my car.
yeh its a temporary solution! and what you think the 3m kit is going to be permament? its going to do the same thing! ATF isnt going to do anything to your headlights! its not going to ruin your 1/4 mile times!
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what can you seal it with after you use the 3M kit?
the 3M kit removes the factory clear coat that comes on the lenses. Its the clear coat that initially hazes due to lack of wax.
The yellowing after the 3m kit is the lens being burned by UV.
Also, the inside is coated with a soft UV coating to protect the bezels from being burned.
you can clean the inside of the lens but you must use EXTREME care
The yellowing after the 3m kit is the lens being burned by UV.
Also, the inside is coated with a soft UV coating to protect the bezels from being burned.
you can clean the inside of the lens but you must use EXTREME care
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^+1.
Really that's the best solution. I just did the 3M kit because I had a little free time, my lights needed it, and I was concerned about baking them with clear coat on (no idea if that's a justifiable concern )
After I get done with my retrofit, I'll be having them professionally done.
Really that's the best solution. I just did the 3M kit because I had a little free time, my lights needed it, and I was concerned about baking them with clear coat on (no idea if that's a justifiable concern )
After I get done with my retrofit, I'll be having them professionally done.
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I never said my method was a permanent solution much less that ATF ruined 1/4 mile times. Nothing will last forever as long as it sees sunlight. Believe me, if I could find something that outlasted the life of most cars, I'd be applying for a patent. I'm sure my sealant will last at least 1 year with proper care. If the ATF works for you, by all means keep rockin' it. I'd be careful in getting fluids on your paint and trim, especially if you keep your car detailed.
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