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Old Oct 23, 2010 | 10:24 PM
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Fogging in headlights?

I have an 04 coupe and have had an issue for a while where the interior of the headlights appear to be fogged up. Any thoughts of how to fix this issue? I included some pictures of what I am referring to. Thanks!
 
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Old Oct 24, 2010 | 08:10 AM
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First thing I would do is check the vent on the back of the headlight housing. When doing my retro, I popped the cap on vent and there were spiderwebs in there. If you have some sort of blockage, it could prevent the housing from venting properly. You also may have some sort of leak in the housing itself.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2010 | 10:35 AM
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It may just be the lens. Try to buff it out with some rubbing compound/polish and see if it slightly clears up a bit. If it gets really bad, do some wetsanding.

Also, next time, use the search, as this is been discussed.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2010 | 02:18 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions. I'll give them a shot.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2010 | 02:18 PM
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its from the sunnn i had this problem too i just buffed it out and put clear bra on it
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 12:42 PM
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Thanks guys for the suggestions. I went out and bought Maguires Plastix which worked great. The lights aren't 100% perfect but they are MUCH better.
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 10:49 PM
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No problem. If they get REALLY bad one day, check out the 3m headlight restoration kit. I personally don't have any experience with it, but people seem to rave about that product.
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 11:20 PM
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I guess it was a easy fix lol... I had the same problem i went to a local detailing shop they said $200 and they will clear it up i was like ... lol... I didint bother trying myself i just sold the headlights and bought 06 projectors for 300/pair
 
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Old Nov 9, 2010 | 12:06 PM
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i hate it when this happens.. i am thinking about getting some screen protector on it
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 07:20 AM
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I guess it was a easy fix lol... I had the same problem i went to a local detailing shop they said $200 and they will clear it up i was like ... lol... I didint bother trying myself i just sold the headlights and bought 06 projectors for 300/pair
Where did you get 06 projectors for $300 a pair?!

 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 07:54 AM
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^^^^^ got them local down here ( I'm from toronto ) ... They were listed on craigslist I was actually surprised as soon as I saw the listing... Right away called up the guy went over and grabbed them... I got lucky because the day before I was going to make a payment for a set on ebay which was about 560 US plus shipping, currency exchange, duties and brokerage ... imagine I bought those and then seen the ones local LOL ...
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 01:00 PM
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alittle elbow grease usually cures the headlight problems...as far as getting replacements(06+ projectors) i have them a my dispose for 550.00 brand new stock and 600.00 in flat black..300.00 is a great deal and u can come across deals like this every once in a while...keep ur eyes open for deals..theyre out there
 
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