Genius Method! Clean Your Faded Headlights Like Crystal in 5 Minutes

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  • Опубліковано 6 бер 2023
  • Car headlights fade and age over time. Faded headlights are difficult to clean. Expensive sanders or polishers are required. Therefore, not everyone can clean their faded headlights. In this video we show you how to clean your faded headlights without these expensive machines. We showed you step by step how to prepare a mixture with lemon, toothpaste, baking soda and soap. These materials can be found in every home. Therefore, you can easily clean your faded headlights by watching this video. Don't waste your money.
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  • @paradoxworkshop4659
    @paradoxworkshop4659 7 місяців тому +178

    Am I the only one that really wanted the vegetable peeler to get used on the plastic?

    • @watchdogu.s.a.8973
      @watchdogu.s.a.8973 7 місяців тому

      Here you go... they used a sort of potato peeler... ok, they scraped them... the results are stunning after 20 minutes per headlight.
      ua-cam.com/video/q09u2zpfl6U/v-deo.html&pp=ygUrMjAxMiBIeXVuZGFpIGF1dG9tYXRpYyBoZWFkbGlnaHQgYWRqdXN0bWVudA%3D%3D

    • @gweedomurray9923
      @gweedomurray9923 2 місяці тому +3

      LOL ! Peel that yellow off like peeling a "cadillac" (cataract)

    • @freeroamification
      @freeroamification Місяць тому +2

      No!

    • @taserface9073
      @taserface9073 29 днів тому +6

      Nope. It’s why I click on this video.

    • @raymondrawlings842
      @raymondrawlings842 26 днів тому +3

      Yeah, that was why I clicked on the video. Wanted to see how that worked.

  • @MindResonator
    @MindResonator 10 місяців тому +666

    I love that the description says clean your lightS in 5 minutes and then the video says 2x20 minutes of scrubbing per light. In reality it should say "clean headlights in 1h20" 😅
    Also, unless you put a UV protection lacker on afterwards, you'll be doing this every year 😉

    • @johndowe7003
      @johndowe7003 10 місяців тому +11

      Not unless you use a electric buffing wheel

    • @wittekPL
      @wittekPL 9 місяців тому +14

      Video dosent mention buffing wheel, what are you trying to prove?

    • @zdzisawzdzichu772
      @zdzisawzdzichu772 9 місяців тому +6

      dobre na tydzien

    • @colintavui7149
      @colintavui7149 9 місяців тому +21

      800 grit wet rub sandpaper the headlamp,than spray 2pac basecoat clear over,problem sorted 🎉

    • @martinkuo1380
      @martinkuo1380 8 місяців тому +17

      5 min😊to watch😢2 hours😢 to shine it

  • @MrBigR928
    @MrBigR928 10 місяців тому +126

    I just grabbed my little jar of Mothers wheel polish & cheap buffing pad on the ol'trusty cordless & voila! Wipe clean & hit it with the Meguiar's clear coat spray sealant (2 coats) & done! Still clear since last year👍🏿

    • @db13401
      @db13401 Місяць тому +6

      Exactly what I came to say

    • @travisjazzbo3490
      @travisjazzbo3490 Місяць тому +7

      And unlike this guy, your process probably actually was closer to 5 minutes!

    • @WidowMaker3786
      @WidowMaker3786 Місяць тому +1

      this is the correct way to do headlights

    • @ChronicSensei
      @ChronicSensei Місяць тому

      @@WidowMaker3786 It looks good. Id like to try it myself, but I just looked up prices for those pads and they aren't cheap lol. I have the five hundred grit disks, but not the 800s or the finishing pad. Those ones just like he said in the video are pretty pricey. I was maybe going to see if I could use sand paper cut round like a disk and attached to maybe a cloth that would adhere to my disk sander, but I have yet to figure something out. Will figure it out eventually though lol.

    • @WidowMaker3786
      @WidowMaker3786 Місяць тому

      @@ChronicSenseiwhat pads are you talking about?

  • @davidedwards4552
    @davidedwards4552 6 місяців тому +77

    Agreed, with a lot of the comments on here. There are perfectly good headlight restoration products on sale that will do the same job in much less time. In fact, I've just finished my partners car, both lights in 20 minutes flat with a shop bought kit.
    The issues doing this though are as others have said, this is really only a temporary fix, no matter if you treat them with lacquer or other "protective finishes" the elements and road conditions (small stones, dust etc) will always have a detrimental effect. Bring back glass headlights as one other wizened commenter put

    • @daniel-wf4fl
      @daniel-wf4fl 5 місяців тому +2

      What’s the name of the product you bought?

    • @davidedwards4552
      @davidedwards4552 5 місяців тому +5

      @@daniel-wf4fl
      I used the streetwise headlight restoration kit from Halfords. I would though suggest this, use the kit as directed, but don't use the sanding pads on a drill, use them by hand for a better result. A drill spins / rotates, for the best results, use the pads. but, use them left to right across the light on the first pass, then, up and down. Do this with each grit from harshest to to smoothest. The results are amazing, and, honestly, it takes no time at all. Just keep the light and sanding discs wet at all times while you use them.

    • @gweedomurray9923
      @gweedomurray9923 2 місяці тому

      I may just put some glass panels over my plastic headlamps.

  • @WiilyDerbbinphlatte
    @WiilyDerbbinphlatte Рік тому +1827

    And I remember back in the day we never had this problem with glass headlights on cars.

    • @aladrasullivan9018
      @aladrasullivan9018 Рік тому +53

      Exactly right!

    • @LesA.R.6568
      @LesA.R.6568 Рік тому +28

      The truth ain't never been so funny.

    • @johnvaldes8725
      @johnvaldes8725 Рік тому

      And they call it "progress". Plastic will be the death of our Mother Earth!

    • @WiilyDerbbinphlatte
      @WiilyDerbbinphlatte Рік тому +23

      @@RLMonsterA380 and your point is?

    • @WiilyDerbbinphlatte
      @WiilyDerbbinphlatte Рік тому +106

      @@RLMonsterA380 stuff back in "the day" was much better than it is today. Didn't have these kinds of issues and problems.

  • @mark1nyc
    @mark1nyc Рік тому +416

    People need to understand, without some form of protection it will fade again in a few days. After cleaning like this, a uv coating should be applied (periodically) to maintain its appearance. Meguiars has a spray specifically for headlights that is applied 2-4x a year.

    • @jarack3256
      @jarack3256 Рік тому +29

      Or just look to find a headlight assembly that has a glass lens, instead of plastic, and you'll never have this problem to begin with.

    • @sunilkumar-nz2mf
      @sunilkumar-nz2mf Рік тому +6

      ​@@jarack3256 one small crash or touch of other vehicles... that glass will shatter into pieces 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @krazytroutcatcher
      @krazytroutcatcher Рік тому +13

      @@sunilkumar-nz2mf We’ve only been using plastic for around 20 years, before that they were all glass, they could take a heavy impact before breaking.
      Although to honest, I do prefer plastic over glass.

    • @sunilkumar-nz2mf
      @sunilkumar-nz2mf Рік тому +5

      @@krazytroutcatcher past is past... We should understand why they shifted from glass to plastic... upgradation.

    • @krazytroutcatcher
      @krazytroutcatcher Рік тому +23

      @@sunilkumar-nz2mf Not necessarily upgrade, but cheaper and faster production.
      I haven’t checked, but I wouldn’t be surprised if more prestigious vehicles still use glass.

  • @seraphaeton
    @seraphaeton 25 хвилин тому

    Highly Underrated Video! NO Toxic Chemicals and Easy to do! Bravo and Thank You! 👍👏👏👏

  • @drdoc7508
    @drdoc7508 10 місяців тому +10

    Good info.. I use wetsandpaper and then use 2K clear paint.. works wonders and lasts "years"

  • @johnwhitaker545
    @johnwhitaker545 Рік тому +576

    Clean your faded headlights like crystal in 5 minutes in 40 minutes

    • @Grythpyke
      @Grythpyke Рік тому +15

      It's better than that, try 2.24 minutes 😂

    • @johnwhitaker545
      @johnwhitaker545 Рік тому +5

      @@Grythpyke that would require time travel lol

    • @ryanvalentino-pickett8286
      @ryanvalentino-pickett8286 Рік тому +8

      Hilarious I was thinking the same thing

    • @chrissmith7730
      @chrissmith7730 Рік тому +2

      😂😂

    • @toddwelch6774
      @toddwelch6774 Рік тому +16

      Doesn't show the additional sanding and clarification chemicals added off camera to get it that clear

  • @oxyfee6486
    @oxyfee6486 Рік тому +11

    I used Mothers Mag Aluminum Polish, works great

  • @chrishard7616
    @chrishard7616 7 місяців тому +80

    You need to spray the finished item with a hard clear varnish such as Rustins two part floor polish. It’s super clear, hard and resists UV. Most new headlight lenses are coated with clear at manufacture but it erodes away during use.

    • @chrishard7616
      @chrishard7616 7 місяців тому +3

      It’s Rustins Plastic Coating not floor polish.

    • @mattiebrascomb1461
      @mattiebrascomb1461 5 місяців тому +2

      ​@@yourpokemontrainer1905thats correct i restore them i wish i can upload pics but i sand them down in steps then clear them with automotive clear coat that lasts for a long time ⌛️

    • @0utcast
      @0utcast 2 місяці тому

      @@chrishard7616. Ooooh that explains why bona didnt work lol

  • @henssouu
    @henssouu 5 місяців тому +2

    Thanks, it worked out great for me ! But I also used some clear coat

  • @jeffreyolivito8810
    @jeffreyolivito8810 Рік тому +219

    As a detailer , it all depends on how long the plastic has been exposed to UV rays and how deep the damage is below the surface of the lens ..You can only go so deep and after that it’s never the same !!

    • @alanrichardson9175
      @alanrichardson9175 Рік тому +64

      But as a detailer, as you and I are, It depends on what technic you use for this process.If you use this remedy? It may work for you.But my process is to wetsand the lens with 1200, 1500 ,2000 sand paper ,depending on the degree of oxidation, then buff with a buffer after compounding with heavy cutting compound,Clean and spray with a can of Clearcoat from auto paint store and waLa perfection ,Headlights will be like brand new.

    • @waynebinky
      @waynebinky 11 місяців тому +16

      I read that "as a dealer" and thought yeah, WD40 and let the customer worry about it a week from now :)

    • @sfcoawol6273
      @sfcoawol6273 10 місяців тому +13

      @@katrinameckler2473 its not about how long. Its how deep. Your going to sand with the roughest grit first until all oxidation has been sanded off. Each grit after that is just to take the scratches of the previous out.. its because its allot easier to polish out 2000 grit scratches then it is to polish 1200 grit scratches

    • @marxkartredge
      @marxkartredge 9 місяців тому +6

      That's what she said😂

    • @ELEVOPR
      @ELEVOPR 8 місяців тому +2

      That's what she said 😂

  • @justincase2281
    @justincase2281 7 місяців тому +42

    And because of the toothpaste, it leaves your headlights minty fresh!!😁👍
    Good job. Looks good!

  • @pokechopachunky2905
    @pokechopachunky2905 10 місяців тому +6

    You can use cutting wax and a buffer too. It works amazing. Makes the lights look new

    • @MojoPup
      @MojoPup 10 місяців тому

      Cutting Wax? Never heard of that, thanks.

    • @cytherians
      @cytherians 8 місяців тому

      What about diamond paste?

  • @AmazingSmart-ngth
    @AmazingSmart-ngth 3 місяці тому

    Thanks a lot for showing us many tips for doing our day easier and funny.🤩🤩

  • @DavidJones-vh5py
    @DavidJones-vh5py Рік тому +61

    I still believe the best method is wet sanding with 500 grit til even and smooth and all old clearcoat is removed then wet sand with 800 grit and then wet sand with 3000 grit polish pad and apply a uv protectant coating comes out perfect every time

    • @grooberd9773
      @grooberd9773 Рік тому +1

      Полностью с вами согласен. Зачем изобретать велосипед?

    • @valantis981
      @valantis981 Рік тому

      very well said but better not use so rought grit, go with lighter. I usually use 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000 grit (wet sanding) and after a good washing of the area, a polishing pad with a drill and is like new!

    • @DavidJones-vh5py
      @DavidJones-vh5py Рік тому +2

      @@valantis981 using the rougher grits makes quick work of imperfections old clear coat otherwise it takes a very long time thats unnecessary

    • @chrisbetts6194
      @chrisbetts6194 Рік тому +2

      I had a Chrysler mini van I used for work that developed bad head light clouding. I tried a few different things including a store bought named brand kit. I had to do your method with 500 grit on the drill sanding tool that came with the store kit. It was the only thing that worked. If you have heavy fogging your way is 100% spot on, including the UV protectant. If you don't add the UV protectant the fogging will come back in a few months.

    • @MrMojabo
      @MrMojabo Рік тому

      Forget the sanding g just polish it. Wipe it down. No wax that will turn out white again. Use a polish cleaner like Megures commercial stuff

  • @zorsenothorse
    @zorsenothorse Рік тому +85

    4000 grit sandpaper then 5000 grit sandpaper, make sure to use soapy water on the sandpaper and headlight, dont go in circles go in up and down strokes then side to side, after you can put some ceramic coating, make sure it's one with UV protection, put two coats let first dry for a day then come back tomorrow and do a second, will last for years :)

    • @halvaraspegren7635
      @halvaraspegren7635 Рік тому +4

      and its about as quick and cheap as this actually but a lot better.

    • @scott75046
      @scott75046 Рік тому

      Why up-down and left-right rather than in circles?

    • @Leon-kf4rw
      @Leon-kf4rw Рік тому

      That's the problem . Alot of methods will wipe the fog off the light . Many won't last long at all !

    • @4cylfreak46
      @4cylfreak46 Рік тому

      Lmao 4k and above is unnecessary a good 3m compound will take out anything 2k or over with a pass or 2 with ease. Then just hit it with a nice coat of tech wax or ceramic coat.

    • @2dach
      @2dach 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@4cylfreak46
      What kind of 3M compound. They make several. Thanks!

  • @Boss_Geralt
    @Boss_Geralt Місяць тому +1

    Excellent, I will try this on my older car soon. Great video

  • @jrYoutube1
    @jrYoutube1 8 місяців тому +4

    Apply a clear sticker film after or a clear coat for long lasting results

  • @Terrestrial..1
    @Terrestrial..1 5 місяців тому +7

    I just did both of my (unwarrantable) car lenses with warm water and some JIFF oven cleaner paste, 5 minutes total (put some effort into it) rinsed off with the hose then dried with a cotton cloth, now they're like new 😁 Ps: I also have a can of Clear coat paint so may give it a couple of coats, (mask them off first so you don't get over spray) first wait a good hr for them to dry completely or it may bubble, (also wait for the first application to dry before applying the second one then leave for rest of the day to harden before next car wash).

  • @dexterousx92
    @dexterousx92 Рік тому +3

    *This video presents an effective method that can be widely employed, rendering it highly advantageous. The utilization of commonplace household items in this method also makes it economically feasible, thus making it a viable option for most individuals. Additionally, the method has yielded promising outcomes, thereby further adding to its merit.*

  • @pattyd8480
    @pattyd8480 5 місяців тому

    I got excellent results with Mothers Mag and Aluminum polish on my 2007 Pontiac headlight lenses with hand polishing only.

  • @J2A61
    @J2A61 9 місяців тому

    Deep woods Deat bug (off) works just as well. My 62 yr old mother sprayed her own and they look new again. I was impressed. Her lenses are plastic

  • @frankdanfelt7059
    @frankdanfelt7059 Рік тому +12

    You can buy a can of "Off" bug repellent and do the same thing. It might take several applications but it works. Make sure you purchase the one in the green can.

    • @Terry-pm7fw
      @Terry-pm7fw Рік тому +2

      Oh God no! You will ruin headlights like that!

    • @kualua6612
      @kualua6612 Рік тому +3

      @@Terry-pm7fw Yeah but it won’t have to worry about mosquito bites.

    • @petercutting6126
      @petercutting6126 Рік тому +1

      And does this work for a few weeks, like most of the "clever" suggestions on here ?

    • @Terry-pm7fw
      @Terry-pm7fw Рік тому +1

      @Peter Cutting Not really... see? The problem is It's an OEM coating that you have to remove hence the sanding. This will cost you hundreds of dollars in new headlights

  • @AS-pm2ng
    @AS-pm2ng Рік тому +28

    As soon as it dries it's going to haze. Just taking the yellow off isn't going to fix it.
    Also, once you clear it, you have to wax and buff it with a UV protective wax like finish 2001 (orange bottle) or it will get even worse than before. Here in Florida this is common. I recommend wet sanding them first the. Use a headlight restorer kit from the auto parts store (the kind that go on a cordless drill and do it the right way.

    • @pnandrup
      @pnandrup Рік тому +2

      I agree this mix is like a bad sand paper, it will oxides twice as fast you open,the fibers in the plastic, you can sand it down put on som polish ore ceramic product, when polis is gone the plastic caps vi be worse, by a new ones the are super cheap. That’s the only way.

    • @justletmetravel
      @justletmetravel Рік тому

      5 minutes hmmmm

    • @GottaHandItToDani
      @GottaHandItToDani Рік тому

      What grit sandpaper would you suggest?

    • @The1Real1Cheese
      @The1Real1Cheese Рік тому +3

      ​@@GottaHandItToDani go watch chris fix's video on it. He goes ham on cleaning headlight or basically
      anything

    • @GottaHandItToDani
      @GottaHandItToDani Рік тому

      @@The1Real1Cheese thank you!

  • @dirtydeagle9938
    @dirtydeagle9938 9 місяців тому +16

    As an auto detailer, the best fix for this is to have them wet sanded with wet or dry 1,000 grit then hitting them with automotive clear coat they'll never go dull again.

    • @CaliCowboy805
      @CaliCowboy805 8 місяців тому +5

      Not true the clear coat doesn't last forever.

    • @thatguy83ful
      @thatguy83ful 8 місяців тому

      Definetlt the better method. Although the clear coat flakes off 3 years later. Still thats the best method too. And you can tint the clear with black and spray the tailights for a nice tinted look.

    • @alneg6234
      @alneg6234 8 місяців тому +1

      never say never

    • @wtrbflo72
      @wtrbflo72 8 місяців тому +1

      @@alneg6234 Yep! Never is an awfully long time.

    • @frznrrfan.frznrrfan102
      @frznrrfan.frznrrfan102 7 місяців тому +1

      1000 grit..😅 better go 1200, 1500,2000 then buff with Polish. 1000 grit that's funny..

  • @PaulB58
    @PaulB58 10 місяців тому

    I use autosol metal polish works great very quick thanks for video

  • @mbbjkb
    @mbbjkb 3 місяці тому +14

    40+ mins, not 5....deceptive title

  • @Dano-MX5
    @Dano-MX5 Рік тому +109

    That’s a lot of work! Buy a $10 3” foam drill pad set and $5 container of Mothers Aluminum Wheel Polish and with very little effort you can make both headlights look new in 15 minutes. That’s what I did and then I apply a coating of Meguires Gold Class Liquid Wax every other car wash (5 minutes tops) and they look great after 2 years.

    • @hendrikdebruin4012
      @hendrikdebruin4012 Рік тому +6

      None of which are for sale in Africa.

    • @thecountsaintgermaine7937
      @thecountsaintgermaine7937 Рік тому

      ​@@hendrikdebruin4012 use whitening toothpaste and a sponge. Ideally, get one of the foam pads that you can attach to a drill.

    • @My-Pal-Hal
      @My-Pal-Hal Рік тому +3

      ​@@hendrikdebruin4012
      That's not entirely true.
      Depending on where in Africa. And interest access. There's always eBay 😊

    • @mstrdiver
      @mstrdiver 11 місяців тому +1

      I also found that using the cleaner called the Pink Stuff and a large cellulose sponge does a great job buffing out the haze. Just rinse off the headlamps with plain water when done.
      After researching headlamp sealers, I went with a recommendation from CNET called Cerakote. I liked that there was no need for buffing wheels, etc. UA-cam has links for it and how to apply the product, so I won't list it here. I used it on my 2014 Toyota Sequoia and loved the results.

    • @logan5326
      @logan5326 7 місяців тому

      @@hendrikdebruin4012…i used zebra or hippo’s dung, and it works just fine too. 🇿🇼✊🏿

  • @malcolmmarzo2461
    @malcolmmarzo2461 Місяць тому +5

    Thank you. A lot of Americans don't understand that not everybody can spend a lot for a kit, so home made solutions are the way to go, even if it takes more time.

  • @rotvikbenn7137
    @rotvikbenn7137 6 місяців тому +41

    Headlight polishing is a hobby of mine and I do it for friends (I don't take money ). I think I can recognize headlights oxidized by the weather. This looks like an artfully applied layer of something. If you look closely you can see in some places how the yellow stuff had a tendency to run off. My advice is : don't experiment and buy some headlight polishing kit. Even the basic ones which are not expensive and have guaranteed results. This on the video is more of a pass/fail lottery.

    • @NibblesTheNibbler
      @NibblesTheNibbler 6 місяців тому +4

      That's what I was thinking. It looks like some yellow crap was applied to it. It doesn't look like actual oxidation

    • @triciaskiles
      @triciaskiles 4 місяці тому

      do you have a video on restoring them? I'd love to see how you do it, thanks!

    • @BLOCKsignallingUK
      @BLOCKsignallingUK Місяць тому

      egg white

  • @ok-tz3vw
    @ok-tz3vw 6 місяців тому +3

    First coated the headlight with egg and then recorded the video. Well done!

    • @pisklak77
      @pisklak77 3 місяці тому

      that is what i seen too. freaking liers!!!!

  • @pacobacchus9118
    @pacobacchus9118 6 місяців тому

    I did the restoration of 4 headlights in a car 23 years old, and now are better than 15 years ago when I bought the car.
    The procedure was using sand paper with water, 600, 1.200, and 2.000. After that another polishing with detergent and baking soda. Cleaning all with water and after dried and extra WD40 coat with kitchen paper.
    Tonight driving headlights performed like new.

  • @matjoe272
    @matjoe272 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow. Like magic. Gotta giv this a try!! Thank you for sharing. 😊

  • @CraigGrant-sh3in
    @CraigGrant-sh3in Рік тому +21

    You need to apply a protective coating when done to keep them clear longer .

    • @ddanze
      @ddanze 10 місяців тому +1

      Do you recommend a product for doing this coating?

    • @Thunderbyrd.
      @Thunderbyrd. 8 місяців тому

      ceramic @@ddanze

  • @dustin3700
    @dustin3700 Рік тому +4

    Or spend $20 on a kit that will come with protection for the plastic so it doesn't fade so quickly. You can apply a 2k clear coat to the plastic after polishing and it will last years.

  • @JaredElliott1
    @JaredElliott1 Місяць тому +1

    I too use a tater peeler to scrape away the haze! And after the plastic is completely gone it never hazes again! Genius!

  • @redbarchetta8782
    @redbarchetta8782 5 місяців тому

    What I found that works perfectly right out of the tube is Peek Multipurpose Cleaner. It works better than any kit or other recommended fixes I ever came across. No mixing, no hard abrasives, just a cloth and Peek and some elbow action.
    "Peek Multipurpose Cleaner: Peek polish has been a part of many households around the world for years, including Buckingham Palace! Peek Polish cleans, polishes and protects nearly all metals, including ceramics and fiberglass, plus it leaves an anti-oxidant protective barrier to keep your items shiny and clean for a longer period of time."

  • @hrdinabrump62
    @hrdinabrump62 Рік тому +18

    The most important thing is to put protection layer, otherwise soon plastic degrades. But still you can clean it again, with whatever suitable paste you find.

    • @user-kw3st3ri6s
      @user-kw3st3ri6s Рік тому +2

      This is exactly what i'd like to say....That's a garbage..

  • @user-ho9cg8mh6q
    @user-ho9cg8mh6q Рік тому +27

    Мортышкин труд!

  • @Bruce-vq7ni
    @Bruce-vq7ni 8 місяців тому +1

    Eucryl smokers tooth powder buffed on works great 👍

  • @paulsikora5623
    @paulsikora5623 8 місяців тому

    amazing result

  • @vladimir5079
    @vladimir5079 Місяць тому +32

    Рабочая тема, сделал так как у автора, так у меня даже трещины с фары исчезли и динамика улучшилась за счёт меньшего сопротивления)

    • @ptn-vr22
      @ptn-vr22 Місяць тому +2

      Говорят, так даже "паучка" с лобового стекла можно убрать, только вручную тереть долго, поэтому надо болгаркой сначала поверхность подготовить.

    • @Minixanski
      @Minixanski Місяць тому +6

      Экономия бенза 50%😂

    • @ptn-vr22
      @ptn-vr22 Місяць тому +5

      @@Minixanski до 87% при 70% явке)

    • @Minixanski
      @Minixanski Місяць тому

      @@ptn-vr22 если за рулём рауфик🤣

    • @user-dv1nr8sb2v
      @user-dv1nr8sb2v Місяць тому +2

      Прочитал динамики улучшелись)

  • @joeystokes8288
    @joeystokes8288 3 місяці тому +9

    Boy, what the name of God are you doing??? I've been detailing cars 20 years, I've never seen no crap like this! I have a three-step process to do this and the results are spot on every time! I've never seen nothing like this before!

    • @criconinvestments7723
      @criconinvestments7723 3 місяці тому +4

      What's the process?

    • @JSki-jn5vj
      @JSki-jn5vj 3 місяці тому +5

      Yes, show us please..

    • @zzhughesd
      @zzhughesd 2 місяці тому

      Headlight Restoration channel UA-cam @@JSki-jn5vj

    • @SyntheticStuntMan
      @SyntheticStuntMan 2 місяці тому +2

      @@JSki-jn5vj I have a two step process. 1. use mothers mag and aluminum polish to clean off the yellow (using a drill with a cleaning wheel will speed things up) wipe off residue. 2. apply a quality car wax and buff off. done.

    • @crystalnelson7250
      @crystalnelson7250 Місяць тому +1

      Thx

  • @Workerbee-zy5nx
    @Workerbee-zy5nx 7 місяців тому +1

    Team work makes the dweam work. 🤓👍

  • @tommyfinch5390
    @tommyfinch5390 Місяць тому

    All you need is Turtle Wax "Chrome Cleaner & Polish" (green bottle) and some elbow grease. Did both mine in about a half hour. Just about all of these suggestions on what to use to clean them, is exactly what is turning the lenses yellow. Built up wax baked on.👍

  • @ack0011
    @ack0011 Рік тому +11

    I did mine in real life 5 minutes with super fine steel wool then windex and a paper towel.. I came up with the idea on my own

  • @eddiebirdie1545
    @eddiebirdie1545 Місяць тому +5

    It's amazing how easily coffee painted on beforehand washes off 😂.

    • @sc8307
      @sc8307 14 днів тому +1

      And how 40 minutes somehow equals 5 minutes.

  • @MotinQ
    @MotinQ 3 місяці тому +1

    When you manage to polish the surface of this type of material until it is crystal clear, it is mandatory to apply a transparent varnish with ultraviolet protection for plastics, this way the transparency will last at least 3 years. However, then you will have to use some type of sanding more aggressive than toothpaste.

  • @phoenix21studios
    @phoenix21studios Рік тому +7

    The ONLY way to fix headlights is to remove the oxidized layer, smooth the surface with wet sand paper or buffing compound safe on plastic and THEN you MUST protect the plastic with a UV blocker. I had success with UV blocking clear coat spray paint.

  • @teresaphillips4250
    @teresaphillips4250 Рік тому +4

    I am inexperienced and although I looked at several videos and tried a couple of methods, I gave up. I'm a 62 year old woman and the weather conditions in the South can be brutal in the summer. The car dealership did mine and within 45 minutes they looked new and have stayed looking good for nearly 3 years. It was worth the $150.

    • @welierdugan
      @welierdugan 10 місяців тому

      Ablam 62 yaşındasın boşver araba farını.

  • @CoolIdeasDIY-qv1nz
    @CoolIdeasDIY-qv1nz 7 місяців тому +1

    Good job, colleague👍👍👍

  • @Bayuhutamamotor
    @Bayuhutamamotor 2 місяці тому

    Terimakasih sudah berbagi ilmu yang sangat bermanfaat sekali kawan👍👍

  • @LapekGarage
    @LapekGarage Рік тому +4

    Jest poprawa natomiast tylko zdjęta została warstwa żółtego osadu. Klosz aby był bardziej wyrazisty trzeba poczęstować papierami wodnymi. Na koniec korekta maszynowa. Ale jak na domowy sposób bardzo dobra robota 🖐️🙂🇵🇱

    • @SB-fk4sj
      @SB-fk4sj Рік тому +1

      Obejrzyj to video jeszcze raz i zobacz jak widać że ta lampa była czymś pomalowana to normalnie widać

    • @LapekGarage
      @LapekGarage Рік тому +2

      @@SB-fk4sj To tak wyglada jak by skredowała sie warstwa fabrycznej powłoki z filtrem uv. Żółte zeszło ale jakieś pozostałosci zostały już bez żółtego nalotu. Czasem robię takie korekty lamp. Pozdrowionka.

  • @user-jk4lh4gc9m
    @user-jk4lh4gc9m Рік тому +209

    5 раз в день такое упражнение делай, спина не будет болеть😂

    • @grooberd9773
      @grooberd9773 Рік тому +2

      😂😂😂

    • @Arman-ux6uj
      @Arman-ux6uj Рік тому +3

      Да чёт не верится

    • @Leonidas.53
      @Leonidas.53 Рік тому +4

      ​​@@Arman-ux6uj я просто зубной пастой,раз в год и всё отлично, 2 фары минут 10 -15 и как новые,на тряпочку пасту и натираю, немного воды,потом смываю.

    • @user-hm9mw9ok5p
      @user-hm9mw9ok5p Рік тому +3

      😂😂😂 юмор в точку. Я попробовал. Ради интереса эксперимента. Толку никакого. Время потерял. Наоборот жир смыл и все царапины ещё виднее стали. Пластик твёрже губки. Развод.

    • @wonkawilly5573
      @wonkawilly5573 Рік тому

      🤸😅

  • @onefixitman
    @onefixitman 2 місяці тому

    You can get very similar results with Meguiars Mag and Aluminum metal polish or blue diamond brand metal polish from walmart and a microfiber cloth. Just buff it in with the microfiber cloth with two fingers with a few pounds of pressure in tiny circles for about two minutes and buff it out with the clean part of the rag. No light assembly removal required. Reapply every 6 months. If you have micro cracking from excessive heat from high power aftermarket bulbs it can not be repaired. Good day.

  • @johngart9242
    @johngart9242 7 місяців тому

    it looks clear but its very foggy. my tip is to take it to a body shop have them sand the head lights down starting with 400, 800, 1000, and then lastly 3000 grit all with a orbital sander. then simply spray a 2 part clear with hardener (not aerosol can) and it looks new and will last a long time.

    • @christopherjames9843
      @christopherjames9843 7 місяців тому

      You do know labor charges at a body shop is like in the multiple hundreds per hour? How the heck is that cost effective? Chances are they will laugh at you for bringing it to the shop.

    • @johngart9242
      @johngart9242 6 місяців тому

      @@christopherjames9843 i own a body shop. a body shops rate is anywhere from $48 to $52 per body hour. find one that isn't a big body shop. i only charge about $175 to $250 depending on if i have to take the headlights out or leave theme in. it is something that can be done at home if you do it like i said. i haven't had one come back yet for the headlights not lasting. the sun is what fades the head lights. keeping it out of the sun would make them last longer. if i could put some pictures here i would of ones i've done.

  • @1SqueakyWheel
    @1SqueakyWheel Рік тому +52

    This only works if all the UV damage is at the surface.
    More often than not, with older units, the UV damage goes the entire depth of the lens material, in which case there is no cleaning it.
    It doesn't hurt to try... but chances are, you might as well make friends with the idea that you'll have to purchase a new set of headlight units.

    • @diazjose562
      @diazjose562 Рік тому +3

      Or sand it down then polish with a machine.

    • @pavel_8526
      @pavel_8526 Рік тому +1

      Нет необходимости в покупке новых фар, вышкурить наждачкой с 1000 до 3000 оброзивности зерна, далее полировка на роторной машинке пастами до зеркального блеска. И обязательно затянуть фары в полиуретановую плёнку.

    • @1SqueakyWheel
      @1SqueakyWheel Рік тому +3

      @@diazjose562 Either you're joking, or my comment went right over your head. Heh!

    • @BrianJ.
      @BrianJ. Рік тому +2

      Yes. Either way, you will need way more than the 5 minutes mentioned in the title.

    • @1SqueakyWheel
      @1SqueakyWheel Рік тому

      @@BrianJ. The 5 minutes thing is hyperbole for "a short amount of time".
      No need to get hung up on the number in this comment thread though, since as I said, there's a good chance that it won't matter anyway.

  • @user-cj8ww8ph5c
    @user-cj8ww8ph5c Рік тому +10

    На один месяц хвтит. И это можно сделать универсальной полиролью для кузова, не разводить самодельную бодягу.

  • @Nickecho7979
    @Nickecho7979 Місяць тому

    This is really cool. BUT there is a kit you can buy that is the same amount as the ingredients you are using. Cool video. 😎

  • @markcolston2930
    @markcolston2930 Місяць тому

    T Cut works really well

  • @gsonz172
    @gsonz172 6 місяців тому +9

    The thumbnail made me think he scrubs the plastic off with the razor blade lmao

  • @SB-fk4sj
    @SB-fk4sj Рік тому +6

    Watch the very beginning of this video very very closely when he shows the supposedly sun faded light, and you can see that the yellow coat is something he most likely applied himself.

  • @bluesdawg8014
    @bluesdawg8014 Місяць тому

    Mothers aluminum polish works for me. Easy to do

  • @anthonylove6639
    @anthonylove6639 10 місяців тому +7

    Or you could just use Maguires high cutting compound then a reg polishing compound. Then to protect it just use a polish that you use on your cars finish. There you go! I just use polishing pads and microfiber cloths. No buffer needed. But you can if you want? Might get better results. I have a 2003 Celica GT that sits out all the time. Now I just use polish to maintain it

    • @topcatandgang
      @topcatandgang 6 місяців тому

      Maguires makes plastex, this is a mild abrasive that does a real goood job

  • @albrrt430
    @albrrt430 7 місяців тому +4

    Baking soda is quicker, then rub with WD-40, then sell it

  • @andreasmerkel5717
    @andreasmerkel5717 Місяць тому

    I knew this method and used it several times on the headlights of my previous cars. After a few days, maximum 2 weeks, the plastic glass was blurry again, especially after rain. I ended up buying two new headlights.

  • @user-op1ts6iz5f
    @user-op1ts6iz5f 3 місяці тому +1

    この動画みたいに磨いてきれいにしたこともあるけど、1年後には結局また曇ってきて貧乏くさくなっちゃうのよ。年に1回以上磨く労力に見合わなくても高い料金かけて新品に変えたよ。あーもうこれで磨かなくてよいという精神的満足がでかくて、磨き続けずに交換してよかったです。

  • @KBratcher11
    @KBratcher11 Рік тому +6

    Rubbing compound and a cheap buffer wheel won't cost a ton more and will get you much better results in a fraction of the time.

  • @DanDiMaggio
    @DanDiMaggio Рік тому +70

    Before you buy all these supplies and make a big mess, you should just buy a headlight restore kit. Comes with everything you need, makes far less of a mess and will actually leave a perfectly clear finish unlike these sub par results in the video. The kits also have a form of clear coat to apply after to keep the perfect finish for around a year. In those last shots it basically looks like someone ran a piece of harsh sandpaper over an otherwise decent looking headlight. If I brought my faded headlights to a shop and they gave them back to me looking like this I'd demand my money back.

    • @dionst.michael1482
      @dionst.michael1482 Рік тому +11

      Does it come with a lemon? Lol

    • @gilbertvehicleservices
      @gilbertvehicleservices Рік тому +1

      Agree 100%!

    • @jpmking9635
      @jpmking9635 Рік тому +1

      I bought the kit and it went back to yellow in a few months. There were some guys who ran a business doing this and they sanded them down a lot more than what you can do with the kit. Best was is probably aftermarket replacements or buying your own sand paper and polish compound

    • @DanDiMaggio
      @DanDiMaggio Рік тому +5

      @@jpmking9635 yeah I guess it depends how bad off the lights are. I did a set of f150 lights that were pretty rough and they were still clear when I sold it about a year later. But I did several coats of the “clear coat” stuff at the end. It only calls for one but I figured more couldn’t hurt.

    • @Kermexx
      @Kermexx Рік тому

      Or use only anti UV bulbs.

  • @hurculee8330
    @hurculee8330 9 місяців тому +2

    tried nearly everything on the market!!! spent a fortune ,, WD40 Worked amazing for me !!!!!

    • @kerrymcfarland4025
      @kerrymcfarland4025 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! I tried your WD40 today and it worked great!

  • @daniel-wf4fl
    @daniel-wf4fl 5 місяців тому

    Thanks David!!

  • @andybigsnake
    @andybigsnake Рік тому +87

    Химия явно "левая". Мыло - щелочь, лимонный сок - кислота. Сода - соль. При реагировании щелочи и кислоты остается тоже соль.
    Для "ремонта" фары нам нужно выполнить 2 операции:
    1. Убрать желтый цвет. Это окислившееся оргстекло
    2. Отполировать.
    Окислы убирают (обычно) мягкой щелочью. Например хозяйственным мылом. Автор взял мыло для рук, где процент самого мыла невысок.
    Ну, а главное, при полировке, верхний окисленный слой и так снимается.
    Использование зубной пасты вместо специализированных паст - такое себе решение.

    • @user-jj7tz5bi7n
      @user-jj7tz5bi7n Рік тому +3

      Насколько я знаю, есть только два способа как восстановить фары, это мех способ и более рискованный но быстрый, пары ацетона. А это фигня по мне.

    • @roberte.6892
      @roberte.6892 Рік тому +7

      Thanks for that chemistry explanation! For some reason I always enjoy the explanation of how the magic works, more than the magic itself.

    • @user-mm7zr4nr8p
      @user-mm7zr4nr8p Рік тому +13

      Губка+Сода выступили в роли образива ,вот и вся магия

    • @user-vassemal
      @user-vassemal Рік тому +9

      Из всех компонентов использовал только зубную пасту, эффект такой же

    • @user-gp3zc1on3v
      @user-gp3zc1on3v Рік тому +3

      Антицарапин и дрель с войлочным кругом. 5 мин. работы.

  • @ddb1143
    @ddb1143 Рік тому +6

    When finished polishing headlights, you can supersede the sealant and simply install a PPF over the lens. Stops UV fading and many rocks.

    • @CaliCowboy805
      @CaliCowboy805 8 місяців тому

      What's a PPF??

    • @ddb1143
      @ddb1143 8 місяців тому

      Paint Protection Film. It's a clear skin.@@CaliCowboy805

  • @rsnald
    @rsnald 10 місяців тому

    was waiting for him to remove the black tape to really see the difference between the panel that was tread vs. the untreated. I dont think the lime juice for the rubbing compound was necessary but have tried toothpaste before and some 2000 grit wet sanding paper and it worked. you just have to be real patient with scrubbing off the oxidized plastic then applying some kind of wax to protect from sun oxidation again.

    • @valeriephilmore1870
      @valeriephilmore1870 8 місяців тому

      Yeah, I tried the toothpaste and then 2000 with grit and it lasted that long

    • @AmericanThunder
      @AmericanThunder 7 місяців тому

      Citrus juice is great for preventing scurvy, arrrrrr but I don't think it's that great for removing oxidized plastic.

  • @larsencarson5465
    @larsencarson5465 29 днів тому

    Minty fresh headlights!

  • @Gennadech
    @Gennadech Рік тому +15

    Я тоже так делаю, только надо ещё куриный помет добавлять в смесь. Затем нанести и дать просохнуть как следует, эффект 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @Leonidas.53
      @Leonidas.53 Рік тому

      Просто паста зубная хорошо отчищает

    • @Artur4eg
      @Artur4eg Місяць тому +2

      можно просто в руки насрать и размазать по фарам.

  • @altheamcnabb2829
    @altheamcnabb2829 Місяць тому

    Im gonna try my dremmel and sand paper or the metal stripper they have when i find my crap outa storage. Ive got a banged up car that needs 2 new headlights so i might as well practice on the one that I have on the car now. See which works best.

  • @davidlibline1757
    @davidlibline1757 6 місяців тому +1

    How long does this last for? I sand mine and now looks good as new.

  • @user-ro3jr1zu2k
    @user-ro3jr1zu2k Рік тому +17

    Чем-то окрасил потом почистил гениально

    • @Leonidas.53
      @Leonidas.53 Рік тому +1

      Пластиковые фары просто желтеют и мутнеют от времени,отчищает просто зубная паста

    • @xp62530
      @xp62530 Рік тому +2

      @@Leonidas.53 и то и то дичь полная конечно. шлифовка и далее - или лак с ув защитой или химическая полировка, остальное чушь крайне временная.

    • @user-xg4mq2wr2t
      @user-xg4mq2wr2t Місяць тому

      Бредятина...

  • @vijaypatel8630
    @vijaypatel8630 Рік тому +5

    Superbbbb

  • @victorbellow8455
    @victorbellow8455 Місяць тому

    Nice videos just purchased an 07 s600 needs a little work but I think it is a good car

  • @blankmode888
    @blankmode888 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for your help.

  • @GrigoriosMitsolis
    @GrigoriosMitsolis Рік тому +13

    Like Crystal in 5 Minutes...... 20 minutes with one side + 20 minutes with the other = 5 minutes...... GREAT!

  • @2005Gresko
    @2005Gresko Рік тому +24

    Проще взять два вида полировальной пасты 3М.

    • @romanisawesome
      @romanisawesome Рік тому +1

      Проще всего не верить в глупые ролики в интернете а купить фару

    • @2005Gresko
      @2005Gresko Рік тому +1

      @@romanisawesome при чём тут ролики с интернета? Вы при царапинах на ЛКП тоже новую машину покупать будете? Я несколько лет занимаюсь восстановлением ЛКП, и стёкла фар так же поддаются ремонту, правда только полировка кратковременный эффект, нужно покрытие специальным лаком.

    • @Yurkes73
      @Yurkes73 Рік тому +1

      @@2005Gresko правильно говоришь!Сначала убираем этот слой ,потом в 2 слоя ,а лучше в 3 накладываем лак.Сам так делал на пластиковой фаре.

  • @vincentlee3434
    @vincentlee3434 6 місяців тому

    Would polishing the lens with rubbing compound ends up with same result?

  • @user-hg4hd8zv2u
    @user-hg4hd8zv2u 8 місяців тому +1

    I bought a can of spray for about $30 and it worked great. Took no more than 5 seconds.

    • @acousticshadow4032
      @acousticshadow4032 7 місяців тому +1

      Be sure to let us know how many hours it lasted.

  • @paulwarren1586
    @paulwarren1586 Рік тому +7

    Metal polish works just as well, and less time is involved..

  • @user-ds7xb6yk9i
    @user-ds7xb6yk9i Рік тому +39

    Лимон и коньяк. Выпить и дунуть на фару 😀

    • @romanisawesome
      @romanisawesome Рік тому +5

      А потом просто дунуть

    • @user-mq3zk5tw8q
      @user-mq3zk5tw8q Рік тому +4

      Пробовал. Расплавилась.

    • @moeman2274
      @moeman2274 Рік тому +1

      I did and then I remember waking up under the front bumper, and the lights were still cloudy.... maybe I should do more?

    • @winsomemartinez
      @winsomemartinez Рік тому +2

      ​@@moeman2274
      If things are still cloudy, try more cognac.

    • @moeman2274
      @moeman2274 Рік тому +2

      @@winsomemartinez maybe I should triple it up to be on the safe side.

  • @hadespaganism2405
    @hadespaganism2405 10 місяців тому

    Nice job !!!

  • @jeffpanzer1397
    @jeffpanzer1397 3 місяці тому

    I use 1000 grit and 2000 grit, wet sand with the 1000, then wet sand with the 2000 rinse off and dry, then use plastic polish on lense, you may have to put a couple coats of polish on till you get them clearer

  • @compactgirl
    @compactgirl Рік тому +14

    Him: a little of this a little of that...
    Me: I'll just continue to use mosquito repellent spray.
    You know what else is that spong good for if you have a dark neck or dark pits or dark inner thighs scrub with the green side of the spong it'll scratch off all the dead skin cells that are making your areas look dark. I enjoyed this video....

    • @user-uq8eb9bs7x
      @user-uq8eb9bs7x Рік тому +2

      А если ты весь чёрный? Я думаю не поможет

    • @ooshta
      @ooshta Рік тому +2

      ​@@user-uq8eb9bs7x great response. 🤣👍 Try no sun for a few years & a ton of skin bleaching solution.! 😂.

    • @igorpotocnik7231
      @igorpotocnik7231 Рік тому +2

      @@auxmike718 But will they fit your car is another question.

    • @melloyellogsxr
      @melloyellogsxr Рік тому +1

      ​@@user-uq8eb9bs7x it will. Just add some lemon juice and never stop believing. You'll improve your credit score with each application.

    • @user-uq8eb9bs7x
      @user-uq8eb9bs7x Рік тому

      @@ooshta hah, good advice

  • @SeredaAndrey
    @SeredaAndrey Рік тому +12

    Лимон для аромата.

  • @mwadden16
    @mwadden16 День тому

    Sounds like my spouse as we’re getting ready for dinner. “I’ll be down in 5 minutes!”
    An hour later we’re finally walking out the door…

  • @rickallen1079
    @rickallen1079 14 днів тому

    Water and 1500-2000 grit sandpaper, rubbing compound and a buffer still hands down the best and easiest way!

  • @Cysia842
    @Cysia842 Рік тому +3

    Zmatowienie zeszlo....ale przejrzystosc nie 🤣🤣 ibte rysy od gąbki musza byc naprawde fajne 🤣

  • @rubiobrandi
    @rubiobrandi Рік тому +14

    Great idea, but it yellows again after exposure to sunlight, without protective coating made for headlights and originally applied to new vehicles in factory.

    • @Hunt3r2k
      @Hunt3r2k Рік тому +2

      yea and it will even yellows way way faster this time. like in days... Because of the expose of the inner Aacrylic ..

    • @micktaylorwolfcreekmechanical
      @micktaylorwolfcreekmechanical Рік тому +4

      exactly you need to spray with a uv clear coat, or buy a head light resto kit that comes with the uv coat. The kit always works out to be cheaper as comes with everything you need to do a job that will last 5yrs not a few weeks using ya missus cooking n cleaning stuff

    • @thedbcooperforum
      @thedbcooperforum Рік тому +5

      ​@@Hunt3r2k more than half the hacks are a waste of time..

    • @BrianJ.
      @BrianJ. Рік тому

      Its applied to the headlights when they are manufactured. Not during vehicle assembly.

    • @WiilyDerbbinphlatte
      @WiilyDerbbinphlatte Рік тому

      What's the difference they faded in the first place from the factory? UV protection didn't work from the factory. Maybe we should just go back to glass headlights.

  • @live4life767
    @live4life767 9 місяців тому +1

    You can use fine grit white paste turtlewax but remember to use sealer the light afterwards or they will cloud up after 4-5 months

    • @Or3guns
      @Or3guns 8 місяців тому

      What kind of sealer?

    • @live4life767
      @live4life767 4 місяці тому

      @@Or3guns clear coat gloss. Make sure you use dish detergent soapy water & sponge to wash everything off then dry then lightly spray multiple clear coat gloss coats until it looks like new😁

  • @jasonhendrickpost2023
    @jasonhendrickpost2023 Рік тому +20

    The trick isn't cleaning them. He could have done that with toothpaste only. Challenge is it will go yellow again within a day or two. You need to spray it with a UV coating afterwards to protect it. CRC aqua armour works well.

    • @coreychillis9754
      @coreychillis9754 Рік тому

      Have you tried it?!

    • @jasonhendrickpost2023
      @jasonhendrickpost2023 Рік тому

      @@coreychillis9754 - Ran a business for a few years offering it as a service.

    • @gweedomurray9923
      @gweedomurray9923 2 місяці тому

      I looked that up and nowhere did I see claims of UV blocking. Might be some other CRC product that does that.