HOW TO MAKE HEADLIGHTS CLEAR LIKE NEW DEMONSTRATED ON AUDI
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- HOW TO MAKE HEADLIGHTS CLEAR LIKE NEW DEMONSTRATED ON AUDI
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Hey guys, in this video we will show you how to make headlight clear. We got this 2003 AUDI TT at the shop and one of the headlight has been replaced so we will try to buff the old one and make it close to new looking. We never use clearcoat because it can cause plastic burn.
For this headlight restoration we used, wet sandpaper, 3m perfect it series rubbing compound and 3m perfect it series machine polish. We used a polishing pad and buffer.
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The sandpaper grit is the take away for me so thanks in that regard. I just finished a mild and brief polish of my own headlights while changing the bulbs. The assemblies have to be removed from the car so I thought why not. They're in good shape but show some yellowing at the top. I used an inexpensive Fast Brite kit I had lying around. I already have an inexpensive automotive orbital buffer from Harbor Freight. I rubbed the lights in accordance with the instructions and they came out better, but when I put the Meguiars paste wax I use for the car on them and ran the buffer over them they really came out nice. The only thing missing is a UV clear coat which would have made them shine like new.
I plan to redo them with a 2000 grit sandpaper prep since they're only lightly affected now and then check with an auto body shop about taking a moment just before or after a paint job to hit them with pro grade clear that is already mixed for a paint job. I believe they'd do it for a reasonable fee. The clear would lay down flatter coming from a pro paint gun than a rattle can and the environment conditions would be more ideal. If your headlights are not that expensive & the car is going to be with you for a long time, just buy a new set. Mine cost way too much to do that next to restoration costs.
You guys did a great job, however I wouldn't let you do my car without guaranteeing a better tape job than that and you dodged a wide angle view at the end that would have permitted seeing both headlights at the same time for a better assessment of how close the lens was restored to new. You don't want to leave potential customers expecting better than the actual results.
Why did you take the tape off before buffing ...
Not gonna hurt the paint whatsoever, if anything it shines it up
Pretty sure that once you wash it the wax comes off and it looks dull.. probably gotta clear coat it, no?
Thanks for this. I just tried this on my headlights and I'm amazed. This really works!
Good work, thank you 👍
Thank you for this video! Exactly what I was looking for, keep them coming
Amazing help, thank you
First timer checking your video.. GOOD VIDEOS
(1) Rotary Polisher Pads should not be used for compound & polish, you need 2 or 3 pads. (2) Be careful to keep the polishing pad moving across the headlight lens, too slow or stopped in one spot, the friction of the pad will heat up the Lexan headlight lens & melt the surface.. Must always keep the rotating pad moving up down right to left..
hey there guys, I´ve buffed my headlights as per your video, and they are fantastic.....from the outside. How do i do the same on the inside of the headlights without replacing the whole assembly. I have an Audi A6, 2005 model. thanks...and keep the videos coming.
Those have lenses that can either be replaced or popped off be careful not to break the tabs
Thankyou!
Can this be done on an Audi S5 2007??
Lol you need to clearcoat it after youre done mate.
yes that is the best long term solution, unless they like to wax and seal every 2 weeks.
Should use the proper buffer pads, White for compound and black for polish. At the very least change pads between products, you used rubbing compound on it twice even though you tried to polish it the second time. Sanding and shooting with a quality clear with UV protection will result in the same outcome.
Another Great Video....Thank You!
Let's put the sandpaper with the rough side on the car.
And you start by removing all your jewelry.. Don`t make more scratches!!!
Tell me the 1-2-3 bottle’s name Please! I would like to do to my old TT too!
Now the front light look ugly scarry! Thank you
Lutffy Noel Ere Read video description, jesus!
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Headlight need to paint with lacquer(clear). and the fact that you polish this is an unfinished repair, a cheap repair option ...
Not really
As long as it’s sealed it’s fine
Is he speaking English?
first 😛
I can do even better for 5 measly bucks DIY Chinese Knockoff style. And they Never need to be addressed again. EVER
Go on then, put a vid up then smartass