It’s a good idea to cover the area surrounding your headlights with tape, to protect it from any potential But, having said all of that, the heat stretchable UV protective film seems like the winner to me. This film is commonly used to ‘tint’ headlights and taillights but it does come in clear. Prepare the headlights as shown in this video, then apply the UV protective film that applies much like window tint film. This film should last many years without any maintenance and can be easily removed in the future. It appears to give you the advantage of a clear coat without the expertise necessary or disadvantages of a clear coat. Yes, the film will also have a refraction index to it… probably worse than clear coat.. but still much less than water, and of an amount that is still irrelevant. Headlight Restoration DIY Preparation And Protection That Will Last “Up-Dated Method” Using a clean microfiber towel, gently wipe off the vinegar solution from your Headlight lens. As you clean off the solution from the headlights, every yellowish discoloration, grits, and Fogg would come off easily. If you notice any dirt remaining, you can scrub a little bit harder and can repeat the process till your desired result is revealed. Alright, so we’re gonna start with a 500 grit sandpaper. You can do this by hand or with a power sander. I have an air sander here that I’m using, 3m Palm Sander

In liquid form, lacquer is easy to apply via a spray canister, and it typically hardens within three hours of application.

I’m going to bust all the headlight restoration myths in this video and explain what really works to keep your headlights looking like new for years to come if your headlights have become hazy oxidized and starting to yellow this is the video for you. If you find that your headlights have any defects, then the Meguiars kit comes with a Stubborn Defect Removal I’ve seen other YouTube videos where they sand them down and I’m spraying with a clear coat highly not recommended The right way to fix oxidized Plastic headlights

batteries? Join the Halfords Motoring Club today to access a range of amazing benefits and discounts that are For best results ensure the can is at room temperature before use (approx. 15ºC to 25ºC) and spray in a warm, dry and dust free area. Now before we start polishing we’re just gonna wipe them dry with a rag or some paper towel. Now that we got the headlight all dry we’re gonna apply the lens and polish protector. The headlights are coated in a UV protective layer in the factory. This is a specialized solution that absorbs into the polycarbonate surface in combination with heat treatment. It is not a clear coat. Using a solvent or abrasive on your headlights will compromise this protective coating. Beyond protecting your paint, lacquer sprays can enhance the look of your vehicle through delivering a specific type of finish, whether that’s a glossy or matte look- and clear lacquers from Halfords contain a special UV inhibitor that can help the lacquer last longer. Need help choosing between lacquer sprays?Stay safe and keep your headlights shining with our step-by-step guide. Step 1: Start with cleaning

a>