Got a new headlight restoration kit recently, unlike the 3m kit (which is pretty good) it has a clear coat that is UV activated/protected.
Before
After much sanding/buffing and adding the clear coat...
Re-installed in the car
Cured them for ~20 mins each with a UV lamp, the kit recommends only 10 minutes. Well, 20 is not enough I think I'll do an hour per headlight next time. (fingerprinted the left hand side re-installing it.)
The kit is still at the shop I'll let you guys know the brand name of it on Monday. It was not a cheap kit, our shop cost was $70
Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across.
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Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across.
2002 Impreza 2.0RS 6MT
2001 Impreza 2.5RS 5MT (winter beater)
1992 Jeep Cherokee
1994 SS 5MT RIP
1991 SS 5MT *SOLD*
1996 Legacy Outback 5MT *SOLD*
2001 Impreza 2.5RS 5MT (winter beater)
1992 Jeep Cherokee
1994 SS 5MT RIP
1991 SS 5MT *SOLD*
1996 Legacy Outback 5MT *SOLD*
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Re: Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across
Very interested in knowing more about the UV clear coat.
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Re: Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across
Our shop's supplier said that it is a kit that Ford is backing/recommending. Has a 3 year warranty as well. I'll let ya know more on Monday when I grab my kit from work.
2002 Impreza 2.0RS 6MT
2001 Impreza 2.5RS 5MT (winter beater)
1992 Jeep Cherokee
1994 SS 5MT RIP
1991 SS 5MT *SOLD*
1996 Legacy Outback 5MT *SOLD*
2001 Impreza 2.5RS 5MT (winter beater)
1992 Jeep Cherokee
1994 SS 5MT RIP
1991 SS 5MT *SOLD*
1996 Legacy Outback 5MT *SOLD*
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Re: Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across
Awesome! I'd like to treat the Focus before it ages and the Legacy, if I ever do anything with it, so i don't have to weld new lenses in over the projectors again.
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Re: Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across
Thanks for the info, that's interesting about the UV cured clear coat.
Josh
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1990 Legacy (AWD, 6MT, & EJ22T Swap)
2020 Outback Limted XT
If you need to get a hold of me please email me rather then pm
Re: Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across
Here's the kit on the manufacturer's website.
http://www.prestaproducts.com/Headlight ... tails.aspx
http://www.prestaproducts.com/Headlight ... tails.aspx
2002 Impreza 2.0RS 6MT
2001 Impreza 2.5RS 5MT (winter beater)
1992 Jeep Cherokee
1994 SS 5MT RIP
1991 SS 5MT *SOLD*
1996 Legacy Outback 5MT *SOLD*
2001 Impreza 2.5RS 5MT (winter beater)
1992 Jeep Cherokee
1994 SS 5MT RIP
1991 SS 5MT *SOLD*
1996 Legacy Outback 5MT *SOLD*
Re: Results of a new headlight restoration kit I came across
According to the site this is intended to be done on the car, and takes 8 hours to fully cure (they don't say it out right, but mention you must wait 8 hours before washing the car).Cured them for ~20 mins each with a UV lamp, the kit recommends only 10 minutes. Well, 20 is not enough I think I'll do an hour per headlight next time. (fingerprinted the left hand side re-installing it.)
I find the UV cured sealant interesting, I have to wonder how much better it works than the clear coat most people use for the same purpose.
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05 Outback 2.5XT 5spd -- Now the wife can have her SUV and get in on the turbo Legacy goodness at the same time.