headlights

[hopey-182]

hi could someone tell me the best way to get rid of the horrible scarmy marks you get around the edge of the headlights on 182 thanks.

 

[Stefan.]

look in the detailing section bud

 

[pupster92]

you mean the hazing on the lights?http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?654552-PH2-headlights&p=8892186#post8892186

 

[hopey-182]

thanks mate ive saved that link and will give it a go soon

 

[Moysie]

Soapy water
masking tape
wet n dry 1200/1500
Scratch X
polish

1/ Mask around headlight to protect paint work
2/ Soak 1200/1500, start with 1200 and use plenty of water. Rub the headlight in a circular motion to remove any signs of yellowing, and to smooth the surface. (this takes a while)
3/ When happy, use 1500 to minimise the scratches from the 1200, again, the longer, the better. Use plenty of water!!
4/ Buff dry (should be hazy) When ur happy yellowing has been removed and the surface is smooth, apply Scratch X to a rag and buff. This requires quite alot of pressure, so small areas at a time is best!!
5/ Clean up the headlight and if ur happy with the results, use a polish to finish off and make it shine...if not repeat the whole process (which wont take as long as the first time)

Remember, this isnt a half hour job if ur doing it by hand, so alow some time. Trust me, its worth it

 

[hopey-182]

thanks moysie spot on mate.

 

[Kane.]

I do a lot of headlights and I'd personally finish wet sanding @ 2500/3000 if you can get hold of some. Should get a better finish and saves a lot of time polishing them back up

 

[Moysie]

Ur probably right Kane, I just used what could get hold of...still looks good though