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Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 09:46 AM

I realize this is discussed often, but in my searching I didn't see anything pertaining to the actual products that I have on hand. Both of my cars' headlights could use some touch-up. Even though one is a 2002, and the other a 2005, neither is very bad. Not yellowed, and still transparent. Just showing the accumulation of little pitting/hazing from grit and bugs over the years.

I would like to know if I can use my PC, M105/M205, and LC pads to accomplish this. And if so, suggested product/pad combos and order of process. And would my PB's EX be sufficient, or is a more permanent plastic protected or even the urethane/mineral oil method required? I'm hoping to get the lights looking new again without spending money, if possible.


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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 09:57 AM

m105 on 4" orange pad, you can put anything on afterward,I prefer optiseal or pb wheel sealant
   
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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 10:07 AM

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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 11:20 AM

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m105 on 4" orange pad, you can put anything on afterward,I prefer optiseal or pb wheel sealant
No need to finish off with M205 or a different pad?

I don't know what Optiseal is, but I do have some PB wheel sealant (as long as I haven't eaten it... that stuff smells yummy!). No worries of the sealant wearing off too quickly? I don't want to have to polish the headlights every 6 months.


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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 11:35 AM

I would finish off with a less aggressive polish just from past personal experiences. I don't see why you couldn't use wheel sealant for protection.


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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 09:29 PM

This is a bit off topic but I have to ask....Jared, Where did you get that picture in your signature? I laugh everytime I look.....
   
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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-02-2010, 09:50 PM

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This is a bit off topic but I have to ask....Jared, Where did you get that picture in your signature? I laugh everytime I look.....
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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-03-2010, 04:05 PM

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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-03-2010, 04:55 PM

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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-03-2010, 05:14 PM

Mom made me go to Sears and have a portrait done.


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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-03-2010, 05:51 PM

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Re: Can I polish headlights with what I have on hand? - 09-03-2010, 06:27 PM

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