Restoring headlight lenses

[Pudsey Bear]

Has any one used this or any other wipe on treatment?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Headlight-Restoration-Lens-Cleaning-Wipes/dp/B01KKOF8IE/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1AVPDFEJCNQXV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.O-OH5otaSqbms3Kae5oc9SidfxZIt6Wc2n7Y-R6GGs5GqS2J_f-CyhCK-XvxS6qOrkMs_m9IxBDvbvSAISoMrHv-pcSVKnd42nS1qEpC6KY2IUozei_dV-VJgxW-CaQHZqUB0-o8dfVxraZPbZ3LoCHOF7KHNZekx4dNzrfL1LElWP0xNl2c5zyEstibnlYW7d0PvAtiA_V7BKkrYeu61rLVG5O7VZBMB25dAncgrJEuIQsw7vGopWFxFoifZaamQAroYvhnrWX98v6nhLVRRdBc682P6r8_tzy9nrfUMlc.tvwTdr56WqDxtKJgqVUnNHPiVCzEslJ9k3yjOf58mFo&dib_tag=se&keywords=headlight%2Bcleaning%2Bfluid&qid=1710592296&sprefix=headlight%2Bcleaning%2Bfluid%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

 

[wildebus]

Has any one used this or any other wipe on treatment?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Headlight-Restoration-Lens-Cleaning-Wipes/dp/B01KKOF8IE/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1AVPDFEJCNQXV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.O-OH5otaSqbms3Kae5oc9SidfxZIt6Wc2n7Y-R6GGs5GqS2J_f-CyhCK-XvxS6qOrkMs_m9IxBDvbvSAISoMrHv-pcSVKnd42nS1qEpC6KY2IUozei_dV-VJgxW-CaQHZqUB0-o8dfVxraZPbZ3LoCHOF7KHNZekx4dNzrfL1LElWP0xNl2c5zyEstibnlYW7d0PvAtiA_V7BKkrYeu61rLVG5O7VZBMB25dAncgrJEuIQsw7vGopWFxFoifZaamQAroYvhnrWX98v6nhLVRRdBc682P6r8_tzy9nrfUMlc.tvwTdr56WqDxtKJgqVUnNHPiVCzEslJ9k3yjOf58mFo&dib_tag=se&keywords=headlight%2Bcleaning%2Bfluid&qid=1710592296&sprefix=headlight%2Bcleaning%2Bfluid%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

I can't imagine it working with just a wipe when to properly restore them needs a significant level of abrasives.
But at £15, not go much to lose (£15 and half an hour of time)

 

[Pudsey Bear]

I assume it does something to the top layer of the Lexan, I'm more concerned about tit doing damage, I wonder if Halford sell any, they don't want you complaining instore.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Not really convinced, I bought a polisher and did it on the van last years, but it's as bad again already.

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[TJBi]

I assume it does something to the top layer of the Lexan, I'm more concerned about tit doing damage, I wonder if Halford sell any, they don't want you complaining instore.

If you're worried about tit doing damage, get a cat.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Nope, you'll have to explain the Tom, My brain gets even more mushy after 12 noon.

 

[TJBi]

Nope, you'll have to explain the Tom, My brain gets even more mushy after 12 noon.

I assumed that you were referring to the feathered variety; if not, I don't understand.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Bugger, I made a typo

 

[wildebus]

Not really convinced, I bought a polisher and did it on the van last years, but it's as bad again already.

Turtle Wax Speed Headlight Lens Restorer Kit with Ceramic Sealing Wipes | Halfords UK

Shop the latest Turtle Wax Speed Headlight Lens Restorer Kit with Ceramic Sealing Wipes at Halfords UK

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Once you do a restore, it becomes an annual requirement as there is no UV Protection. Not found any way to easily reapply the UV protection.
(I used to have a UV Spray and a UV Oven to bake the finish, but sold that over a decade ago (never used on lights anyway, just wheels).

The only real fix is to buy new headlights.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Factor 50 might work

 

[wildebus]

I assume it does something to the top layer of the Lexan, I'm more concerned about tit doing damage, I wonder if Halford sell any, they don't want you complaining instore.

You generally need to remove the top surface as it is discoloured and there is no way to recover but needs removing. It can get a bit dramatic ....
My RAV4

666Head-S1_Post_500-3 by David, on Flickr

But works out in the end

666Head-S6_PlasticPolish-2 by David, on Flickr

 

[trevskoda]

Once you do a restore, it becomes an annual requirement as there is no UV Protection. Not found any way to easily reapply the UV protection.
(I used to have a UV Spray and a UV Oven to bake the finish, but sold that over a decade ago (never used on lights anyway, just wheels).

The only real fix is to buy new headlights.

A coat of car 2 pack laq will do the trick.

 

[wildebus]

A coat of car 2 pack laq will do the trick.

it will delay the inevitable a little. but that is all.