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cyin86x · 01-24-2018, 02:31 AM

Even if you buff it off, it will come back within the next 6 months. I'd suggest just replacing that headlight assembly as a whole.

86geek · 01-24-2018, 11:32 AM

ceramic coated with either cquartz finest or optimum opticoat pro.

Teseo · 02-07-2018, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 8RZ

Pretty common here in Florida, clear coats take a beating from the sun and heat.

The majority of the headlight polishing compounds only last for a few months before the hazing sets in again.

I've had luck in the past with having a paint shop re-clear coat the headlights.

And how is working? It is worth it?

Leonardo · 02-07-2018, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by cyin86x

Even if you buff it off, it will come back within the next 6 months. I'd suggest just replacing that headlight assembly as a whole.

That is what you would suggest, huh? Do you buy a new car when yours needs washed?

Tcoat · 02-07-2018, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Leonardo

That is what you would suggest, huh? Do you buy a new car when yours needs washed?

I have considered this!

8RZ · 02-07-2018, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Teseo

And how is working? It is worth it?

My buddy owned a paint booth at the time so he re-cleared my headlights for me on my Speed3 and they did not develop any hazing after that. It's all in the prep; make sure you do a good job sanding and restoring them first.

toast · 02-09-2018, 10:06 AM

If that is what is needed the best solution for most people would be to grab a can of SprayMax 2k clear. It is the only two part epoxy clear that comes in a can. You push a tab in to burst an internally-stored container of activator, shake or two minutes and have a 24 hour pot life. One can should do both headlights.

Tcoat · 02-09-2018, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by toast

If that is what is needed the best solution for most people would be to grab a can of SprayMax 2k clear. It is the only two part epoxy clear that comes in a can. You push a tab in to burst an internally-stored container of activator, shake or two minutes and have a 24 hour pot life. One can should do both headlights.

Never heard of the stuff but a quick look is very promising. I can think of all sorts of applications where this would rock!
Thanks.

toast · 02-09-2018, 12:52 PM

They also make a fantastic filler primer for small projects where you don't want to get all your spray equipment set up (or don't own spray equipment in the first place).

The clear is quite fantastic and gives exceptional results with proper prep.

toast · 02-09-2018, 12:52 PM

They also make a fantastic filler primer for small projects where you don't want to get all your spray equipment set up (or don't own spray equipment in the first place).

The clear is quite fantastic and gives exceptional results with proper prep.

NoHaveMSG · 02-09-2018, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Teseo

And how is working? It is worth it?

My headlights are cleared as well and they look great even after a couple of winters of graveled roads.

My painter buddy said it would have to eat through all the clear before it is even possible for it to haze again.

ajcarson11 · 02-09-2018, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by toast

If that is what is needed the best solution for most people would be to grab a can of SprayMax 2k clear. It is the only two part epoxy clear that comes in a can. You push a tab in to burst an internally-stored container of activator, shake or two minutes and have a 24 hour pot life. One can should do both headlights.

Spraymax 2k is the only clear you should use if you don't have a proper spray gun. It rocks -- but it really does only work for 24 hours. You have to work quick.

One note: this product REQUIRES a respirator. You WILL die if you use this in a closed space

toast · 02-09-2018, 08:06 PM

Any two part epoxy will have the same inhalation dangers. I don't use a respirator, but I do small parts and then leave the garage for the ten minutes of flash time between coats.

mav1178 · 02-09-2018, 10:25 PM

hmmm... perhaps you can say OP's headlights are.... toast?

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01-24-2018, 02:31 AM	#15
cyin86x Banned Join Date: Jan 2018 Drives: Rocket Bunny V3 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Even if you buff it off, it will come back within the next 6 months. I'd suggest just replacing that headlight assembly as a whole.

02-09-2018, 10:06 AM	#21
toast Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: 14 BSP Edelbrock BRZ Location: Lon Gisland Posts: 806 Thanks: 113 Thanked 450 Times in 256 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	If that is what is needed the best solution for most people would be to grab a can of SprayMax 2k clear. It is the only two part epoxy clear that comes in a can. You push a tab in to burst an internally-stored container of activator, shake or two minutes and have a 24 hour pot life. One can should do both headlights.

02-09-2018, 12:52 PM	#23
toast Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: 14 BSP Edelbrock BRZ Location: Lon Gisland Posts: 806 Thanks: 113 Thanked 450 Times in 256 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	They also make a fantastic filler primer for small projects where you don't want to get all your spray equipment set up (or don't own spray equipment in the first place). The clear is quite fantastic and gives exceptional results with proper prep.

02-09-2018, 08:06 PM	#27
toast Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: 14 BSP Edelbrock BRZ Location: Lon Gisland Posts: 806 Thanks: 113 Thanked 450 Times in 256 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Any two part epoxy will have the same inhalation dangers. I don't use a respirator, but I do small parts and then leave the garage for the ten minutes of flash time between coats.

02-09-2018, 10:25 PM	#28
mav1178 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2005 Toyota Camry Location: 91745 Posts: 6,562 Thanks: 493 Thanked 6,093 Times in 3,029 Posts Mentioned: 95 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	hmmm... perhaps you can say OP's headlights are.... toast?

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