How To Restore Headlights By Hand! - Honda Civic - Chemical Guys Car Care
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- Опубликовано: 20 авг 2024
- Modern car headlights are made from durable plastic. It's easy to shape, it's shatter resistant, but it's easily damaged by harsh UV sunlight. These solar rays turn the plastic hazy and yellow, and render the headlights useless.
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Yellowing car headlights is caused by improper care and lack of protection. Harsh UV sunlight oxidizes, fades, and cracks sensitive headlight plastic. Over time, this plastic failure clouds up and turns headlight lenses hazy and opaque. This reduces visibility and safety when driving at night.
Using the all new Headlight Restorer Polish by hand, Nick revives the clarity of the headlights on this Honda Civic without the need of wet sanding or a machine polisher. Working back and forth as well as up and down to refine the plastic for a factory finish.
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Thanks for the video, now I can restore the wifes's headlights on her old Mrecedes. I have been using your products on my trucks and motorcyle for years...love the stuff you offer!
Thanks for the awesome feedback, glad to have you apart of the Chemical Guys family!
I have used polishing compound only and it works great as well.
Wow took a really worn out headlight and almost made it brand new. You wouldn't believe that almost 90 percent of people don't realize all it takes is a little wax on your head lights and that won't happen or it shouldn't happen anyways. And most people don't take care of there cars anyways. Not like me or chemguys. Good job detail garage
actually, I used sandpaper and rubbing clear coat on mine, then I waited a couple of hours and waxed it, came out looking pretty decent.
there are many ways to help with restoring your headlights but as you said, prevention is key, but protection is best, putting a layer of UV resistant material in it such as clear coat paint for plastic (needs to be for plastic) or the chemical guys stuff that wears off faster than clear coat and is more expensive to reapply.
it's up to the person that owns the car, but I would prefer to have a nice clean car that if I get pulled over by the cops, they have nothing to do me on
Matthew Osborne their* cars
looks like I will be buying this product for headlights. Thanks for the video Chemical Guys!
yeah this looks pretty sweet i would not mind trying it out.
Your VSS Polish works amazing on headlights with a small rotary machine.
Thanks for watching Ian, yeah VSS is great for a variety jobs, restoring headlights, removing scratches and swirls, polishing metal. It's very convenient.
Thats what i been using to, then follow up with some jet seal
When I've done that before I clayed the headlights first. If I have to do it again I would apply some jet seal on it when I'm done.
Hi Jason,
JetSeal is definitely safe to be used over any glossy and shiny paintwork, polished metals, and clear glass and optical plastic surfaces on the exterior of any vehicle. It'll preserve and protect the beautiful finish and clarity of paintwork, glass, headlights, tail lights, chrome, aluminum, carbon fiber, and glossy decals. Happy Detailing!
First time ive seen you guys make a video on restoring headlight clarity, Awesome!
Thanks for the love, Johnathan! Stay tuned for more great content!
Do you need to put a clear coat to protect the clarity?
yes
nice video!
please make a video how to polish a car by hand!!!
Your video got in the way of my ads.
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what do you put on after to prevent it from happening again? or is it an on going thing until you reach the bulb? ;)
Hi Wendy, this happens because the rays from the sun deteriorate the plastic, causing them to yellow. Using sealant, and wax creates a protective barrier that prevents the plastic from oxidizing.
GTR Wendy wax!
this process not only removes the clouded plastic, it also removes the protective clear coat. after restoring your headlights, you'll want to put a clear coat back on it and then use wax or paint sealant once every month or 2 to prevent it from happening again.
The best thing to use is ceramic wax, you can also buy it in spray bottle form, works great and lasts for years.
You guys rock!
Is it okay to use a orange hex logic Hand Applicator instead of microfiber?
need this
nice how to polish headlights car
What do you do if the headlights are oxidizing from the inside? I have seen that alot on camry's.
Thanks for checking out our videos, when the headlights oxidize from the inside, its due to ultraviolet rays from the sun reflecting off of the headlight lamps internally. At this point the headlight plastic is completely damaged and will need to be replaced. Stay tuned for more great content.
How long does this keep oxidation from reforming? Does it function well as a "protectant" ?
I'm going around the united states road trip. I love your products and have many of them. What products do you recommend i take other then detail spray?
Great question! We definitely recommend you take an Eco-Smart for a quick wash wherever you are, quick detailer that is also a spray sealant like the Hybrid V7, a window and glass cleaner like our Signature Series Class Cleaner to keep your windows spotless, and to finish, something for your tires like the Hybrid V7 Wet TIre Shine and Trim Dressing and Protectant for restoration and protection. You can also take some interior protectants like our Fabric Guard for those crazy days ahead. Have fun and be safe!
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Well now I have a reason to go to the store. do you recommend wet sanding prior to applying this? If so, what grit?
Francisco Arroyo 2000 grit
Thanks guys!
so is the sand paper method you guys sell also not needed?
Hey! Headlight Restorer doesn't require sanding to remove oxidation.
Should I use extreme top coat or jet seal for a final seal on my headlights?
Hello! Add JetSeal to provide a long lasting barrier of protection.
I would like to know what type of scrub that is
This channel should have way more subscribers there no other channel like this one ! Whats your snapchat guys???
Hi Alex,
Be sure to follow us on @chemguys we're always up to some crazy shenanigans down at the Detail Garage!
Wow this is way faster than sanding then buffing
Yes, make sure to try it out, you will love it!
Soooo why can't I just go to Walmart or Autozone and get practically the same thing for 15-20$ cheaper?
You risk quality. The Headlight Restorer and Protectant makes your headlights clean and clear again while also sealing and protecting against harmful UV rays that will definitely ruin plastic. Also, no sanding is required when using the Headlight Restorer. Get rid of the hazy look to make your headlight be fully useful again.
Chemical Guys ahh I see now. Maybe I won't go there then. I am surprised you guys replied, I can respect that.
My headlight lens looks pretty good but after watching this video I decided to use the same technique and do this to my headlights so I have to say it definitely looks more clearer removed the small amount of oxidation off the lens.
Thanks for watching. I see really oxidized headlights almost everyday, and I wonder why people don't get it taken care of. I imagine in an alternate universe, they get citations for it. Good job!
What do you guys recommend for headlights that are just starting to oxidize, like they are just barley staring to.?
What do i polish with?? Microfiber towel?
Hey Mac! You can use Headlight Restorer with a machine polisher and an Orange Hex-Logic Pad, a microfiber applicator or microfiber towel. - Happy detailing!
@@ChemicalGuys Thanks guys!
What’s the blue pad you’re using?
Hey! These are the Workhorse Microfiber Applicator Pad.
www.chemicalguys.com/premium-grade-microfiber-applicators-2-pack/MIC_292_02.html
@@ChemicalGuys awesome! Can you hand polish after wet sanding or do you have to polish with a drill?
How long does it last?
During which step of the detailing flowchart would you incorporate this part???
Hi Lindsey, thanks for watching the video. Headlight restoration isn't part of the flow chart, it's just a way to remove the yellow film that hinders the performance of your headlights. If you wanted to squeeze this step in somewhere, I would recommend doing it after you wash your vehicle, and clayed it if necessary. You can use the one stop for lightly oxidized headlights, you would need to wet sand and polish if the headlights were very badly oxidized.
Are your products available to buy in the U.K.??
Hi Harry, they sure are. Follow the link below to check out some of the products we have available in the U.K.
www.chemicalguys.eu
What model year the car is?
Hi Rino, it could be anywhere between a 2007-2010 model civic.
How do i get this in India
This is slightly not related but I used vss and I've put a few swirl marks into my paint. I did use cheap microfibres to buff off. Is it possible cheap ones do scratch? If not I'm stuck for answers as I've followed all the hand polish tips. Also I've ordered some chemical guys black towels and free happy ending :)
Hey Curt, Low quality microfibers just aren't plush enough, and it's possible that the edges weren't cut properly, causing them to leave scratches behind as they scraped along the paintwork. I'm glad to hear, thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!!
how long does this last before i have to do it again?
Hi Travon,
There are a lot of variables that come in to play when noticing you need another headlight restoration. After doing the polish, if you were to apply a sealant, it'd last as long as the sealants lifespan. If you were to not apply any sort of protection, you're looking at a headlight lifespan of about a month, depending on weather conditions, if it's your daily driver, if it's stored outside, etc. Many variables account to the lifespan but we definitely recommend you apply some sort of protection after doing a headlight restoration. Enjoy your Labor Day weekend and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
Can I have the name of this 2 product.? Thank you
Hello! Check out Headlight Restorer to revive clarity. Clean the surface with EcoSmart RU.
www.chemicalguys.com/headlight-lens-restorer-protectant/headlight-lens-restorer-protectant.html?gtmListValue=Internal%20Search
www.chemicalguys.com/ecosmart-ru/ecosmart-ru.html?gtmListValue=Internal%20Search
Can I still use a machine to polish headlights ?
Absolutely!
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Happy detailing!
- CG Nick
Would this product replace the need of having to Wet sand & Buff that you guys have shown in the past?
or would using the wetsand / buff process with the v34 & v36 work better?
Also could you use this then buff it from your previous methods shown W/ the v34,v36 and then sealing it off with the jet seal?
Hi Joshua, the headlight restorer works on lightly oxidized headlights. If you have more severe oxidation, you would need to use the combination of wet sanding and polishing with V34 and V36. to remove the oxidation and restore clarity. You can actually use V34 and V36 after the headlight restorer to get a more exact restoration. Stay tuned Joshua, we've got more great videos on the way.
C.G. Alex -
I appreciate the response. I am going to purchase the headlight restorer, V34, V36, & Jet Seal to get this process going.
Right on brother, are you going to be using a a drill to polish, or a dual action polisher to perform the correction with the V36, V34?
What is the name of the product use?
Hi! The product used in this video is Head Light Restorer and Protectant. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
great video very helpful! thank you chemical guys!.
Thank you Raymond! you're very welcome. Keep your eyes open for more amazing videos from the Chemical Guys crew. As always, thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
how do I get this product In Canada?
Hello Fergus, thanks for watching this really cool video. There's actually a licensed Chemical Guys distributor in your area. Check your local listings. Here's a link to the Canadian Chemical Guys website
store.chemicalguyscanada.ca/
Civic head lights stock soooo bad
Thanks so much for tuning in!