@@yapperingdid you coat with protectant? Before you clear it’s important to clean any foreign material from lenses or else there will be a reaction, bubbling, cracking.
I managed to successfully clean my cloudy '07 Toyota's headlight lenses using a 3M restore kit I'd bought some 10+ years ago and just forgot about and let sit in my garage until finally using it. Painter's tape, a cordless drill, and elbow grease led to making them almost factory fresh, without disassembly. It'd sure be nice if auto manufacturers simply used glass like back in the day, or from the factory generously coated their assemblies with road, grit, and UV-defying coatings.
Great video and editing. Every time I restore my headlights, while I’m half way through I’m like “next time I’m just going to buy some new ones.” But, by the time I’m done, I’m very happy with them and it feels very rewarding knowing that I did it all myself. Thanks for the content!
The one step I wouldn't have done is to remove the headlights from the vehicle. I would have to remove the grill and pretty much the entire front bumper to remove my headlights. I'm not that brave! I'll probably just mask everything off really well. I really enjoyed getting to see the full step-by-step process with the sanding and polishing (including what grits to use and what compound and coating products you used). It took a lot of the fear out of it for me. I feel like I can tackle this project now. Thanks.
Nice work and nice result! I've polished a number of lights and I'll allow myself 2 comments: 1. never use 1k clear, if you want to paint the lights always use 2k clear coat. 2. if you are painting don't polish the surface before, but leave it sanded with a grit of say 3000 and the paint will hold much better and the transparency will be still perfect. Personally though, I find it much better to just polish the lights, not overspray them and care for them like a car paint job. Such lights will last many more years and much longer than newly painted ones.
I have bought aftermarket headlights that weren't sealed properly and moisture got in when it rained. End up doing the job twice and it's just as hard to seal them as to sand and coat them. Reconditioning them is the way to go. Nice Job.
I've done mine and the fog lights as well. I know that we're never going to get the glass kind anymore because of expenses, but they are the best. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
😮I was going to replace the passenger headlight for the Mrs. prius, but the dealership wants around 300 for 1 headlight. And for them to install it, it would be around 1000. So I just bought the cerakote kit for 16.00. I'll give that a try. I also seen people use toothpaste. Maybe next time. Enjoyed the video.
Nice work - those are the exact steps at the headlight restoration pro (great guy) uses. Now if you wanna get "Rad" with it - you can put them in the oven - separate the lens - and black out some - but not all - of that chrome... I've seen a few do this... makes for a more modern look - or - I think Morimoto just came out with some Tacoma lights that are replacements and are actually quality (not cheap garbage) - very expensive - but - always fun to consider... The other thing you could consider is an HID retrofit - this is where you ditch the reflective surface and go with a projector lens inside - you'll get bulbs, a ballast, relay kit...all that good stuff... that will direct more light onto the road - less of a diffused cutoff - most like it - every now and then some don't like the sharp cutoff. Checkout the retrofit source, lightwerkz, and morimoto for upgrade options.... Or just leave as is and consider upgrading to the best: Philips or Osram bulbs
No Way, Your work is Perfection. Great looking Toyota. I have a 2012 Rav4 original lights. Been using Meguires plastic polish for years, keeps my Headlights clear. I may use your methods to make mine showroom like yours. 👍🇺🇸
I have the Meguiar's PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner, and I used it by itself and buffed out the light covers and it worked amazing all by itself. NO sanding needed.
I have been restoring headlights for a while now, you did all the steps as you should have, and they came out great. The headlight spray will last for about a year depending on the environment so to make it last a year longer get some Turtle wax pro graphene hybrid liquid wax and put it on the headlights and let it flash then polish it off. It will seal, them for another year and you just need a penny size drop per headlight on the corner of a clean microfiber cloth to rub it on and polish it off with the rest of the towel. I will comment on a couple of things that i found will make the process go faster. Before you start go to a dollar store and ger a bottle of L.A.'s Totally awesome spray the headlight and scrub it with a green 3M Scoth-Brite pad then a Scotch-Brite red pad and (if you can find it) a Grey Scotch-Brite. I then use a 3M Trizact 3000 grit sanding pad use tap water when using the pads wiping between each pad to make sure you are getting the proper result. it will save you about15-20 minutes per light then sprat the light there is no need to polish it first they will come out perfect. you are fortunate to be able to just remover the headlights however most newer vehicles those will need to be taped around the headlight i recommend 2-3 layers then tape plastic around the light when you spray the lights.
Good vid! I prefer the 3M kit to megulars, but yes, sandpaper is way to go on heavily oxidized lights. Got from Scotty Kilmer, but I now use the Formula 1 Scratch Out twice a year remove all hazing/yellowing/oxidization from my toyota and honda headlights. Any plastic UV protectant helps after using to stave off those problems for longer, but if parking in the sun, I haven't found anything that totally prevents... And I've found the megular spray to be a bit hazy and distortive of light when I've tried it on two vehicles. Removes easily with rubbing alcohol, but I pretty much just only use it on fog lights at this juncture, and leave it off the main headlights.
Looks great my concern is when you polished the headlight it now has a wax on it but then you used a spray to make it shine more. Shouldn’t it be in reverse?
This is the exact process I used for two of my cars 1 and 2 years ago. They are both yellow again and in need of restoration again... if you plan on doing this, just plan on light sanding once a year and polishing again to get them back to looking new. Elbow grease and using these products you already purchased are still cheaper than buying new lights that will Oxidize over time...
There is a coating on the lights from the factory . Some lights it is pretty obvious, you can see the edge where they delam, or turn yellow. That coating is why it takes years to turn cloudy and yellow. After you sand and buff most of that coating comes off. So either clear coat preferably the 3000 grit sanded light or just tape them off and a quick sand and buff once a year or so. Def better to do the oem lights than swap out for the cheaper aftermarket lights.
Any particular soap used in the water? Was it dishsoap (ie. Dawn or similar) or something mild like Baby Shampoo. Thanks in advance. Great video. I am going to do this to my Tundra headlights.
Reason I'm here - I need to do this to a new to me old Honda Civic - so yes - I'd do it - or rather I will do this soon, thanks for a thorough video and process
It most certainly wasn't a waste of time for you since this video will make you money, but it might be a waste of time for someone, depending on their circumstances. 💪🏻😌👍🏻... Excellent job, and fantastic video !
You think that Toyota’s headlights are bad to get out or work on, try a GMC Acadia. You have to go through the wheel well to get to the bulbs. I just restored those headlights using the Cerakote kit with similar results. The clear coat is wipe on. Turned out great.
Thanks for the run down. I got an older Toyota too. This is on the list of things to do to restore it. Factory always better. Manufacturers build and design things to fit correctly in there vehicles. I agreed.
Absolutely worth it. I have a 2011 Honda Civic. Factory replacements, last time I checked, were ~$300 x 2. That sandpaper, polishing compound, spray on protectant, and polisher cost no where close to that. Unfortunately for me, the removal/installation process goes in through the front wheel wells.
I didn't do the spray, so I left mine attached for the cleaning. It is very helpful to tape it off though. I did after my first pass with the hand drill attachment. OOPS! Doing the sandpaper by hand is now my preferred method (extra curve in my camry light was easier by hand) and switched back for the soft pad buffer. Cheaper to clean and rewarding that you can do it.
If your doing a lot of painting or projects like this you really should look into a better respirator. That p100 is a good particualte filter, mowing, sanding etc. But you really need an organic vapor cartridge. 3M™ Cool Flow™ Valve Respirator Paint Protection - Advanced Comfort 7512 (M) is a great choice and then you just buy more cartridges when you need them.
Beautiful job. I managed a passable job by masking my motorcycle headlight and using cutting compound on a polishing pad on my drill. Not as pristine but improved it from crap to ok in less than an hour. I finished off with a Maguire's paint polish. Seemed like a good result for the effort.
I restored my headlights once and it lasted awhile. Then I tried aftermarket which are junk, many have a very crappy beam pattern, so I bit the bullet and bought new OEM headlights. I was going to do the clearcoat but there are many reviews saying it will screw up new headlights. Maybe it's better for restored ones, I don't know why but still only lasts a year or so. Maybe I'll give it another go on my old headlights and have a backup set ready down the road. 02 Tacoma, 290K.
That is a great car and you’re doing it justice. Looks great now! I think you made the right choice. Any replacement you can get will not match OEM quality.
i seen plastic trim made new again with a propane torch and also with a electric heat gun .i dont have a old head lite presently .have you ever tried this .
Jimmy, a new subscriber to your channel. This is an amazing video. Thank you for taking the time and effort to step through the entire process in detail! I can only imagine what you put into this. To restore or replace, that's the question!
I think you're better off going in one direction for each grit. The main reason is to see any areas you missed with the previous grit. People do this with metal polishing/grinding all the time and it highlights any areas you roughed and should go over with a finish wheel before you do final finishing. Other than that I like it. I opted for laminate rather than clear coat and we'll see how that lasts. Either way should protect the headlight from UV yellowing.
Yep mate, thanks, great info. Just about to do the same here in Australia to a RAV4 and a Fortuner. Keeping the original parts is a good move as Toyota parts are good quality.
You did a great job, the previous owner of my car however did not. I caught it later but they basically made the headlight orange peely in texture with the spray clear coat and so whenever you turn the lights on it looks terrible and cloudy. I think they realized that since they did not do the other light but makes no sense why they did this on a 3-year-old Supra. Luckily the dealer will try to repair or replace the headlight if they can't have it restored. Hoping for a replacement honestly.
Looks great Jimmy! I did the same thing on my 98 Chevy. They looked great. Put them back in and tried at night and couldn't see any better. I shined my flashlight into the lens and i was so disappointed. My reflective chrome was flacking off! So disappointed, i had to buy new one. Great video though!
Ty really nice. To take my headlight out is a massive removal of many parts of the SUV so I will just leave as is. 2016 Nissan Rogue I will have to tape it all off. Also have a 2005 Highlander and they will also stay on the vehicle. Thank you. Have a great Day. Question on Nissan drivers side headlight seems not only foggy but scratched from the brush washing the car since 2016 will those scratches come off as well?
Absolutely I will do the work. I have a 05 Toyota Highlander 7 seater. And a 16 Nissan and the Nissan is the daily user we are unable to see at night with the Nissan. Will go to parts store and pickup the sandpaper 400,600,800,1500 and 3000 and start in a few days. TY
Using silicon carbide sanding paper is the way to go if you want to do a fast job. The special polish is not needed, it is the same stuff as your paint polish. Clear coat is the same plastic polymer and you will find that using a good polish over the whole car once every two years will keep the paint and lights in good condition a UV protective wax will suffice to protect the surfaces, know the difference between a pure wax and a polish, when you polish you are cutting the surface, when you wax you should be adding another protective layer.
You did a great job! The only thing that id suggest is use more water! Get a hose on mist setting and point it away from yourself whilst sanding the lights. The dirty stuff needs to come off as quickly as possible eg you don't want to wet sand the light with that dirty water. One pass and wash it off! Legit might be easier just doing it in the shower 😅
Now it looks sharper than ever. For ur headlights. Few options I’d recommend for ur badass 4Runner. If u prefer halogen but don’t mind the lifespan is less than halogen. 1: Sylvania - silverstar ultra If u want longevity for ur headlights and fog lights. 2: Sylvania - SL.BX2 led bulbs for ur 9006,9005, and I think H11. With that sweet 5 year warranty. If u want a reliable, yet high performance led bulbs. 3: Lasfit - LC Plus 4: Lasfit - LA plus 5: Auxito - Y13 6: Auxito - M3 7: Auxito - Y19 Or if u want to retain the same oem warm white or oem xenon white? 8: Formula J87 - G8 led bulbs with 4300K xenon white style. Prices u be lookin at for those led bulbs is between $40-$90 a pair. Either one of those options will be great for ur 4th gen 4Runner. @1ROAD and I highly recommend get Morimoto- Green dielectric grease, to add small amount inside between the connectors of ur factory and led bulbs. It’s basically a cheap yet affective product to prevent moisture from getting in and burned out. U can get them on Amazon.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thanks for the info. I do wish there were better (road legal) options out there. I do like the warmer look of standard bulbs though. It’d be nice if there was a well built long lasting LED option that was legal. 🤷♂️
@@1RoadGarage even if it’s illegal or not. That’s ok. As long as we’re not hurting anyone. U have fanless led bulsb on ur Chevy. If u have no issues where u live, and u had them for a long time. I wouldn’t even worry. Trust me, I think u will definitely not be disappointed for xenon white led. I guaranteed😎👍🏼
😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮in my opinion do u remember the Corvette stingrays they had a folding headlights why don't the cars have that to protect the headlights today
I've used that Maguires spray coating, it will last ~2 years tops after which heavy yellowing will have come back . 2k clear clear has lasted over 4 years, nothing else
I've done this with meguiars but never lasted. Used the Sylvania kit after they refaded, that project farm recommended in a video years ago, and it has worked much better. 3 years later, not perfect but still pretty good.
I did my highlander headlights, wet sanding 800-1500. Grease and wax remover then Spraymax 2 n'1 headlight clear. The Spraymax stuff is spendy for the quantity of product you get, but i feel it was worth it.
Great video. I have my Mom's 1993 Buick Roadmaster limited, and yes its loaded full tilt electric everything. Can't buy the replacement headlights at all now. So I will try your method. 73 GOD bless Earnest K5EWM.
Fixing OEM is definitely the way to go! Good work.
Just finished my headlights last night using this exact video guide, they look amazing!
I think auto industry should just make better head lights
I agree, but we both know that's not going to happen.
There are some good after market ones. And you can wrap in clear vinyl to protect from uv damage
Cleaned mine a million times and they always refade
@@yapperingdid you coat with protectant? Before you clear it’s important to clean any foreign material from lenses or else there will be a reaction, bubbling, cracking.
They did. Head lights were made out of glass
UNBELIEVABLE !!! I hope it lasts a long time. Great job.
up to a year only
If you put car wax on them once every couple of months they last for years. If you do the same on brand new ones they will never turn yellow.
You're right, that's in my case. 8 years old headlights still clear like new.
It will..but only if you use a 2 stage clearcoat.
I'm just gonna do it once a week.
I just did this on my 97 Camry came out beautiful. Thanks for sharing
I managed to successfully clean my cloudy '07 Toyota's headlight lenses using a 3M restore kit I'd bought some 10+ years ago and just forgot about and let sit in my garage until finally using it. Painter's tape, a cordless drill, and elbow grease led to making them almost factory fresh, without disassembly.
It'd sure be nice if auto manufacturers simply used glass like back in the day, or from the factory generously coated their assemblies with road, grit, and UV-defying coatings.
those kits are $30 a piece, and get your headlights pretty good, but they do not last more than 6 months.
The satisfaction of doing it yourself and having results like these is really worth all the effort… Great work!
Great video and editing. Every time I restore my headlights, while I’m half way through I’m like “next time I’m just going to buy some new ones.” But, by the time I’m done, I’m very happy with them and it feels very rewarding knowing that I did it all myself. Thanks for the content!
The one step I wouldn't have done is to remove the headlights from the vehicle. I would have to remove the grill and pretty much the entire front bumper to remove my headlights. I'm not that brave! I'll probably just mask everything off really well. I really enjoyed getting to see the full step-by-step process with the sanding and polishing (including what grits to use and what compound and coating products you used). It took a lot of the fear out of it for me. I feel like I can tackle this project now. Thanks.
some manufacturers make it hard to do certain tasks seemingly on purpose
Really enjoyed the video. It was totally worth it. You are fantastic.
Best restored head light video ever seen! (and seen a lot of them) You sold me will follow yours step by step! 🎯
Nice work and nice result! I've polished a number of lights and I'll allow myself 2 comments: 1. never use 1k clear, if you want to paint the lights always use 2k clear coat. 2. if you are painting don't polish the surface before, but leave it sanded with a grit of say 3000 and the paint will hold much better and the transparency will be still perfect. Personally though, I find it much better to just polish the lights, not overspray them and care for them like a car paint job. Such lights will last many more years and much longer than newly painted ones.
From experience, I agree 100%.
What do you polish with? This 68 year grandma is clueless.
I have bought aftermarket headlights that weren't sealed properly and moisture got in when it rained. End up doing the job twice and it's just as hard to seal them as to sand and coat them. Reconditioning them is the way to go. Nice Job.
@@gailrussell9104the meguars polish cream
Why polish instead of 2k?
I've done mine and the fog lights as well. I know that we're never going to get the glass kind anymore because of expenses, but they are the best.
Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
😮I was going to replace the passenger headlight for the Mrs. prius, but the dealership wants around 300 for 1 headlight. And for them to install it, it would be around 1000. So I just bought the cerakote kit for 16.00. I'll give that a try. I also seen people use toothpaste. Maybe next time. Enjoyed the video.
Well im convinced. Ive been wanting to do the ones on my 2007 for a while now, this is a great setup!
Thanks for the video.. I have been planning on working on mine. I like that it is a straight forward, no gimmick product process. Great work!
Nice work - those are the exact steps at the headlight restoration pro (great guy) uses. Now if you wanna get "Rad" with it - you can put them in the oven - separate the lens - and black out some - but not all - of that chrome... I've seen a few do this... makes for a more modern look - or - I think Morimoto just came out with some Tacoma lights that are replacements and are actually quality (not cheap garbage) - very expensive - but - always fun to consider...
The other thing you could consider is an HID retrofit - this is where you ditch the reflective surface and go with a projector lens inside - you'll get bulbs, a ballast, relay kit...all that good stuff... that will direct more light onto the road - less of a diffused cutoff - most like it - every now and then some don't like the sharp cutoff.
Checkout the retrofit source, lightwerkz, and morimoto for upgrade options.... Or just leave as is and consider upgrading to the best: Philips or Osram bulbs
I just did that for my two cars. I did 800 to 3000 and used the Maguires cleaner, then cleared. They turned out amazing.
Best video I've seen on headlight restoration. Enjoyed. !
No Way, Your work is Perfection. Great looking Toyota. I have a 2012 Rav4 original lights. Been using Meguires plastic polish for years, keeps my Headlights clear. I may use your methods to make mine showroom like yours. 👍🇺🇸
Great video, very professionally shown, and the results are remarkable. Thank you for making this video 🙂
Nice job Jimmy..All your work was definately rewarding...
*Definitely
I have the Meguiar's PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner, and I used it by itself and buffed out the light covers and it worked amazing all by itself. NO sanding needed.
I have been restoring headlights for a while now, you did all the steps as you should have, and they came out great. The headlight spray will last for about a year depending on the environment so to make it last a year longer get some Turtle wax pro graphene hybrid liquid wax and put it on the headlights and let it flash then polish it off. It will seal, them for another year and you just need a penny size drop per headlight on the corner of a clean microfiber cloth to rub it on and polish it off with the rest of the towel. I will comment on a couple of things that i found will make the process go faster. Before you start go to a dollar store and ger a bottle of L.A.'s Totally awesome spray the headlight and scrub it with a green 3M Scoth-Brite pad then a Scotch-Brite red pad and (if you can find it) a Grey Scotch-Brite. I then use a 3M Trizact 3000 grit sanding pad use tap water when using the pads wiping between each pad to make sure you are getting the proper result. it will save you about15-20 minutes per light then sprat the light there is no need to polish it first they will come out perfect. you are fortunate to be able to just remover the headlights however most newer vehicles those will need to be taped around the headlight i recommend 2-3 layers then tape plastic around the light when you spray the lights.
It's never a waste of time if you enjoyed doing it, and are pleased with the outcome.
The secret of life
Good vid!
I prefer the 3M kit to megulars, but yes, sandpaper is way to go on heavily oxidized lights.
Got from Scotty Kilmer, but I now use the Formula 1 Scratch Out twice a year remove all hazing/yellowing/oxidization from my toyota and honda headlights. Any plastic UV protectant helps after using to stave off those problems for longer, but if parking in the sun, I haven't found anything that totally prevents...
And I've found the megular spray to be a bit hazy and distortive of light when I've tried it on two vehicles. Removes easily with rubbing alcohol, but I pretty much just only use it on fog lights at this juncture, and leave it off the main headlights.
Looks great my concern is when you polished the headlight it now has a wax on it but then you used a spray to make it shine more.
Shouldn’t it be in reverse?
No, because polish isn't wax. Polish is like a very fine liquid sandpaper. When polish is cleaned off, it doesn't leave a residue like wax.
This is the exact process I used for two of my cars 1 and 2 years ago. They are both yellow again and in need of restoration again... if you plan on doing this, just plan on light sanding once a year and polishing again to get them back to looking new. Elbow grease and using these products you already purchased are still cheaper than buying new lights that will Oxidize over time...
Applying the clear coat, which provides UV protection to your bodywork, should stop UV and oxidation damage.
Great video! I’ve got a Toyota Tundra that needs headlights restored. Just need to get my ambition ready!
There is a coating on the lights from the factory . Some lights it is pretty obvious, you can see the edge where they delam, or turn yellow. That coating is why it takes years to turn cloudy and yellow. After you sand and buff most of that coating comes off. So either clear coat preferably the 3000 grit sanded light or just tape them off and a quick sand and buff once a year or so.
Def better to do the oem lights than swap out for the cheaper aftermarket lights.
This was so satisfying to watch!
Thanks bro!
After using Meguiars Keep Clear a few times, I've noticed that 1 coat gets you the best results. A 2nd coat makes the lights slightly foggy again.
Any particular soap used in the water? Was it dishsoap (ie. Dawn or similar) or something mild like Baby Shampoo. Thanks in advance. Great video. I am going to do this to my Tundra headlights.
Excellent job. fixing the factory headlights is the only way go.
Reason I'm here - I need to do this to a new to me old Honda Civic - so yes - I'd do it - or rather I will do this soon, thanks for a thorough video and process
It most certainly wasn't a waste of time for you since this video will make you money, but it might be a waste of time for someone, depending on their circumstances. 💪🏻😌👍🏻... Excellent job, and fantastic video !
Best DIY restoration I've seen.
You think that Toyota’s headlights are bad to get out or work on, try a GMC Acadia. You have to go through the wheel well to get to the bulbs. I just restored those headlights using the Cerakote kit with similar results. The clear coat is wipe on. Turned out great.
Thanks for the run down. I got an older Toyota too. This is on the list of things to do to restore it. Factory always better. Manufacturers build and design things to fit correctly in there vehicles. I agreed.
Good job! Yes, I’ve done that also and it’s definitely worth it and more economical.
Thanks a lot, I tried it and it worked great for me.
Absolutely worth it. I have a 2011 Honda Civic. Factory replacements, last time I checked, were ~$300 x 2. That sandpaper, polishing compound, spray on protectant, and polisher cost no where close to that. Unfortunately for me, the removal/installation process goes in through the front wheel wells.
I didn't do the spray, so I left mine attached for the cleaning. It is very helpful to tape it off though. I did after my first pass with the hand drill attachment. OOPS! Doing the sandpaper by hand is now my preferred method (extra curve in my camry light was easier by hand) and switched back for the soft pad buffer. Cheaper to clean and rewarding that you can do it.
If your doing a lot of painting or projects like this you really should look into a better respirator. That p100 is a good particualte filter, mowing, sanding etc. But you really need an organic vapor cartridge. 3M™ Cool Flow™ Valve Respirator Paint Protection - Advanced Comfort 7512 (M) is a great choice and then you just buy more cartridges when you need them.
Great job Jimmy! Looks like a million bucks!
Beautiful job. I managed a passable job by masking my motorcycle headlight and using cutting compound on a polishing pad on my drill. Not as pristine but improved it from crap to ok in less than an hour. I finished off with a Maguire's paint polish. Seemed like a good result for the effort.
Mos-def will do this. And for 2014 frontier, getting the headlights out is just a pain in the neck. But well worth it. Thanks.
What a great video about headlights restoration… so informative and fun ! Thanks!
I restored my headlights once and it lasted awhile. Then I tried aftermarket which are junk, many have a very crappy beam pattern, so I bit the bullet and bought new OEM headlights. I was going to do the clearcoat but there are many reviews saying it will screw up new headlights. Maybe it's better for restored ones, I don't know why but still only lasts a year or so. Maybe I'll give it another go on my old headlights and have a backup set ready down the road. 02 Tacoma, 290K.
Many thanks. So informative. So easy and great result. Great content.
That kit works wonders I actually found it on clearance for $11 at Target
That is a great car and you’re doing it justice. Looks great now! I think you made the right choice. Any replacement you can get will not match OEM quality.
Awesome job, thanks for taking the time to share your tips and ideas
i seen plastic trim made new again with a propane torch and also with a electric heat gun .i dont have a old head lite presently .have you ever tried this .
Jimmy, a new subscriber to your channel. This is an amazing video. Thank you for taking the time and effort to step through the entire process in detail! I can only imagine what you put into this. To restore or replace, that's the question!
Works good on tail lights and side marker lights also , nice job
I think you're better off going in one direction for each grit. The main reason is to see any areas you missed with the previous grit. People do this with metal polishing/grinding all the time and it highlights any areas you roughed and should go over with a finish wheel before you do final finishing.
Other than that I like it. I opted for laminate rather than clear coat and we'll see how that lasts. Either way should protect the headlight from UV yellowing.
Yep mate, thanks, great info. Just about to do the same here in Australia to a RAV4 and a Fortuner. Keeping the original parts is a good move as Toyota parts are good quality.
You did a great job, the previous owner of my car however did not. I caught it later but they basically made the headlight orange peely in texture with the spray clear coat and so whenever you turn the lights on it looks terrible and cloudy. I think they realized that since they did not do the other light but makes no sense why they did this on a 3-year-old Supra.
Luckily the dealer will try to repair or replace the headlight if they can't have it restored. Hoping for a replacement honestly.
Looks great Jimmy! I did the same thing on my 98 Chevy. They looked great. Put them back in and tried at night and couldn't see any better. I shined my flashlight into the lens and i was so disappointed. My reflective chrome was flacking off! So disappointed, i had to buy new one. Great video though!
I think it looks great! I will have to try.
A job worth doing yourself. Well done.
Now the fog lamps seem to have a bit of a haze too. ;)
nice job now time to refinish the foglights/ blinkers& taillights to match
Great results, Sir! Definitely worth the time and effort and $ saved.
I've dine thar, but not the maguire polisher.... that will be next on my 2001 Honda accord....❤❤❤
Great job you did !!!
looks great.. I usually just wet sand them with 600 grit than put a good clear coat on them.
Great video explained very well gonna try mine at weekend thanks
Your headlights turned out amazing, nicely done Jimmy 👍😁
Great job. I'm inspired!
Great video and explainations !! Thank-you !!
Amazing work, detailed and very clear 👌
Ty really nice. To take my headlight out is a massive removal of many parts of the SUV so I will just leave as is.
2016 Nissan Rogue I will have to tape it all off.
Also have a 2005 Highlander and they will also stay on the vehicle.
Thank you. Have a great Day.
Question on Nissan drivers side headlight seems not only foggy but scratched from the brush washing the car since 2016 will those scratches come off as well?
Just did'it !!! Good job 👍🏽🤝👏👏👏
Great Job. Well worth it!
Absolutely I will do the work. I have a 05 Toyota Highlander 7 seater. And a 16 Nissan and the Nissan is the daily user we are unable to see at night with the Nissan. Will go to parts store and pickup the sandpaper 400,600,800,1500 and 3000 and start in a few days. TY
Very good video, for diyers like myself,,, very much appreciated 🙏🏽😎
Using silicon carbide sanding paper is the way to go if you want to do a fast job. The special polish is not needed, it is the same stuff as your paint polish. Clear coat is the same plastic polymer and you will find that using a good polish over the whole car once every two years will keep the paint and lights in good condition a UV protective wax will suffice to protect the surfaces, know the difference between a pure wax and a polish, when you polish you are cutting the surface, when you wax you should be adding another protective layer.
Excellent video, thank you !
You did a great job! The only thing that id suggest is use more water! Get a hose on mist setting and point it away from yourself whilst sanding the lights. The dirty stuff needs to come off as quickly as possible eg you don't want to wet sand the light with that dirty water. One pass and wash it off! Legit might be easier just doing it in the shower 😅
Great video.Thanx for making.
Now it looks sharper than ever.
For ur headlights. Few options I’d recommend for ur badass 4Runner.
If u prefer halogen but don’t mind the lifespan is less than halogen.
1: Sylvania - silverstar ultra
If u want longevity for ur headlights and fog lights.
2: Sylvania - SL.BX2 led bulbs for ur 9006,9005, and I think H11. With that sweet 5 year warranty.
If u want a reliable, yet high performance led bulbs.
3: Lasfit - LC Plus
4: Lasfit - LA plus
5: Auxito - Y13
6: Auxito - M3
7: Auxito - Y19
Or if u want to retain the same oem warm white or oem xenon white?
8: Formula J87 - G8 led bulbs with 4300K xenon white style.
Prices u be lookin at for those led bulbs is between $40-$90 a pair.
Either one of those options will be great for ur 4th gen 4Runner.
@1ROAD
and I highly recommend get Morimoto- Green dielectric grease, to add small amount inside between the connectors of ur factory and led bulbs.
It’s basically a cheap yet affective product to prevent moisture from getting in and burned out.
U can get them on Amazon.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thanks for the info. I do wish there were better (road legal) options out there. I do like the warmer look of standard bulbs though. It’d be nice if there was a well built long lasting LED option that was legal. 🤷♂️
@@1RoadGarage even if it’s illegal or not. That’s ok. As long as we’re not hurting anyone.
U have fanless led bulsb on ur Chevy.
If u have no issues where u live, and u had them for a long time.
I wouldn’t even worry.
Trust me, I think u will definitely not be disappointed for xenon white led.
I guaranteed😎👍🏼
😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮in my opinion do u remember the Corvette stingrays they had a folding headlights why don't the cars have that to protect the headlights today
I've used that Maguires spray coating, it will last ~2 years tops after which heavy yellowing will have come back .
2k clear clear has lasted over 4 years, nothing else
I've done this with meguiars but never lasted. Used the Sylvania kit after they refaded, that project farm recommended in a video years ago, and it has worked much better. 3 years later, not perfect but still pretty good.
What pad did you use from the "You know where Frieght" store? Youve sold me on how to do mine.
Nice work....going to do mine tomorrow
I did my highlander headlights, wet sanding 800-1500. Grease and wax remover then Spraymax 2 n'1 headlight clear. The Spraymax stuff is spendy for the quantity of product you get, but i feel it was worth it.
Where did you get the UV spray at and how much did it all cost?
I have done a headlight restoration on a Lexus RX350 and it came out pretty good
Nice job! I would definitely restore
Now do the fog lights.
Hopefully you have an update in like 3 to 6 months. Then a year.
Thank you
Nice work - keep it up!
Thanks buddy the was a great video
Looks amazing! Gotta do the dogs and tail lamps as well.
Excellent presentation! :>)
Thanks Bro ! Blessings !
I did this on my 2013 RAV4 and have another car to do. It makes the car look a lot better.
I like how u didn't forget to mention to reinstall the bulbs once u took the housing off
Great video. I have my Mom's 1993 Buick Roadmaster limited, and yes its loaded full tilt electric everything. Can't buy the replacement headlights at all now. So I will try your method. 73 GOD bless Earnest K5EWM.
Brilliant job