I have used this product on two different vehicles. They came out looking amazing but only last about a year in the California heat. Luckily the company stands behind their warranty and gave me a new kit when I contacted them.
So glad that I found reviews on the Cerakote. I always check out other people's comments on the product to see real-world experiences. This looks like a winner.
Just used this kit. Can't say it's the best solution in thw world because, have not used every possible DIY kit but, this is by far the best of the kits available in retail and auto parts stores. Results are impressive. Looks new on 9 year old lights. Easy to use.
Great review! I was getting ready to replace my headlights, then decided to try this product first. My headlights look new again saving me lots of money.
I just use this a couple days ago took my time followed your directions perfectly and they came out really nice very happy with this product thank you for your help.🤙🏻
Been wanting to do this on my 2005 truck for a long time . Did it yesterday and it came out great in my opinion , just hoping it does hold up for a while .
I just purchased the product you review you do did a great job of explaining the process and how everything works. Thank you. We can do this great presentation.
Great review. I have been looking for a product to clean up my oxidated headlights. This is a whole lot cheaper than going to the dealer and have them charge $80.00.
My headlights were really not that bad but going downhill. I went to a local detail/tint shop and they wanted $125 per headlight which I thought was kinda high. Is that near the usual price? So I went shopping for a kit. I bought the Sylvania kit which videos show it works great if you do the final clear coat in on direction like the instructions show. But some videos show it being applied in circles and rubbed in. I now wish I had looked into this one first. I might return the Sylvania kit that I haven't used but it was cheap so I might as well try it. Thanks for the video!
Great review. I'm going out to pick it up right away. Just moved to Virginia which has an inspection process that scrutinizes everything including headlight light output. Well, it failed inspection and the service station wanted 100 bucks to clean the lenses...ripoff!! Thanks for the review. Regards.
@@ReviewThisThing “Oxidization” is just an error that became so common that some consider it acceptable- like pronouncing “forte” or “cache” with two syllables, or saying “nuke-you-ler”.
How long did it look good for? You can see the yellowing after 5 weeks. I did the same with wet sanding and clear coated mine, and after a year they were very yellow. So I don't recommend my method. But due to the yellowing of yours, I wouldn't buy it either.
How about the inside of the light lens? Do you ever need to clean this under normal conditions? This product looks great, just curious about the inside, thanks
They have that warranty, so if it seems to “wear off,” they’ll give you your money back or buy a new kit if you have the receipt. That leads me to believe you could do it again.
I just used this it defently looks way better an clearer but i do see scraches when im close like preety signifcent ...should i leave it alone or try comtact company for amother kit or should i try some ceramic wax ?? Idk what todo lol
@@ReviewThisThing thanks, I'm a bit OCD and I'll keep going over the same area. You should see me do sheet rock, my taping and spackle come out a mess 😂😂😂
I just used this product and my experience was nothing like Review This Thing's. Of course, I'm just an average Joe and not trying to grow a web site / RUclips page; but perhaps my experience is due to the fact that I have a much older vehicle (1999 Ford Ranger) than R.T.T. used. The headlights are very yellow and foggy. I used the Cerakote Ceramic Headlight Restoration kit, following the instructions to the letter! Results were very disappointing. Some of the yellow and fog was removed, but a lot was not. So now the headlights look even worse because rather than a uniform appearance, they're completely blotchy looking. So I did not go to the last step of applying the Ceramic Clear Coating. Rather, I even went back and repeated Step 1 with Oxidation wipes which, by the way, did not turn anywhere near the dirty and/or yellow appearance as shown in Cerakote's "How To" video. Followed that up with another "rub down" with the 2000 grit sanding disc, then the 3000 grit pad. (BTW, I think they "cheaped out" only providing 2 discs of each; should be double that.) The second run through steps 1 & 2 removed a little bit more of the yellow fogginess, but only a little bit more. I have before and after photos, but obviously this site does not provide a means of showing them. My conclusion is that if one has a relatively late model car with modest fading / fogging of the headlights, you will probably have success with this product; but if, like myself, you're facing a more serious challenge, this product will disappoint you.
There is clearly a point where zero kits work to repair a heavily damaged headlight surface. I've used this kit on numerous 10-12year old vehicles with moderate to heavy fogging but no major surface damage from oxidation and the deep damage that can result. Also, the final step with the ceramic coating IS the kit. Up until that thick, scratch-filling coating hits the surface, you have a very foggy, sanded headlight. There is a healthy aftermarket replacement headlight industry for a reason.
@@ReviewThisThing Woke up and had some dew on top of headlights where the sealer (Step3) was compromised, I called Support and wondered if i could just go over the area affected, and they said no way. It is not made for the sealer to go on top of sealer and would turn it cloudy and ruin it.
Hi...I bought the Cerakote headlight restorer kit but have not opened it yet. My headlights are just starting to oxidize around the outer edges and not where the light shines through. Would it work OK to just do step 1 only...that is, just use the oxidation remover pads only? I started to try that but somewhere I think it said using the pads (in step 1) would leave the headlight "cloudy looking", so I'm wondering if I should leave well enough alone and just wait until the oxidation is worse and then do all three steps?
When you finish Step 1, they definitely get cloudy. They get a little cloudier with step 2. It’s not until after 3 that they clear up. I’d leave them until they’re bad if it were me.
It's not a question of how the headlights look on Day One. Most look great with these kits on the first day. It's what the headlights looks like after 12 - 14 months in the sun. That's the true test and final word.
Wow that came out shitty. You might want to try Meguires Spray UV protection. I did mine with 1000-1200-2500&4000 wet sand and They look great however one looks better than the other. 😅 we’ll see how they hold up.
Yes it works take a picture of before wait 6 months and take another picture you'll see when that stuff wears off your right back to square one oxide headlight again
If your headlights are in that dire need to be restored from oxidation, then the only answer is how much do you want to spend. A couple of hundred or less than $20 with a little time and effort. This seems to be a no brainer.
@@ReviewThisThing Hmmm.....that was a new one on me but you're right. Did a search of that word before and didn't get a hit but did this time. From what I uinderstand...one is the process and the other is the result.
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I have used this product on two different vehicles. They came out looking amazing but only last about a year in the California heat. Luckily the company stands behind their warranty and gave me a new kit when I contacted them.
Okay. Good to know! Thank you!
Do you have to register to receive warranty or just call them
I think you just have to have the receipt and UPC from the box.
After clearing up your headlight lenses, get McGuire's headlight protector liquid and apply it each year to keep your headlight lenses clear.
@dsbennett that’s a good idea!
So glad that I found reviews on the Cerakote. I always check out other people's comments on the product to see real-world experiences. This looks like a winner.
Thank you for watching!
It definitely is a winner. Just used it and it worked great
Great Product. Six months under Arizona sun and still good. I say follow the instructions to the letter and they are like brand new.
That’s pretty awesome. I know it gets hot there!
I purchased it from Walmart and then found your video and the company video.
Excellent review
I’ll try it this weekend!
Before and After photos!!!
Thank you for watching! I hope it works as well for you as it has for us!
I've used these a couple times now and all I can say is wow. Pretty impressive.
Thanks for letting us know!!!
Good video! I've used this kit, it works great but you can't rush, take your time.
That’s a great point!
I love it. I tried it, and I still use it on my customers cars.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🤝
Great! Thank you!
Fantastic product review. I'll be purchasing this product thanks to your post. Thank you for sharing.
I hope it works as well for you! Thank you for watching!
Just used this kit. Can't say it's the best solution in thw world because, have not used every possible DIY kit but, this is by far the best of the kits available in retail and auto parts stores.
Results are impressive.
Looks new on 9 year old lights.
Easy to use.
Excellent. Thank you!
What parts store did you find it in? I looked at all the major parts stores websites and they don't list it. Only Walmart and Amazon.
@@metalheadrelic9873 Wlamart
@metalheadrelic9873 I think he may have meant other ones from car parts stores.
Thx for an honest review.
Absolutely! Thank you for watching!
Great review! I was getting ready to replace my headlights, then decided to try this product first. My headlights look new again saving me lots of money.
Awesome. Thank you!
I got mine yesterday 3/3/24 at Walmart for a little over $16.00, haven't tried it yet, can't wait. :)
Let us know is how it does for you.
Your review sold me on it! Just used it today on my son's car. Turned out great! Thanks!!!
Excellent! I'm glad it worked for you!
I just used this kit on our 2013 honda pilot, outstanding outcome
How long has it been working?
This product is Amazing, when you follow the instructions. Highly recommend
Thank you!
I just use this a couple days ago took my time followed your directions perfectly and they came out really nice very happy with this product thank you for your help.🤙🏻
Excellent! I’m glad to hear it! Thank you for watching!
I will absolutely buy this brand if I need it!! Thanks!!!
So far they’re still looking good! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the detailed review! Buying it now from Amazon
Let us know how it works for you.
Been wanting to do this on my 2005 truck for a long time . Did it yesterday and it came out great in my opinion , just hoping it does hold up for a while .
Ours held up really well for about a year. We haven’t redone it yet.
It made me feel good to see Robbie doing all of the work for you😂
Haha. He’s a pretty good helper.
I have a 2012 vehicle that can really use that, and at an extremely fair price too. Thanks for the video, the lights came out great. Be well.
If you try it, let us know how it goes!
I just purchased the product you review you do did a great job of explaining the process and how everything works. Thank you. We can do this great presentation.
I hope it works great for you! Thank you for watching!!!
Love this product, did everything it said it would
Nice! Thanks!
Great review. I have been looking for a product to clean up my oxidated headlights. This is a whole lot cheaper than going to the dealer and have them charge $80.00.
Let us know how it does for you!
Awesome product!! Headlights came out looking incredible. 👍🏼
Thanks so much for sharing!
My headlights were really not that bad but going downhill. I went to a local detail/tint shop and they wanted $125 per headlight which I thought was kinda high. Is that near the usual price?
So I went shopping for a kit. I bought the Sylvania kit which videos show it works great if you do the final clear coat in on direction like the instructions show. But some videos show it being applied in circles and rubbed in. I now wish I had looked into this one first. I might return the Sylvania kit that I haven't used but it was cheap so I might as well try it. Thanks for the video!
Thank you for watching! If you use this one, let us know what you think.
Very helpful, thank you!
Thank you for watching!
You can hit it with a rubbing compound and a polish after sanding to remove micro scratches.
Good idea!
Oh nice. What rubbing compound and polish product do you prefer?
Great review. I'm going out to pick it up right away. Just moved to Virginia which has an inspection process that scrutinizes everything including headlight light output. Well, it failed inspection and the service station wanted 100 bucks to clean the lenses...ripoff!! Thanks for the review. Regards.
Whoa! I hope it works as well for you!
Seems like a decent product. May try it when my replacememt headlights start to turn foggy. Thanks for the review.
Thanks so much for watching! We’ll keep you posted.
@@ReviewThisThing Thanks!
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Nice review, thanks…
But: only four syllables: ox-EYE-day-shun.
Thanks! But: oxidization is also a word.
@@ReviewThisThing “Oxidization” is just an error that became so common that some consider it acceptable- like pronouncing “forte” or “cache” with two syllables, or saying “nuke-you-ler”.
@FastEddy1959 🤔
@FastEddy1959 I found it in the dictionary. Of course ain’t is also in there, right.
How long did it look good for?
You can see the yellowing after 5 weeks.
I did the same with wet sanding and clear coated mine, and after a year they were very yellow. So I don't recommend my method.
But due to the yellowing of yours, I wouldn't buy it either.
I would say it looked good for about a year at least.
How about the inside of the light lens? Do you ever need to clean this under normal conditions? This product looks great, just curious about the inside, thanks
Great question, but I feel like when it gets there you need to replace them.
Thank you for the great video.
Thank you! And thank you so much for watching!
i bought one and it worked really well! Wondering if I can apply it twice? or is it a one and done job
They have that warranty, so if it seems to “wear off,” they’ll give you your money back or buy a new kit if you have the receipt. That leads me to believe you could do it again.
I used the cerakote kit and it looked really good for the first week after only I week the headlights started looking hazy again 😡😡
That stinks. Ours are still doing really well. If you kept the receipt, contact them, and they’re supposed to make it good!
Yes after doing this I would apply jet seal protectant from chemical guys on them to protect the headlights.
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@@methodtraining jet seal is a ok product. But 2-3 rain storms and it’s gone . You could apply a ceramic coating but not sure how bonding will be
Thanks!
Can you do two cars with one kit if the oxidation is not too bad?
They say no
Am I able just to use the clear coat after using the first oxidization remover and the rags don’t really turn yellow at all ?
Hmm…that’s a good question. We’ve used it on 3 vehicles, and the rags turned yellow on all of them. I’d reach out to customer service if I was you.
This works, and will sell your car a lot faster looking good.
Ah. That’s a good point.
oxitization is my new favorite word.
Oxidization is a word. I’ve had this conversation in the comments with a few people.
I just used this it defently looks way better an clearer but i do see scraches when im close like preety signifcent ...should i leave it alone or try comtact company for amother kit or should i try some ceramic wax ?? Idk what todo lol
I would reach out to customer service. My experience with them has been great. They can guide you in the best direction 😊
Oxidation not oxidization lol. Other than that I’d say good review video.
Also a word.
Thank you for watching!
I purchased this but I haven't used it yet. Got a question.... When applying the ceramic coat how many what time do you go over it?
What do you mean?
@@ReviewThisThing when putting on the ceramic coating do you do it in one shot or do you continue to go over the same spot multiple times?
@waltercondi4584 ah. One shot - just swipe it on until it’s all covered
@@ReviewThisThing thanks, I'm a bit OCD and I'll keep going over the same area. You should see me do sheet rock, my taping and spackle come out a mess 😂😂😂
@waltercondi4584 🤣🤣🤣
excellent !
Thank you!
I just used this product and my experience was nothing like Review This Thing's. Of course, I'm just an average Joe and not trying to grow a web site / RUclips page; but perhaps my experience is due to the fact that I have a much older vehicle (1999 Ford Ranger) than R.T.T. used. The headlights are very yellow and foggy.
I used the Cerakote Ceramic Headlight Restoration kit, following the instructions to the letter! Results were very disappointing.
Some of the yellow and fog was removed, but a lot was not. So now the headlights look even worse because rather than a uniform appearance, they're completely blotchy looking. So I did not go to the last step of applying the Ceramic Clear Coating. Rather, I even went back and repeated Step 1 with Oxidation wipes which, by the way, did not turn anywhere near the dirty and/or yellow appearance as shown in Cerakote's "How To" video. Followed that up with another "rub down" with the 2000 grit sanding disc, then the 3000 grit pad. (BTW, I think they "cheaped out" only providing 2 discs of each; should be double that.) The second run through steps 1 & 2 removed a little bit more of the yellow fogginess, but only a little bit more. I have before and after photos, but obviously this site does not provide a means of showing them.
My conclusion is that if one has a relatively late model car with modest fading / fogging of the headlights, you will probably have success with this product; but if, like myself, you're facing a more serious challenge, this product will disappoint you.
Thank you for your information. It’s good to hear all experiences.
There is clearly a point where zero kits work to repair a heavily damaged headlight surface. I've used this kit on numerous 10-12year old vehicles with moderate to heavy fogging but no major surface damage from oxidation and the deep damage that can result. Also, the final step with the ceramic coating IS the kit. Up until that thick, scratch-filling coating hits the surface, you have a very foggy, sanded headlight.
There is a healthy aftermarket replacement headlight industry for a reason.
@johnfreeman440 solid point
Mine came out amazing but am so tempted to go again with step three . Anyone do that and howd it turn out? improve or ruin it...
If you do, let us know!
@@ReviewThisThing Woke up and had some dew on top of headlights where the sealer (Step3) was compromised, I called Support and wondered if i could just go over the area affected, and they said no way. It is not made for the sealer to go on top of sealer and would turn it cloudy and ruin it.
Ahhh. There ya go. Thanks!
How long does it last
I’d say a year or so.
Hi...I bought the Cerakote headlight restorer kit but have not opened it yet. My headlights are just starting to oxidize around the outer edges and not where the light shines through. Would it work OK to just do step 1 only...that is, just use the oxidation remover pads only? I started to try that but somewhere I think it said using the pads (in step 1) would leave the headlight "cloudy looking", so I'm wondering if I should leave well enough alone and just wait until the oxidation is worse and then do all three steps?
When you finish Step 1, they definitely get cloudy. They get a little cloudier with step 2. It’s not until after 3 that they clear up. I’d leave them until they’re bad if it were me.
@@ReviewThisThing Thanks....I'm going to take your advice and wait until the oxidation is worse!
Good luck!
It's not a question of how the headlights look on Day One. Most look great with these kits on the first day. It's what the headlights looks like after 12 - 14 months in the sun. That's the true test and final word.
Exactly! We’ll hopefully do an update next year.
Does this work with the plastic yellow already
I’m not completely sure, but it would be worth a try.
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At 2:17/2:18 in the video you switched from low beam to high beam !
Right. We were just showing the brightness of the light. Low and high.
Yup tons of scratches when you're looking at it closely. Wouldn't do it on expensive headlights
Good point!
Wipenew headlight restore lasts 3 to 5 years.
Where do you get that?
@@ReviewThisThing for me autozone , oriellys or amazon
Good deal. Thanks.
How about now is it still clear?
I would say over a year later it’s about 50% better than it was before/50% worse than after.
Wow that came out shitty. You might want to try Meguires Spray UV protection. I did mine with 1000-1200-2500&4000 wet sand and They look great however one looks better than the other. 😅 we’ll see how they hold up.
Oh wow. We’ll take a look.
first
You’re the man!
@@ReviewThisThing pshhh
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It always amazes me that people will give a product a low rating because they didn't follow the directions.
Haha. Yes.
Thanks for the review.
Thanks for watching!!!
Yes it works take a picture of before wait 6 months and take another picture you'll see when that stuff wears off your right back to square one oxide headlight again
Ours lasted a year or so.
Yea mine lasted almost a year it's just a temporary fix.
Looks good for a year 😁
If your headlights are in that dire need to be restored from oxidation, then the only answer is how much do you want to spend. A couple of hundred or less than $20 with a little time and effort. This seems to be a no brainer.
Yep!
I just did my wife’s car, it was the easiest kit I ever used.
Awesome! Thanks for letting us know!!!
O X I D A T I O N
O X I D I Z A T I O N
It's not oxidization...it's oxidation.
Oxidization is also a word.
@@ReviewThisThing Hmmm.....that was a new one on me but you're right. Did a search of that word before and didn't get a hit but did this time. From what I uinderstand...one is the process and the other is the result.
@Chrisinpa no worries. Several people have said that, so I had to look it up and make sure, too 😁
@@ReviewThisThing 😀
Glad I have glass headlights so I won't ever have to do this again on my car.
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@@ReviewThisThing I had so many cars I had to do this on, it was crazy. Only lasts 1 year TOPS. Most the time I was doing it 3-6 months.
Thanks for the heads up! I guess that’s where the warranty comes in handy!
We bought this product and watched your video. It is helpful. But it is OXIDATION not OXIDIZATION,!!!!
Thank you for watching! I assure you oxidization is a word. It means the same thing as oxidation. They are interchangeable.
It's ox-i-da-tion, not ox-i-di-da-ation.
Thanks for watching
I’m actually saying “oxidization” which means the same thing as oxidation. Thanks!
@@ReviewThisThing Copy that, my bad.
No worries. Thanks again for watching!
Just use WD-50
🤔 Interesting idea. I don’t know that I’ve ever seen WD-50.
Its like WD-40 but aged just a bit more.
@@chrispyfer7721 😂😂
What a wast of time and money.. keep wasting your money on these companies..
What do you use?
@@ReviewThisThing New headlights. There cheap.
Haha. Okay. Makes sense.