And what country can preserve its liberties if their rulers are not warned from time to time that their people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms. The remedy is to set them right as to facts, pardon and pacify them. What signify a few lives lost in a century or two? The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.
Just used that exact kit. Prepare for your arms being tired before you're done with the first headlight, but it did make a very visible difference. Longevity, no idea yet but there are enough extra applications in the box for at least a touch-up (if needed) before the year is out. For what it cost, it was a great stopgap solution instead of buying a pair of $500 headlight assembly.
To get a good finish, use paper towels and Windex to remove as much of the oxidation as possible before using the pads in the kit. Lasts about 6-8 months. Used it on our now 13 year old Kia until the lenses started crazing on the inside. Went to Rock Auto for after market replacements which cost less than $300 for both. If you keep a car over 100K you'll eventually have to replace exterior plastic. Especially if you live in Florida.
"shade tree" remedy is applying a paste of Bon Ami & water. Scrub with an old toothbrush. Rinse & Reapeat as necessary. Toothpaste may be used instead of B-A. After cleaning, not sure of an appropriate but necessary (?) sealer.
Just used that exact kit. Prepare for your arms being tired before you're done with the first headlight, but it did make a very visible difference. Longevity, no idea yet but there are enough extra applications in the box for at least a touch-up (if needed) before the year is out. For what it cost, it was a great stopgap solution instead of buying a pair of $500 headlight assembly.
ReplyDeleteWould power tools make it easier? I'm thinking a buffer on a drill...
DeleteTo get a good finish, use paper towels and Windex to remove as much of the oxidation as possible before using the pads in the kit. Lasts about 6-8 months. Used it on our now 13 year old Kia until the lenses started crazing on the inside. Went to Rock Auto for after market replacements which cost less than $300 for both. If you keep a car over 100K you'll eventually have to replace exterior plastic. Especially if you live in Florida.
Delete"shade tree" remedy is applying a paste of Bon Ami & water. Scrub with an old toothbrush. Rinse & Reapeat as necessary. Toothpaste may be used instead of B-A. After cleaning, not sure of an appropriate but necessary (?) sealer.
ReplyDeleteWorks fantastic, included is an excellent crystal clear resin you apply after doing the prep work.
ReplyDeleteFlitz polish and a Melamine magic sponge
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Plus it is cheap and super easy.
I used Simichrome polish, worked very well. Wax to seal, lasts about a year. Easy, very easy (lazy).
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