Headlight Restoration Education 🧠 STEP-BY-STEP (The Pro's method)

[@hashtagjustadad5110]

I love how you use the compression of the sponge to show how much or little force you use as you’re sanding. That visual makes a more powerful statement than simply saying “Im using very little pressure”. Great job.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you ...I'm glad you noticed..😉

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@adamwing9301]

Bro, Ive been doing headlight restorations through my detail business for 25+ years. Your method cuts my time by OVER 50%..... I used to do 500 to 2500 grit in steps..500, 800, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500 hand sanding, then coating or polish (depending on customer preference and budget) Thank you for your vids, you da man bud! That Trizac 3000 pad!!!! Thank you so much, that pad is the $hizzz!!!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yeah I used to jump from 800 to 1000 to 2500 to normal 3000 then buff out with a regular drill... Took twice as long.. the 3000 trizact is magic and they know it that's why it's so expensive..lol It cuts all those discs in need for them down and doesn't even better job... Hi-Tech.. appreciated I'm glad you like the method it's fast and efficient extremely healthy for the headlight and nothing I've ever done has them over performing they literally work at 110% at night.... Every customer loves it..💯🤓

[@MattSwan3333]

Same here bro! Just used the trizact pad today!! Beast mode!! O I ordered the high speed 3"in polisher too. Otw. Doing without right now.

[@JohnFaire]

From 800 to 3000, and it works well. I was like, that's at least 30min time savings for me.

[@Michael-hg6ky]

Another great demonstration.....best lesson learned is the light touch and feel of each sanding step and recognizing the residue color and consistency......Just amazing.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome I'm glad you got the point of everything on the video it's very important.. also appreciate you checking the video out...👍🏽

[@shoncarter3730]

You sir are the Shifu of headlight restoration. If you start a school, I'm pretty sure every dealer in the country will send at least three of their employees to take your course. Keep up the good work.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yes sir thank you appreciate it.., 😊

[@papasquirrel5559]

I am encouraged by your method as dry sanding looks to be more able to "gauge" the material your removing. I wet sand and have done a fair amount of headlights in my local area, however consistency is always a challenge. I will work on learning your method as I want to get the best results for my clients.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

If you want the best by far this method.. what's your background you should pick it up very quickly.... Check out this new video just dropped..kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6OQpomapt5jmrcsi=ywy7TyeF66H6TwdU

[@ScottDavid-h8n]

I appreciate your guidance. After watching several of your videos, I finally garnered up the courage to dry sand my own headlight. They turned out amazing. Thank you so much. Now I have a question. Can a water repellant such as RainX be used on properly repaired and coated headlights? Or is there another product you would recommend? Or is it detrimental to the coating and plastic? Thank you for your videos and the time you put into them.

[@dandydonslife9869]

Wow, head light pro, really great tutorial, step by step. One of the best you have done, really enjoyed watching and learning more from you. Thanks.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome ... really glad you enjoyed it and appreciate your support and viewing...💯💪🏽😁

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Hey...thank you so much.... always glad to see that you watched...😁💯

[@RickP-y2w]

Best headlight tutorial restoration video. 😊

[@dt6452]

As always very informative video, I like the explanation on taping heavy around the light and the dust explanation on the p500 and p800. I used 1 of the 3m restoration kits from 2020 i still have to do my 2003 Silverado and 2011 Nissan Rogue i did in 2020. They was not protected and the Rouge was very bad but my Silverado wasn't. They both came out really good but I didn't clearcoat the Rouge cause i didnt have the Meguires clearcoat when finished what can i do to clearcoat it since it's been a couple of weeks apart from doing both of them. I use the Milwaukee M12 drills and did buy the Ac Delco Polisher snd CG polishing compound but not the sanding discs dont know if I want try to do as a business. Have you ever thought of adding each step in chapters so you can find a certain step easier insted of searching for it if you need to watch it again.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome man.... Never thought about that I'll keep that in mind...

[@RCCustoms73]

I've watched all your videos and have soaked up so much knowledge! This video is up there in your top 3 because you've taken the time to show and explain every little step. Thanks so much for all your work and behind the scenes stuff you do!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you so much for always supporting my work and my channel really appreciate it....💪🏽🤓💯

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@johnschiesser144]

Beautiful restoration! Thanks for your mentoring it's upping my game dramatically!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@fernandobedoy7439]

Outstanding like always, and thank you for elaborating.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you for your support...💯💪🏽

[@blakefl8623]

After following these steps, do you have a video or recommendations for keeping the headlights in good condition so they don’t yellow again? I have a Lexus ES330 that has horribly yellow headlights.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@jimsix9929]

I have to try this, I am a mechanic but always loved detailing cars, I have the best buffers , compounds, and a seperate pad for each compound, I did a black 1964 GTO with original paint, no one else would touch it, a 120,000 dollar car it looked like a mirror, but when I buff and wax newer cars they look great then a month later the headlights are foggy, I did try sanding them starting with 320 and progressively getting to 2,000 and using a gloss clear ceramic engine enamel, this did work pretty well they look good for a few years but with all the water sanding and drying time it takes 3 hours, so glad I found this, now I can do it faster and better

[@joelacy-j4o]

The 3M hard lens plastic polish is discontinued. What are you using now?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

What did it say in the video?

[@davemartindale8610]

Hi where can you buy the drill interface? That looks soft and spongey where as the ones i find have stiff backs on them

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Everything listed in the bio..

[@chrissanchez6610]

I've double coated using that coating, but that was before I discovered your channel and I totally understand why you shouldn't do it! It causes like a frosted look on the lens instead of a crystal clear look, it really sucks haha! I ordered everything and they should be here Friday, I'm pretty excited! I was thinking of putting together an aftercare kit that I can offer to my customers for like 25 bucks, just to make some extra cash. What do you think brotha?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

I'd go for it it's a lot of work.... I stopped doing it might pick it up again someday but 90% of the customers are not car people and or just plain lazy respectfully... So they're like I'll just call you..lol

[@feet4fins1]

I received all of my restoration products from Amazon. I am going to do the headlights today on my wifes Lexus. I have watched many if not all. I am a bit scared but needing more courage. Maybe I should start my learning curve by doing her sisters older Honda first. I will post my progress when finished.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

No need to be nervous you can watch what I do on any given vehicle maybe even that one on one of these videos step by step what I do that's what I would do watch a step positive watch pause it you know or even have it playing in the background while I do it.... I often do things like that working on a vehicle or doing something other than headlight restoration somebody else's video..lol

[@feet4fins1]

Thank you for the encouragement. I will be doing the Honda tomorrow. Quick question...I have the Chemical Guys Headlight Restorer, Turtle wax and Meguiares PlastX,,,should I try a combination for the polishing step?@@theheadlightrestorationpro

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@feet4fins1 I would keep it simple just use one.. not everything makes us together correctly... If I was going to use any of those it would be the chemical guys. I would definitely stay away from the plastic x...

[@danielsharon524]

Getting ready to do this for the 1st time. Great tutorial. Thank you! Kinda suprised you're able to go directly from 800 to 3000 & that you don't use DA sanding on the final step.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yes..DA would not produce enough speed and heat to gain this kind of clarity...DA's are designed to protect against this.... Also it's not just a 3000...... it's a 3,000 Trizact...much much different and more powerful and magical if I had to use a word.... there's no disc like it....kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6OQpomapt5jmrcsi=TOSr9JnOcf7mSWz8

[@aidenbrooks9888]

would a buffing bad on the AC Delco after polishing do a better job than buffing with the microfiber?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

No.

[@rojoeclipse94]

I’ve used this headlight coating spray myself. Not near as many head lights as you though. I’m curious, how long would you say the coating lasts on average?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome I have just things for your question... Check this out..kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHbLemeIi9yYZtksi=9iSkl9KPMPrEM6fs

[@MarioCrayola71]

Do you have a video of headlight restoration of a 2015 2017 hyundai sonata?

[@troyhenry3267]

Should you use two P500 and P800 disc pads per headlight? So you minimize pad buildup on each?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

If that's what you feel you need to do.... Just continue to watch and you'll start understanding how things work you have to gauge and use what you feel is necessary for each light.

[@davidmctague8060]

Dude!! You are the GOAT!!! Thank you . May God bless you for your hard work and willingness to give this information out..

[@goldenbear31]

Hi, thanks for the how to video. I do have a couple questions if you don’t mind: 1) how do you go about sanding headlights with a tight wedge in the bumper that makes it impossible to reach with 3” round pad on drill? 2) what are your thoughts on Meguiars Plastx lens polish? 3) what are your thoughts on Cerakote lens coating wipes vs. The Meg’s spray coating? Thanks!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

You should watch a couple of my videos cuz a lot of the questions you ask our numerous videos.... It's rare that you come into a location that you cannot hit with the 3-inch disc or 3 inch end piece.. and if you did it'd be very small and you would just do it by hand... Maguire's plastic x is one of the lowest levels of plastic polish for headlights out there.. it just doesn't do as much as the other ones it's a very old product... I'm a huge fan of cerakote.... With that being said their wipes are ceramic coating and I feel the ceramic coating has no need or place on headlights it's too thin and it decorates over time very fast but the number one reason for me not agreeing with it is that it is a wipe anything that is a wipe is going to be extremely inefficient and adulterated compared to something with a spray.. it's sitting in a bag with the material with a cloth which has a bunch of fibers and all kind of stuff going on and human touch at it leaves streaks even if you don't see them at first when eroding they come out.. any kind of wipe is going to be inferior to spray... I would only use a wipe in an emergency and I almost would rather wait to the emergency passes to just use a spray... You'll never get this kind of quality with wipe...

[@goldenbear31]

Thanks for the prompt response.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@goldenbear31 no problem 👍🏽

[@troyhenry3267]

I have a not so powerful battery operated drill, and a corded drill. I don't think my battery drill has enough RPM's /torque needed to do a complete 500/800/3000 sanding disc job and have enough gas to do the polishing step. so my question, do you recommend i perform my headlight restoration job using my electric /corded hand drill ??

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Porta drill is always going to be easier to handle.. I'll advise you first and foremost to do what I do on the videos... The drill is not going to be enough for the polishing step... It's not going to have enough speed..

[@jimjames6287]

Do you recommend to always do the headlights while mounted or would it be okay to take them out and secure them on a workbench, so as to avoid damage to the vehicle's paint while sanding and/or spraying?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

If you think you could secure them easy or better than a 2000 pound vehicle will hold it still.. they need to be very still...

[@jimjames6287]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro Good point. Thanks.

[@kvinanaka]

Well done man, love your vids. Thanks for this extended version. May you continue to prosper as you share your knowledge

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Hey thank you very much appreciate your good words and your viewing..🙏🏽😁

[@aidenbrooks9888]

Is cleaning the headlight with glass cleaner right before the 500 grit necessary?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

No you don't need to clean the headlight at all unless it's extremely filthy .. I only use typically 99% of the time glass cleaner to clean after the 3000 trizact stage...

[@josegarcia6616]

Hello sir..I have a question. Do you recommend the Milwaukee 2438 polisher/sander for this project? I am trying to avoid buying the Ryobi drill for sanding and the AC Delco polisher. If I can do both steps using the Milwaukee tool that would be great. Thank you for creating this content, it really helps everyone with nasty headlights. Happy Holidays.😀

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

I would go into the bio check the stats on the Ryobi then check the stats on your drill you don't want too much torque and you don't want too much RPM.. there should be around the stats of the reality within reason.... You cannot use the drill for polishing and obtain this level of quality... It's just not going to happen because it's not fast enough... You can do a decent rendition but it won't be this perfect Tim like this you're looking more like out of five or six... Also it would affect your clarity and the transparency..(how good your lights would work) New video... kzbin.info/www/bejne/ane8gnpqp7iqodksi=SsQGBZADstxQenEa

[@keithroberts5611]

A True Master Class thankyou so much!! Its surprising just little things one forgets over time!! 😊🇬🇧👍

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yes very true.. I end up deviating and having a little issues I don't like and then when I go back to the beginning and cover all of my processes and steps everything comes out perfect...

[@cheferman65]

Awesome as usual, clear clean and concise direction demonstrated beautifully. Thank you for teaching me.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you for watching I made these videos in this channel for people like you... Really appreciate you watching ...

[@BS-fs6kx]

If the factory clear coat is not sun damaged at all other than "stone chips" and scratches, what do you do ? Do you sand it all off and just do a normal restoration or is there a way to "repair the damage" without having to remove the factory coat ?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@troyhenry3267]

Instead of a drill, could I use my DA polisher with a 3" backing plate?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

No da is not the same...... It's not going to produce enough torque and or the right motion for sanding you'll end up with a lot of damage to fix... For polishing it's not the right motion or the right speed you're not going to produce enough heat.....so no

[@leobaumgartner7254]

Did you have to wait a certain amount of time before driving after applying the meguairs headlight coating?..

[@Tony-vf3sg]

Thank you for sharing this video, very helpful. Where would we be able to get the 3m lens & hard plastic cleaner? It seems not available on Amazon.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Just gotta keep looking different places.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6O6fZp_asp9jrcsi=XxE60RRotPwWhMXl

[@ppg19782]

My front headlights on my 2018 Hyundai Sonata the top of the light is cloudy..half of it..then the bottom is clear... Do I have to polish the entire headlight? Also where can I buy the attachment that fits the drill? The sandpaper velcroes to the attachment can be purchase at HomeDepot? Really appreciate your input.. Much blessings 🙌 Ty😎😎

[@aidenbrooks9888]

do you have any experience with Mothers power plastic polish?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

It's okay.... Different level the stuff I'm using on here are like very high level.

[@brianhelsten2657]

Do you ever take the lights out to do restoration? My 04 silverado i think would be a lot easier to just pull em.

[@thegettingoveritguy7266]

Could u please inform us of a similar product to 3m 39017 cant get that product here in Australia was hoping u could inform me of a equivalent product to use. All other products you have suggested to use i have managed to track down. Also could u please inform us of rear tail light restoration would it be a similar process or slightly different due to tail light material.? Thanks again for great videos

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@gtbjamal]

Is the 3m hard polish beneficial for the cleaning process or can you just use the gap1156 by itself

[@iderik01]

Another excellent video! I did a Ford Explorer yesterday and the clear on those are so hard. Had to go down to P320. I have learned it all from you. Working in DR with this.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

All right man I'm glad to hear this step to the challenge and mastered it....💯🤓

[@iderik01]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro Thanks to you I could do it! That simple. Just following what you are doing.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@iderik01 exactly it's right there like a road map...💪🏽🤓

[@iderik01]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro Yes very true! You are very skilled so I try to copy what you are doing but of course it will take its time. At least I have the right tools, the Ryobi and a polisher that does 8400 revs..

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@iderik01 awesome man...that's why I put it all out there.... Everything I use and do hundreds of times from beginning to end so you can see exactly how I get these perfect results and follow and do the same....💯🤓😉

[@roysla]

Have learned alot from you the real master. How long would u say the polish would tske before burning the headlight?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Glad to hear that I really appreciate it glad that everything is working out for you and that you're enjoying these videos and soaking it up..💯👍🏽

[@roysla]

Sent for the exact polisher you use. How long does it to burn a spot on the plastic if one was to leave it in one spot

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@roysla just keep it moving you're fine you'd almost have to try to.... With a dry sponge....

[@marcuslima2535]

mate, how do you know that it`s time to stop the p500 step? I`ve noticed when you`re doing the polish sometimes comeback with the p800 to get rid of some scratches, but never seen you coming back to the p500 after you start the p800, how do you know you finished the job with the p500 and then that you finished with the p800 as there will be always white dust coming out from the p800. I`m getting much better with your technique, but I`m still struggling with few scratches and not been that clear even after the clearcoat. Im using the turtlewax polish and I will may swap to the chemical guys.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

You should be able to fill it eventually you'll be able to feel how the drill is moving also as you said the dust will change color and the surface will appear smoother the more uniformed...

[@michaelparedes6030]

How much do you charge normally or does it depend on the condition of the headlight?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@INTIREMOBILETIRESHOP]

I'm still watching headlight videos and you're still the leader.😎 Question about the Ryobi drill... since that's what I have. Are you fully squeezing the trigger the entire time and is your speed setting on 1 or 2?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

I run mine on the high setting the fast setting and I feather the trigger depending on placement and difficulty of light... Meaning I'm brought a flat spots I got it all the way down, on corners and tight spots like better the trigger slower... With that being said I would do what's comfortable for you if you need to slow down or use the slower setting that should be fine keep in mind that I've literally done at this point probably over 2,000 headlights I stop counting over a year ago at 1,000.. so I have my pressure control and everything else down especially wisdom... I was stick to some broad lights and turn it up all the way and see how it feels...

[@INTIREMOBILETIRESHOP]

Do you have a video with side by side differences between 3000 grit sandpaper vs 3000 grit trizac pad?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@INTIREMOBILETIRESHOP I do but I can't quite remember which video it is.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@INTIREMOBILETIRESHOP it might be this one.

[@erickruiz-hl5vs]

Great info… I’ve been told to apply coating when headlights are still slightly foggy… when I try this product gonna follow your tutorial 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@ross9580]

That Meguiar's clear spray states on the can 'Keeps headlights clear for 1 year' I have no interest in repeating the process annually... Are there longer lasting coatings?

[@WvsVFX]

Are these results still achievable by using hand sanding instead? I really want to give my headlights a go but don't want to fork out money on a battery powered drill and polisher

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Not really.... sorry... This is a huge reason why you don't see results like this anywhere really... It just wouldn't come out correctly... Check out these videos and it'll kind of explain a bit more about why wouldn't work... kzbin.info/www/bejne/nl6bc36Lert6iLssi=Kywj_aB0e4X7pCuz kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3XJgZKaptxko7csi=HI5AVlm_J2LTqZ7s

[@WvsVFX]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro okay no worries, thankyou for help anyway

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@WvsVFX 👍🏽

[@Ferwail]

You absolutely can wet sand by hand and get identical results. Just progressively move through the grits.

[@aidenbrooks9888]

what do you do if your clear coat starts to run while you’re spraying.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@turismocasadecorrientes6033]

Greetings from Argentina! thanks for sharing this awesome videos. Saddly i can only get 2k spray clear coat from the brand TRIMAS, it says in the can that is uv resistent. You think it could work? Thanks!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

2K clears not designed for headlights.... You got to use what you got but I would try anything else before this.....

[@turismocasadecorrientes6033]

@@theheadlightrestorationproThank you very much!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@sandycultofthesun]

Wow so, between the final two steps of polishing with the chemical guys product and the final step of the Meguiar's headlight spray coat you're only using a microfibre towel? I understand of course the polishes you use have benefits with the oils, I'm just surprised that the Meguiar's goes straight on I would have been worried about the oils and stuff, but I guess it's so smooth at that point that the microfiber gets it pretty clean. I would've thought you'd need to use isopropyl or something before the headlight coat. ty as always for your vids man so knowledgeable 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Lot of people think this and it just messes up the health of the headlight also the clarity as alcohol still leaves residue behind especially when introduced into something else so it dings your clarity also it dries your headlight out of those beneficial oils which are a thousand percent good for your headlights... Fun fact headlights are made out of oil.....😱😱😱 Check this video out if you haven't.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnSXi3WrZZd9kMksi=pr6G3vXX6gWqrt4n

[@finnsgarageLLC]

Why not just ceramic coating after you polish? Would this last longer that a UV spray coating?

[@MarcusUnread]

Rad. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience. With that nightmare CTS job, would removing the headlight make it less laborious 😰 vs hours of hand sanding? May be a dumb question 🙋🏻‍♂️ but I’m alright with that 😅

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Headlights that are removed believe it or not are upcharge... It brings to difficulty level up a notch by far.. Just think what's going to hold that light still? Nothing better than a 2000 lb vehicle

[@MarcusUnread]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro That makes perfect sense 👌🏽

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@MarcusUnread 👍🏽

[@JLGroves-dk3ys]

Why do some headlights remain cloudy even though I follow your method to the tee?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

First you really got to be true to yourself and evaluate if you really do use my method and follow my steps and products to the t... A lot of people say this but they're actually lying and they're lying to themselves...lol Cuz if you were more than likely your headlights would come out perfect like mine... But at the same time you can only work with what you are given some lights have permanent damage and other things going on that will not come out perfect....

[@livegood9876]

How many times can you restore an ACURA MDX headlight in total? I have been told only 2 times by the dealer.

[@thegettingoveritguy7266]

Hi I've been following alot of your great videos and I've noticed after you use trizac 3000 you use 3m polish 39017. Or now it's not so readily available 3m 36060 with chemical guys polish. Then you spray on headlight clear Question is, will headlight cleat adhere to light with polish that has a percentage of oil as part of its make-up or would you polish then wipe down with glass cleaner then spray for long term reliability? Thanks for any feedback

[@terrencevinson5840]

Do you tact before your clear coat?

[@dennisconrad6124]

I just discovered your channel and just started watching your videos. So maybe somewhere you’ve mentioned this. In this video, you mentioned you’d never want to do a CTS-V again. Could you either do a video, or list other problem cars?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Already done... kzbin.info/www/bejne/pam1qXhrgcdnatksi=iOtpQ41lGSaWQayt kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioW6pHSPnN5gn7ssi=-cS5wArA23G8XyMe

[@dennisconrad6124]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro Hey thanks! I’m glad I asked. I’m old enough to know, that if you want to know something, ask the person that does!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@dennisconrad6124 yes sir... No harm in asking..👍🏽😁 thanks for watching....

[@RosoPwnd]

Amazing vid! How long does a trizact pad normally last? How many headlights do you do with 1? How do you tell when it starts going bad? Many thanks!

[@RosoPwnd]

How much pressure with the trizact pad also? Similar to sanding?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

You can use them for about 4 to 6 cars.. you can see that they're going bad easily.. you will know. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYm4iIp8aZx-r9Usi=ntUGrrEmlExS9_Wy

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Similar to sanding...

[@RosoPwnd]

Bro I just spend a few hours writing u an awesome comment, maybe it was too long n KZbin deleted it, how do I message u direct, even tho I tried to make it as audience based as possible)

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@RosoPwnd there's an email.. This is the second time somebody told me this today I think if it's too long they will delete it and flag you or something....

[@brianwelch-e9i]

I did this with HID f150 headlights and it looked good and next day I noticed some spots have some haze now and some scratches appeared after the car wash'

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yeah not supposed to wash your vehicle for a couple days afterwards buddy... And the scratches you got to watch your heavy-handedness and always double check your work if you see them unfinished product that means you can see them before you were finished... Nothing to it but to do it again and do it better..

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

And if it's not a hundred degrees plus outside wait for a minimum of 72 hours... It takes 16 hours to cure fully in 80 plus degree heat... What you need not to mess with it definitely don't wash your car I tell every person I do have that restoration do not wash your car for 72 hours..... Also make sure you're applying one coat not 2 like a can says..

[@markharootunian775]

I love your videos and i have learned a lot!! How much does this service cost, roughly?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

You have to check your area...

[@aidenbrooks9888]

how do you know if the headlights needs a lower grit than 500

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

If the 500 isn't doing much...

[@mikeazeka1753]

Excellent video, lots of details for beginners like me!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome man plenty of more of 130 videos now streaming...

[@CTOplayer]

How long does this process last? Great video!!!

[@El5atam]

am i okay to spray clear coat after that job done ?

[@poliranjefarovakraljevo]

Hello there i love your work and i just have one question , 3m 3000p can be use more times or just for one headlight?

[@matthanson9223]

Can be used for many vehicles

[@immortalassassin4456]

really appreciate your explaination Sir. You are the most helpful when it comes to headlight restoring

[@chrissanchez6610]

What year or years of CTSV's should we look out for??

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

All....

[@chrissanchez6610]

@theheadlightrestorationpro Hahaha ok thanks bro

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@chrissanchez6610 👍🏽

[@sandwichburger4856]

Yow , how you can remove with 500grit on some clearcoat , i have to down to 240 and no interface to move the clear coat sometime

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

What are you talking by hand? About 95% of the headlines will easily be done with the p500... Some yes with the 240 or lower but it's much more rare and definitely want to use the interface back with no interface pad it's just insane as far as how bad you can , Grove out the headlight.

[@sandwichburger4856]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro hand or drill , but its act like the sand disc slide on the clearcoat with the interface, and by hand is more difficult than ever scratch can appear before the clearcoat move

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@sandwichburger4856 👍🏽

[@sandwichburger4856]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro so you never have this case ? Of clearcoat cant move with soft interface pad

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@sandwichburger4856 there's over 100 videos of this method on this channel... If you add in my five portfolio videos probably about 250... Each one comes out to Crystal Clear perfection... And these are just the ones that I've chosen to record..... That's your answer.....

[@DelgadoDetailing]

Love your method and all the free education you are giving us. I've had amazing results recently with your method. Quick question about the 3000 trizack. In this vid you said you can use it more than a regular pad. How many times do you recommend using a 3000 pad before tossing it? I've been using 1 for 2 lights before tossing them, but they are so expensive lol

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

It all depends on how much you use it or abuse it.... I get maybe four to five cars out of them.... You know they're no good anymore once they stop making things clear.. you also know they're no good anymore when the gray part becomes dark gray instead of light you can almost see the front surface of it dissipating... Yeah those things are expensive as hell I do my best to Max them out completely...

[@DelgadoDetailing]

@theheadlightrestorationpro Omg thanks man! I've been wasting mine lol. Appreciate the fast response

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

💪🏽💯

[@routeddown66]

I work on paint with 3m pads at a pro level and have been using them for going on 10+ years now. I will use then until they no longer remove the previous sanding marks. Say you have a 1500# scratch in a 1 inch radius. I work my 3k over that in a 2 inch radius. If I do 3-4 passes with a medium firm pressure and it's no longer leaving a new ring and removing the original scratch I know it's no longer functional and I'm wasting time at that point. Bc I'm now polishing rather than cutting out scratch.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Cool man.👍🏽😊

[@davidlouiso9650]

@restoration pro. So how much do you charge for this service?

[@frankhutchison2382]

The Meguiars product is good but at $40.00 a can here in Australia it's pricing itself out of the market.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yes that's a bit expensive I get it for about a fourth of that...

[@squareeyes1117]

Know a good alternative mate? SuperRipoffAuto sells a toolpro drill kit while Bunnings offers a trojan kit which has some OEM buff. I'm gonna give them both a crack tomorrow for $47 since I fked up my headlights today trying to clear coat them. Just gonna sand them right down and buff them

[@nampham5219]

I'm from Vietnam and want to learn about your headlight polish product. Can I have some product information, please? Thank you.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

In the Bio my friend.... Just click the biome everything is in there...☺️

[@nampham5219]

I'm Vietnamese so I don't want to go to Bio. Can you give me the link to access that page? Thank you

[@nampham5219]

@@theheadlightrestorationproCan I ask for the name of the lamp shade stain, thank you

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@nampham5219 in the bio one click

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@nampham5219 all products are listed in the bio you click the link and it tells you everything about them..

[@diegozapata04]

The best and not one can’t said diferencie you are men and the master ❤

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

💪🏽😁💯

[@jdhockey526]

Polycarbonate melts at around 300c/570f for injection molding (19:30) 👍

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yes.. exactly... It melts just under 300° Fahrenheit..(about 290° f) And it flows like liquid just over 300° Fahrenheit...👍🏽😁 Polycarbonate has a glass transition temperature of about 147 °C (297 °F), so it softens gradually above this point and flows above about 155 °C (311 °F). Not Celsius........ This is why I Said that .(200° Plus)

[@pvasicc209]

thats some AWESOME asss work. cant wait to start on mine . MUCH APPRECIATED.

[@melchoralvarado6178]

You are the best master pro.! Repect.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome man thank you.... I like to think so...lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ItsyaboyR.B]

Thank you for this demonstration.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

No problem anytime...

[@guystuff_tv]

Great video! Thanks for the details as well 👍🏾

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome..Thank you for viewing 💯

[@cyrexccc]

Loved the new vid bro!! Ordering the tape like you use :)) no more blue tape!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yeah it's very serious thing I've done it before fucking around and luckily the person wasn't mad and it was an old vehicle but it pulled clear coat right off I never used that tape the day after that it's designed for interior decorating painting walls and cabinets and baseboards etc etc.. it's not the surface of a painted vehicle....

[@thegettingoveritguy7266]

Nice video and information great job much appreciated

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you...😁

[@thegettingoveritguy7266]

​@theheadlightrestorationpro Could u please tell me another equivalent product to 3m 39017 hard lens product We don't sell that particular product in Australia but I was hoping u could guide me to a similar product. Great and very detailed videos and examples

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

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[@brendamartin3859]

Where is your business located? I’m a 69 year old woman and would love for you to do my headlight restoration on my 2015 Toyota Corolla.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you I appreciate it Bud more than likely we're not in the same city that would be like a needle in the haystack... I would advise reaching out to restores in your own community... I really appreciate you viewing..😊

[@williamstubbs9737]

got my attention! sub and like, Thanks for going into such detail! 👍👍

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Awesome man check out one of my latest videos here.. I think you like this one.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoXRdGaeotCbkK8si=4ckYxq3c8HaIwHVD

[@bluephi04]

Bro, thank you so much for your tutorials on headlight restoration. I just finished my 2008 Mercedes GL450 and the lights look amazing. I used your steps and products, except for the Ryobi. You are a master. Thank you so much.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Hey thank you so much appreciate it check out the new video Lamborghini restoration...kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4qmh36wd9CBr6csi=TuFD59Vdsi-UYlxl

[@soulodoms8290]

Great video. BTW, you should do a sling blade voice over

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Good idea.. 😂 lol

[@davidlee7186]

love the work and knowledge my guy, humble life.

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

I appreciate you watching stay tuned for plenty more to come soon..

[@grabbabitewelfed1641]

Try the Black Mustang for a while, and let the Black Porsche rest

[@jasonyi7300]

What state are you in ?

[@EricKremer-n3u]

Sorry for m'y englis, tank you fort the generosite, question Do you make a restauration and than put the car outsite wan is snowing, or its bader to wait 24 H tank you

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Actual not to sure...where I'm at it doesn't get that cold....it never snows....🤔🌴🏝️

[@EricKremer-n3u]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro tank you, wen y no y let you no

[@shahzadshahzad7768]

Nice job

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you so much..🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@americanpatriot5836]

Great video

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you .🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Ochtane101]

I used that Meguires, headlight restoration spray, on a set of brand new light housing’s, and I’ll never use it again! I was using it, just to get protection, and a clear lense. Totally opposite happened. My headlights turned patchy, foggy, ect… They looked horrible!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Operator error... If you watch this channel you would know not to spray this stuff on brand new lenses no matter what the this company says... Does not work that way... Good product when you use the way I apply it on over 130 videos on this channel.... Check out the one titled "why not double coat."... Sorry to hear this but you have never heard me on this channel till somebody to do that but quite the opposite.....

[@Ochtane101]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro Yes, I agree, 100%, but the only reason on sprayed my new lights, was for protection, from the UV rays, which it says on the bottle? I don’t recall anywhere in the directions, not to apply to new headlights either?

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@Ochtane101 yeah but the instructions say a lot of things and I often say many videos do not spray on brand new headlights it's a pointless waste of time that's not how you extend the life of headlights after care in which of the poor I have two videos on aftercare and that's the way you want to go.. The product is better than they've ever imagined, they also did not know quite what to do with it when it was made so the instructions are a little wacky and even tells you to double coat or you can use on already good headlights which is a No-No.. I'm one of the foremost experts at using this product probably more than the people who invented it as though I've used it more than them and live testing and live settings and live vehicles that drive around for years including my own... Best to listen to me...💯

[@grandmastert01]

What about using the green tape then a heavier tape on top of it ? That green tape is crazy expensive and there has to be a better way to protect the paint then using up so much of that green tape

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yes you can actually do that place tape on top of that tape should make no difference what tape you use as long as that is the substrate bonding to the vehicle... I'm actually experimenting with that right now off camera..🤓 Because of these hard ass lights I keep doing having to do excessive sanding and want something a lot stronger that cannot possibly be put on the paint.. Good thinking..👍🏽

[@grandmastert01]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro I actually bought Scotch Pink Delicate tape then I’ve been using 2 layers of regular blue painters tape from walmart but even all that no matter how careful I am I’m still going off the headlight and hitting the paint. I also thought of using the pink tape then 1 layer of duck tape as long as it doesn’t get on the paint and duck tape is kinda cheap. I just email a company called T-Rex tape it’s suppose to be unbelievably thick. I’m also thinking about switching over to the ryobi 3/8 drill the torque is so low that not even the Ryobi website says how much it has

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@grandmastert01 yeah the 3/8 is very weak...and yes I've been experimenting with the addition tape on top for those heavy grinding jobs and have been trying duck tape...( Gorilla)...still very experimental ... But yes no matter what process you use even hand and wet sanding you will hit the outer edges ...

[@grandmastert01]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro … I’m finding myself having to take the interface pad and the 3m disk off the drill a lot to get into all the different angles that a lot of these headlights have but where I get myself into trouble is when I don’t and use the drill that’s when the drill catches and hits the paint but for the most part in using the drill

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@grandmastert01 👍🏽

[@Steve_Mazza]

Hey, nice video! I noticed in your video description that 3M has discontinued their "Lens & Hard Plastic Cleaner" (39017). Have you found an alternative that works equally well? I compared the MSDS for that to the one for their Rubbing Compound, and the list of ingredients is identical. (The percentages are given as a range, and some of the chemical names aren't exact, so maybe there could still be some slight differences.)

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Yeah with those data sheets they're only going to tell you so much by law or else anybody me you the guy up the street can just go ahead and reproduce what they're making and sell it so they have to be able to have trade secrets so what's your actually seeing is just what's mandated for them to show you what's in there and they're not even showing you the correct ratios of things one can have say 1% and the other one can have 50% of the same thing and those numbers mean a huge difference in products especially chemicals... But those two products are cousin products... Made at the same place with the same ingredients with different ratios and some extra stuff added that's not on there to create a unique product that nobody else has that's all those things work.... But I assure you even though with the naked eye they are not identical by far the actual hard lids product as far superior for headlights check these videos out...kzbin.info/www/bejne/mImUm5iJZ554n5Isi=zeA87HkSXjw9roVa kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6O6fZp_asp9jrcsi=NVPwSZI-IFEu3FHF kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KypJ5vhM16sKcsi=n0ya9EhbjXCOPnmI

[@inspiredbynature5044]

Flawless victory 😂

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

You know it....lol New video.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZDWm3h_fLF2g5Ysi=mWYtKYTPY8yc-6dg

[@mrbo4576]

Awesome thank you

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Thank you 😊

[@JohnFaire]

Super helpful. Thank you

[@RazoE]

Those trizacts are $45! They're worth every penny, though. I restored a set recently and Holy crap 😮

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

Definitely worth it.... And they know it that's why they're so expensive..lol

[@RazoE]

@@theheadlightrestorationpro luckily Amazon sent me 2 sets on accident!

[@theheadlightrestorationpro]

@RazoE got a level when that happens..💯

[@ljbrandt500]

thoughts about applying a good ppf (3m) in lieu of a spray uv protectant? too much work?