Here's a link to the 3M Headlight Restoration kit I used in this video: ebay.us/M9Hddb
@csrxn86249 ай бұрын
First he helps me with my 900rr valve adjustment, then shows me step by step how to restore my windscreen?? Brilliant mechanic with a brilliant channel. Looking forward to more videos in the future! My 94’ 900rr restoration is nearly completed thanks to you!
@SPANNERRASH9 ай бұрын
Great to hear! But you are being too kind :) Good luck with your restoration.
@lunchie802 жыл бұрын
Or use a headlight restoration kit, the type that comes with the spray sealant. The sealant they supply is like magic. Sand/polish it first and then spray the sealant last as per instructions. The sealant makes it go incredibly clear(it fills the tiny swirls from sanding/polishing) and it's a UV protectant as well, stopping the sun damage happening again for years.
@frfr2023frfr2 жыл бұрын
What kind of sand / polish would you recommend?
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an interesting kit I'll have to look that up. I see quite a few people sanding then clear coating headlights which sounds broadly similar. Probably harder to do than polishing though as getting perfect paint finishes is an art in itself. Cheers!
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
@@frfr2023frfr You want to go up in stages, up to like 3000 grit with sand paper. The kits come with the right stages of paper and doing it on a drill makes much lighter work of it. I linked a kit in the description which you can check out.
@frfr2023frfr2 жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH Tried it yesterday on my windshield. Worked up till 2000 and afterwards tried a polisher. Unfortunately it became very blurry. Any idea what to do?
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
@@frfr2023frfr If its blurry as though its "frosted", you need to do a lot more polishing. Are you using a fine grit compound on a foam pad like the kit? It can take a bloody long time with the polish like I mentioned in the vid, but stick with it, and it will become clearer and clearer. If its still got sanding marks in, you need to sand with a finer grit to get rid of those before polishing as the polish wont remove deeper sanding marks. Hope that helps!
@oby-1607 Жыл бұрын
We all have so many things that are plastic. Keeping them clear is always a pain. My prescription glasses are a form of plastic and now I never touch them unless under running water and then after they are wet under the water, I apply soap to clean them. Follow up with a soft wipe with a clean soft cloth. I used to use paper towels or anything to get the dust off before and the haze became so bad replacement was in order. Thank you for the nice video.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Headlights go the same way. You have to be so careful.
@thebrowns53378 ай бұрын
Modern scratch resistant coatings are pretty good though
@paulgandy73472 ай бұрын
Definitely the best way to clean lenses
@dieselrotor2 жыл бұрын
Just what I was looking for. Have a windscreen that looks flawless in the day but You have to sit up and look over it at night due to years of aggressively cleaning off bug carcass. Gonna try this, thanks.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Haha I've scratched many a screen in the same way. Hope this technique works for you too.
@ThreenaddiesRexMegistus Жыл бұрын
Looks a lot better. This has given me an idea for my old helmet visors. I’ll see if they maintain clarity afterwards.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Somewhere in the comments on this video, somebody has put that this doesn't work with visors. I can't remember why. Let us know how you go on if you try it.
@Know-Expert Жыл бұрын
I’m about refurbish a rear window on a Sunbeam Alpine hard top and came across this video. I appreciate the clarity of the explanation as well as the honesty as to how much work is involved. I know how difficult it is making and editing videos and think this was excellently made so new sub and liked for your troubles. Know Expert.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. I am pleased that what we have done may help you. Good luck with your Alpine.
@marambula10 ай бұрын
i’ve done probably 12 headlights, 10 with the 3m products in that same kit. The 3m kit you used is excellent, i think it would have helped to spend a little more time at p3000 trizact wet sanding as if it were a pre-polishing. Once the plastic starts to clear out a bit more from the p3000 trizact then the polish step will be easier/faster. Nice project, it came out looking good!
@SPANNERRASH10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the advice. I will bear it in mind next time. Cheers.
@williamread7202 жыл бұрын
Used a lot of this methodology (with thanks to OP), but found that using a heat gun produces faster and better results, followed by a hand polishing. I guess it depends on how DEEP the scratches are though.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment. Interesting, I have used a heatgun to refresh coloured plastics, but didn't have any idea that it could improve scratches in clear. I will definitely be giving this a go.
@cgmwoodworxАй бұрын
Good looking scooter you have! I miss my old 929.
@SPANNERRASHАй бұрын
Do look at the final decal and clearcoat video I did on this bike, from the playlist. It is my finest hour!!!
@brook_sydtv5968 Жыл бұрын
I've just manage to source a cbr900 92 screen and this is a big help as I was looking I to getting the scratches out. just purchased the M3 kit 😉
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I'll be like new, just be patient and put the time into the polishing.
@Fireblade-Sc283 ай бұрын
I've done my CBR screen with the same items you used and no way can I get it like your finished screen. 🫤 @@SPANNERRASH
@thebrowns53378 ай бұрын
I really miss the old trigger/speed lock buttons drills used to have 30 years ago. Pull the trigger to your desired speed, push in the trigger lock button and thats it... constant speed of your choice and no having to squeeze the trigger full time.
@SPANNERRASH8 ай бұрын
Happy day! :)
@Mooseknuckle7138 ай бұрын
Get a hair tie
@aaronwinter447 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I scuffed a windsheild when I was working on a bike and now have that to add to my fixes. At least I know what to expect. Lots and lots of polish!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Cheers Aaron, hope the guide helps you out with the scuff.
@eeee5042 жыл бұрын
Awesome im going to actually try this on a bubble retro see thru chair!!!
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a cool project! Take your time and I bet you can get it to a perfect finish. Stick with it, hope it works out.
@firebladerider7050 Жыл бұрын
Handy to find this video, I’m doing exactly the same screen👍
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Awesome, I hope your screen comes up just as well as mine did. Take your time, it's not a quick process, but well worth it in the end! 😁
@BazzSelby2 жыл бұрын
I agree, I think the 500 would be a bit harsh. I've watched a couple of vids, doing the same, on helmet visors. The did them by hand, using 800, 1000 & 2000 paper, and the results were very good.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Yes, finer grade grit, and a lot of time for the best results. I used this technique on my car headlights first.
@garychandler4296 Жыл бұрын
Ya, but did you see those deep scratches? It would have taken you DAYS with 800!
@coryhawkins967 Жыл бұрын
That’s a sweet ride you’ve got there.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks Cory, the CBR900RR Fireblade is a wonderful bike.
@jdwisdom9433 Жыл бұрын
"A" for effort, but if it ain't perfect it sucks!! Thank You, JD
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Only 10 hours away from perfect :)
@dangerdavefreestyle Жыл бұрын
Clearly that was a smart choice starting out with 1500. Then finishing with 3000. Then polishing with compound that has probly 8000 grit. I think there is a gap inbetween and they should provide 5000-6000 grit pad. Thats why it takes so long with the polishing compound to get the haze out.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a good idea, but you have to balance the cost against the effort that it takes. I was, and still am, very pleased with the result.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Cheers Dave, I think you're right about that, it would speed the job up a bit to stage it up. Works with some persistence though!
@jdwisdom9433 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tune-up! I finally now know what grit he's starting with! JD
@noelbowerman1562 Жыл бұрын
The clear screen is definitely an improvement
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Yes I love it.
@marklowe74312 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video and interesting to hear the exact same accent that my family have. I was born here in Australia.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mark, sounds like your folks did you a big favour back then 😂
@MrFlae Жыл бұрын
Great work! Sadly, the windshield may fade / yellow after a while. Use some polymer coating in order to protect it from UV rays. There are kits that come with 500ml of polymer and an electric cup to atomize it. I did my car headlights and motorcycle windshield with it and they're like new. The video is a year old now so I'm sure you've already looked into it :)
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
It seems to be holding up quite well. I have used some detailing spray, but some people have suggested ceramic coating.
@garychandler4296 Жыл бұрын
I would have followed up with McGuires PlastX.
@r1learner178 Жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH Plexus is another good plastic polish/protectant.
@colinsmith3320 Жыл бұрын
Very useful thanks ! I need to do this on my Glider canopy but have been very nervous to try !
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I'm sure that if you are methodical it will work out well. Good luck.
@porkychop7522 Жыл бұрын
I know its been a year since this video was uploaded. But, thank you kind sir for this tutorial 😊
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful, and thanks for letting me know you enjoyed it.
@skandix13 сағат бұрын
I have had success with a wool bonnet and a 2K rpm Polisher. Took about 15min on Big Wind Screen. 3M products.
@SPANNERRASH11 сағат бұрын
3m are great. Surprising how well some of these products work. Well done!
@leeclynes47129 ай бұрын
Great video, very helpful. Many thanks. I have bought 3M and have tried this for the first time and followed the instructions to tea unfortunately the results I have gotten unsatisfactory and I’m very disappointed. I have tried to do this method and still have the same results. Shame.
@SPANNERRASH9 ай бұрын
Maybe you need a more powerful drill? Or maybe you are moving between the steps too quickly. It can take quite a time, but you really should be able to get a good result. I have done this on other screens and headlights a few times, sometimes using wet and dry, and paint polishing compound with a standard polishing mop before I got the 3m kit with good results. Good luck if you do give it another go.
@spencerbeckingham10762 жыл бұрын
Wow great videos.. giggled at the finished product…very good effort.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Spencer. Glad you're enjoying them. I was pretty pleased how this old screen came out considering! :)
@arkan7rb2 жыл бұрын
thank you very much sir greetings from Yemen u saved my life
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome! :)
@georgemarin5006 Жыл бұрын
Nice work. Not many people can achieve the steadiness & most of all the patients for that kind of results. I’ve been there and I can honestly say every time I say to myself, last time. Way to much work. Then again the results leave you coming back for more. 😅 Ride on brother!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks George. It is a lot of work, but definatley worth it. I am painting now, that can be really satisfying, but also very frustrating!
@graphicsguy032 жыл бұрын
awesome video! Very clear demonstration. Found this to be very useful with the scratches on my windshield.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Cheers, really glad it's helped you out :)
@raypayne19798 ай бұрын
Great job, I'm going do my screen now.
@SPANNERRASH8 ай бұрын
Hope it works out well for you Ray, its a great technique to revive a plastic screen.
@broderp Жыл бұрын
The very next thing you should have done to that windshield was to coat it with some type of UV protection sealant, spray or coating. It looks great now, but in a lot of sun, it will fade much quicker than when new.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
That would be a good idea, but I wasn't sure what to use so didn't get around to it. but there isn't much chance of a lot of sun in the UK :)
@kalaharimine Жыл бұрын
Nice, Bike looks much better with a clear screen. Not sure why put a black screen that just ends up looking like a piece of bodywork.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I really didn't like the black screen. Like you I felt it just looks like bodywork.
@TimBarnett-pl9kd Жыл бұрын
I found sanding kit through hot tub repair kit. My kit had several strips of fine too really fine work! Can't find fine enough sandpaper, look at hot tub repair kit!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Great tip Tim, thanks for sharing!
@karljay7473 Жыл бұрын
I did this on one of my bikes and it looked great for about 2 years or so. The problem is that the UV really does a job on it. If you do something like a cover, park in the shade... it helps it. It wonder if they actually have a coating that is a UV blocker, that's what we really need.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
My bike is nearly always in the shade, but I have thought about the UV blocker idea. Some people have said to paint them with 2k clear coat, but I would be very reluctant to do that, if it yellowed it would be a real problem to get off.
@philtucker1224 Жыл бұрын
Most good clearcoats have UV blocker. You can get non- yellowing varieties.
@philtucker1224 Жыл бұрын
Personally I would not sand down the good areas as you are just reverse-creating work. (Providing the finishing polish is used liberally all over then you should not see where it has been blended)
@philtucker1224 Жыл бұрын
Also good on visors!
@philtucker1224 Жыл бұрын
(If holding it still is a problem then doing it in situ on the bike is also ok.)
@hankwojo12 күн бұрын
Looks good! I wonder if it would work on a helmet face shield . . .
@SPANNERRASH12 күн бұрын
I've never tried it, I suspect it would work, but visors are usually thinner, I think different plastic, and get touched a lot more. I think the coatings on visors initially have some anti-scratch properties once you have removed these I suspect they will mark again very easily. let me know if you try it, so that you can share your experience. Good luck.
@A_Pt_9298 Жыл бұрын
I've found it helps to have some dish soap/fairy liquid in the water because it allows a smoother sand
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Never thought to use it on this, but I always do when wet sanding paint work.
@eaglestrikes1 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic results, great video thank you for sharing
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I was really pleased with how it came out. Much better thatn the one I replaced.
@eaglestrikes1 Жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH absolutely, and you are right the clear screen looked so much better. Great work sir
@MsDenver2 Жыл бұрын
Can I suggest that you put several coats of detailing on to protect it
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Good idea. A few people have suggested ceramic coating as well.
@mikedelgadillo46472 жыл бұрын
Fireblade is ready for your IOM race.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
It would be great, but I doubt I could make the 118mph average lap requirement for qualifying!! Although in '98 they did 120 average in the production class. Impressive bikes even then.
@1HonestGuero32 жыл бұрын
Are you just being modest or is it flawless? It looks flawless on video ...
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Haha cheers! :D It came out very well, but nothing is ever perfect!
@Ukmongoose32 жыл бұрын
Hi there! Great video. I’m in the middle of a screen resto myself. I’m really fussy about finish and have some fine swirls in the plastic. Did you find that you had residual swirls that show up when you looked really, really closely under direct lighting conditions? I’m going to try the 3000 in my drill and start again, then go down to a very fine polish after using a finishing compound, then Meguiars swirl remover. The final polish will be Bilt Hamber swirl remover, which comes in a silver bottle. Agreed - the screen moving about is a proper nuisance….. I will have a glamorous assistant to help me today, albeit reluctantly!! Have a nice day.
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. I spent a few hours polishing to get it really clear. I suspect if I looked hard enough I might find some swirls, but I think more polishing with the finest compound would get rid of them. I have ridden the bike quite a bit this Summer, the screen still looks good, but I suspect that the removal of bugs has left it less than perfect now. I haven't looked too closely. :) Hope your glamorous assistant doesn't get too bored, it is a time consumiing thing.
@Ukmongoose32 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for the reply. You’re dead right, it takes time and then some more time. Glamorous assistant is still mercifully unaware of the hateful task that awaits her 😉
@garychandler4296 Жыл бұрын
I often do handwork while watching videos. Time goes so much faster!
@juans3728 Жыл бұрын
If it looks 90% better than you should be happy you did not have to spend more $$$$$ to have it done by a professional or even purchase a new one. Great video , thanks, Peace.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I'm really pleased it worked out really well. And a year later it is still good. Thanks for the comment.
@TimBarnett-pl9kd Жыл бұрын
Your test for me was you using that specific drill motor from certain Store tell us handing, power battery endurance, etc..?
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
The drill worked out surprisingly well, and the batteries seemed to last far longer than I expected. And although they do get use quite a lot, I am still using them if you watch the lates videos. :)
@tristianherbert6451 Жыл бұрын
Super helpful! Thanks so much, looks great!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@crumblymal8479 Жыл бұрын
Superb job !😉👌
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I hope it has been of use to you.
@jedigeekbiker2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant. I think a lighter polish to finish may help. But Id certainly be happy with that.
@jedigeekbiker2 жыл бұрын
Actually looks great on the bike
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
@@jedigeekbiker Cheers! I was pretty pleased with the results considering what I started with.
@jedigeekbiker2 жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH The more I look the more I see how big the difference is.. brilliant
@anthonyhawkins98967 ай бұрын
Do you think maybe speed would help the polishing? Maybe something stronger then a drill?
@SPANNERRASH7 ай бұрын
Yes, for I would try to get a proper polisher to use next time. It would definitely be a lot quicker.
@anthonyhawkins98967 ай бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH awesome thanks I have a bike windshield that's bad and it's over $300 to replace
@SPANNERRASH7 ай бұрын
@@anthonyhawkins9896 Ouch, I hope it works out for you. Take your time and it should.
@btcrazee12 жыл бұрын
I really hope I can fix mine. Yours looks great!
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Debra, if you take your time with the kit it works a treat. Good luck :)
@stewartwatson92172 жыл бұрын
Amazing job .I have the same model of bike and screen is worse hope this fixes it .thanks for the video
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Stewart, take your time with it and be methodical, and I'm sure you'll end up with a good result too. Hope the vid helps!
@stewartwatson92172 жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH yes it's helped many thanks .just ordered the the same kit
@09woody3 жыл бұрын
Great result well done. Looks good on the bike 👍
@SPANNERRASH3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Alan, loving the OE look with the clear screen. I was really chuffed it polished up so well. Took bloody ages mind.
@sthildas4857 Жыл бұрын
Spray with H2go ceramic althogh PlastX has sime UV protection also... Slow and steady...
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation 😃
@paulbuckberry7683 Жыл бұрын
Dry interesting thank you for sharing.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, glad you found it interesting.
@Rakeshyv2253 ай бұрын
Sir, this is perfect.... atleast for me...
@SPANNERRASH3 ай бұрын
I hope it really helps. Nothing like restoring original parts, and this makes such a difference.
@franklinwilkerson20613 жыл бұрын
When it cut to the bike I totally thought the tray was part of a super trick endurance tank. And then you started putting your hardware in it. Bahahaha.
@SPANNERRASH3 жыл бұрын
Haha its much more humble than that :D Really handy magnetic tray though
@Mauricenkaren Жыл бұрын
Looks great. Nice job
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers! It worked out really well.
@brahimsalki49822 жыл бұрын
I like your honesty keep going 👍
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Brahim 😁
@richardclintonkersey66653 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video.
@SPANNERRASH3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! I do hope it helped you.
@Fryer_Tuck11 ай бұрын
Why is this windshield so scratched? It seems like a bad bike storage. But was really nice repaired.
@SPANNERRASH11 ай бұрын
Thanks, I can't say how it got like that, I bought it as it was, with the intention of refurbing it. I was very pleased with how it came out.
@RollinThundervlogs8 күн бұрын
Would this approach work on a tinted screen that has had brake fluid spilt on it?
@SPANNERRASH8 күн бұрын
It depends if the tint is integral to the plastic or a coating on top. If its a coating then you will sand and polish it off. If its integral, it will work perfectly. Hope that helps!
@dustinsteffler76416 ай бұрын
Excellent!
@SPANNERRASH6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@ezymedianetwork193 Жыл бұрын
Stay blessed 🙌
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
🙌
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video!!! amazing edit and vive!!!! New Suscribrer
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback, I am glad you have found it useful.
@paradoxworkshop4659 Жыл бұрын
Any idea on if this type of treatment would work on crazing? I have a windscreen that doesn't have much in the way of scratches, but quite a bit of "been left out in the sun" damage. Thanks!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I think it would, I would start with a heavier grade of wet and dry first. As long as you are patient I think it should work out well.
@sthildas4857 Жыл бұрын
Crazing is the deterioration of the plexiglass, PlastX is the product you need. It will take out yellowing, I go 1500/2000/2500.. A medium foam pad helps...heat is not the thing you want.
@paradoxworkshop4659 Жыл бұрын
@@sthildas4857 heat will only make it worse, I know, but I thought there might be something that could seep in and seal up the crazing... Like those windshield treatments for small cracks in automotive glass.
@anthonygebala1198 Жыл бұрын
Great job 👍
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks Anthony!
@munter107 ай бұрын
Wow, thought it was Andy for a second there . . lol
@SPANNERRASH7 ай бұрын
Mechanic?
@dailyviewstv532326 күн бұрын
Use clear coat after sanding tor more clearer...
@SPANNERRASH26 күн бұрын
I have heared about that being a good idea, but I am not convinced my clear coating skills would be up to it.
@mulliedog13 жыл бұрын
Turned out really good!! Nice job!!
@SPANNERRASH3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, I'm well chuffed with the result.
@adrianaugustus28152 жыл бұрын
How does their polish compare with t-cut or even brasso? Seems to me any weak cutting compound or polish would do the job
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Good question Adrian. It's very difficult to say how it compares, it may well be a compound formulated for plastic lenses specifically as it seems to do a great job. But I suspect you're right and any weak polish would do it. You may well be polishing for a lot longer depending on what you use though. If the scratches are very light, you may well get away with it.
@sthildas4857 Жыл бұрын
It will not, compound come in two stages. PlastX is what you need. Made by Megs, Mr M Stoops head of training said this product was the right one.
@kimsmith44093 жыл бұрын
Excellent job, two more jobs I know how to do now, thanks to your video's keep up the good work and thanks
@SPANNERRASH3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, glad they're helpful! :)
@mvjoshi Жыл бұрын
I think this will work on helmet visors too?
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Absolutely will work yes. You might want to start with a finer grit though as I'd expect it to be softer plastic and it would be a job to remove sanding marks from.
@mvjoshi Жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH Thank you very much. I'll try it on one of the discarded visors and check the result.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I'm sure it would be a good short term fix for a visor. But I believe they have an anti scratch coating which once it has gone means they scratch very quickly in future. Which with the number of times you wipe a visor comes quite soon. :(
@almccallie43149 ай бұрын
My GS screen isn’t so much scratched, but has droplet-like, cloudy marks as if some kind of chemical was splattered on it. Do you think this would work to remove these?
@SPANNERRASH9 ай бұрын
Should work a treat. The kit is originally intended to do headlights. To take the green and cloudy surfaces that they get after a few years. Patience and polishing and it sohould come up like new. I am always really impressed with the difference this makes, whether a headlight or a screen.
@almccallie43149 ай бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH I'm going to give it a try. Got nothing to lose. Thank you for your response. I appreciate it.
@mrchin7562 Жыл бұрын
Heyyyy I used to daily that one. The windshield is polycarbonate, isn't it? How about fume polishing? The other thing you could do is a simple 2K poly clearcoat.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I used an earlier blade for a couple of years as a daily, you could use the bus lanes so it made my trip to work a breeze. I don't know what fume polishing is, and Google wasn't very helpful so I can't comment on that. As for a 2k clearcoat, you would need to get remove all of the scratches before putting it on, but it is an idea.
@keithroberts5611 Жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASHplease don't put 2k on anything other than its real purpose which is car bodies refurbishing, This product bonds far to hard to any plastic and a nightmare to remove!!!
@MrSakamotothecat Жыл бұрын
I feel like I was watching the national geographic very interesting video
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Haha! I did my best to make it informative. Hope its useful to you! 😃
@jeffreywong5112 Жыл бұрын
I really like a 900 rr now
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
They're great bikes, I've had a few.
@64pem Жыл бұрын
I anticipate for most this us a wasted effort. My wind s reefs have a protective scratch coating. And when I tried it, completely ruins it. So afterwards when on the road trying to quickly wash off bugs is impossible without leaving new scratches. Even with micro fiber rags
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
It can be an issue, but with a refresh polish now and again, it should last for quite a while.
@bobmarley_19793 жыл бұрын
Nice job 👍
@SPANNERRASH3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Clifford, I was very pleased with how it came out. Well worth the time spent polishing in the end.
@danielwilliams57002 жыл бұрын
How many passes with the Polish did you have to do? Thanks :)
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
I don't think you can measure it in Passes! Using the abrasive each session/pass is only a few minutes, but with the polish it does take some time. I think I spent the best part of 2 hours polishing to get it to where I was finally happy with it, stopping and assessing every 10 minutes or so. It stays a little foggy at first, but if you persevere it comes up clear and bright. Good luck.
@danielwilliams57002 жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH that's great thanks 👌
@kevinspahr66322 жыл бұрын
Some givi windshields come with a rubber trim piece that goes around the windshield. Do you know what the purpose of this is?
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, I've noticed those too, although I'm pretty sure its just cosmetic, I don't think there's any practical reason, but I'm not 100% certain.
@Durables1 Жыл бұрын
To prevent the sheild from cutting in case of accident.
@chauffeurmarco8 ай бұрын
I'm scepticle. I don't see any line around the name Honda. How did you get to on it without scraping Honda
@SPANNERRASH8 ай бұрын
Ha, be as scepticle as you like. I used masking during the more abrasive parts of the process, but also as the part of the screeen around the logo wasn't marked I avoided giving it too much treatment. Basically just a little care and common sense.
@jasonbogdovitz7357 Жыл бұрын
Part of the problem is your drill runs at a couple hundred rpm not fast enough
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
That's a really good point. I was worried about using a faster drill in case it put big swirl marks in to the perspex. In hind sight I dont think that would ahve been a problem.
@kouvanos2 жыл бұрын
Is there a thinner polishing tool that will make it clear as glass? Or that's it ?
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Hi Teo, its one of those things where you get out what you put in. If you really take your time and work up to the finest finishing polish then you can achieve a glass-like finish. You can achieve a very good result with this kit.
@kouvanos2 жыл бұрын
@@SPANNERRASH I have one more question though... Why low rpm and not faster?
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
@@kouvanos Good question, I simply followed the instructions provided with the kit, I reckon a slower RPM partly to reduce sling of the polishing product to keep it on the pad and working for longer.
@PmFlintyАй бұрын
Also heat build up at higher speed can ruin your effort. Always keep the tool moving but the faster its spinning the faster you need to move it over the surface. @@kouvanos
@meldelrosario286918 күн бұрын
Can i have a list all of material that i need? So i can order to online shop.
@SPANNERRASH18 күн бұрын
Here is a link to the kit ebay.us/M9Hddb You would have to decide on a drill for yourself, I used the one that I had. For the polishing if you have a DA polisher you will get quicker results. It does take time and patience. Good luck.
@rasmusnilsson88378 ай бұрын
Do you know if it works as good with a very dark tinted windshield?
@SPANNERRASH8 ай бұрын
It will definitely work on the plastic. My concern would be if the tint was only on the surface you might wear it off. I think most tinted screens are coloured all the way through, but I would check first. Good luck.
@scott24952 жыл бұрын
Should of done a before and after fitted to the bike
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Hi Scott, I picked this clear screen up second hand on ebay, so it was never on this bike until I refurbished it and fitted it. It would have been cool to see it on before and after though. Hopefully, you get the idea anyway. Cheers!
@robertwilkins6422 Жыл бұрын
I have this type of scratch on my car head lights from the previous owner will what your doing help to remove it and if so what do I get to put this right thank you
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
It really should help, the kit is intended just for that kind of job. Click the link in the description to look at the kit we used.
@stephenwalsh81848 ай бұрын
🏍👍
@SPANNERRASH8 ай бұрын
Cheers.
@Snoozzzzzze Жыл бұрын
Paper towel = abrasive. Microfibre would be much better to wipe the screen with.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Yes, must use microfibre cloths more often!
@freiherrvonentenhausen3735 Жыл бұрын
When it is Macrolon it is a Problem! I work at Covestro near Cologne and make Polyester! In the Neighbourbilding are the the Macrolon Guys and told me Polishing of this is aProblem! The Visier of Helmets is often Macrolon and Polishing destroys it! Other Plastics have not this Problem ! Try a small Area before!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
I love Cologne, Ich habe besucht viel mals, I remember climbing the tower of the Dom. Interesting abou the different types of plastics, I know that visors are usually no good as soon as they are scratched. The windscreen seems to have worked out O.
@coryboyd7958 Жыл бұрын
Should use soapy water!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Nothing like a little lubrication!
@dsa4931 Жыл бұрын
Dark screen looks far better than clear one .....😮😮😮
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Scratches on my black screen were actuall worse than on this clear one :)
@janithpriyankara96642 жыл бұрын
What is this product naeme .this tool set and gage of sand peper
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
It is a 3m Headlight Restoration kit. Here is a link to the one I used ebay.us/ufLqD5
@DaRkRuLL3z2 жыл бұрын
What size is the drill attachment?
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Not sure, I suspect it is around 1/4" or 6mm. It came in the kit. I hope that helps
@garygoodwin1300 Жыл бұрын
Good vid but fell asleep 3 times
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Glad to be of service.
@PmFlintyАй бұрын
Get your iron levels checked.
@marekp73562 жыл бұрын
Díky!
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, cheers Marek 🙌 Hezký den příteli!
@redanajbaoui166911 ай бұрын
Whatis name of the produits please
@SPANNERRASH11 ай бұрын
Hi, we used the 3M kit. From this link ebay.us/M9Hddb
@IkeBrider Жыл бұрын
Are you ex REME? Fine mug BTW!
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Interesting question, miss off the ME and you have me! :)
@IkeBrider Жыл бұрын
Ah! The dreaded rivals, lol. "Spanner rash" is such military jargon!
@kevinshea5819 Жыл бұрын
I love you
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks kevin, I am flattered!
@ilavlog12 жыл бұрын
wash with soap and dry what the result
@SPANNERRASH2 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@monotheis6889 Жыл бұрын
Those kitchen sponges have abrasive in the green side which loosens and gets all throughout the sponge. Just use a plain sponge. No sense in making more work for yourself.
@SPANNERRASH Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip. Anything that makes life easier is always welcome.