THE LIES about WD40 vs Headlights!

[@geosarkis8872]

Yes, WD-40 works to clean yellowed headlights. Yes, they will fog up again within 2 weeks. To prevent them from fogging back up, simply apply wax on your headlights. The same wax you would use to wax your car. That will protect them from fogging back up for at least 6 months to 1 year. Simply applying wax to your headlights every 5 months or so will prevent them from ever fogging back up again..

[@MimicoBungalow]

sure...but it STILL is better to use a proper 'restoration kit' (or Armor-all with baking soda!)

[@eddiewebb7025]

It's a good temporary fix. Then when it wares off, apply the WD-40 again and there brand new again. Then just repeat again as necessary.

[@stfuplsok]

*wears *they're

[@HenauderTitzauf]

I wasted an unusual amount of the so-called cleaning/polishing kits. I finally ordered new headlights for somewhere around $85.00 shipped from Amazon Prime. I’ve been using prime for over 10 years and it pays for itself. But, the lights after 7 years still look new. Now I use all this polishing”stuff” for chrome, aluminum, steel, etc., projects around the house! Good luck to all!

[@normanthomas1690]

The 3m kit did not work for me. The WD-40 did for about a month. I just re-applied the WD and they looked brand new again.

[@midnitematador6249]

Isn't wd40 great! All kinds of uses even making headlights temporarily looking good! Not bad at all. Lighten up people and quit taking life so serious! Peace!

[@shermus10]

Do your car or wheels stay clean two weeks after washing it . So how hard is to apply some more wd40 as a cleaner.

[@nadamsga]

Again... :06 in the video, there are a lot of videos online that say "WD40 with FIX your headlights." That is not true.

[@sag577]

it works , amazing not clear yet but , 50 per better

[@abtoutdoors]

Glad someone put out the truth already geez

[@robvlob]

WD40 acts as temporarily polish on plastic the shine actually gives the illusion that it's clearer and cleaner. This is an old trick to make old items appear newer and it better condition. It also temporarily hides small scratches. Also on the topic of the headlight kit I was out of buffing compound so I used hair conditioner so far a week in the headlights are still as bright as when I finished.

[@chrishutchinson7611]

I will take my chances with a $3 can of wd 40. 1 can will last me a year

[@nadamsga]

This is what WD40 IS ACTUALLY GOOD FOR -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJXHnqmfqJKgias

[@nicholoscolegrove4549]

Ive for certain wet sanded headlights with a 280 paper and moved up through various finer paper until i got to 2500 then I had some pads of 3000 and 5000 with diamond grit in them. . . I like to use a bugsprayer with water and just keep it flowing so i dont clog up my sand paper or pads. Ive even used orbital both electric and air powered as well as the palm sanders a normal homeowner may own. Finished up before with charcoal lighter fluid and a rag . I prefer to buff then with a compound for either fine scratches on automotive paint or a buffing compound for clear plastics. Ive buffed with hair conditioner, used jewelers rouge and water, just seriously tried random handlotions...i prefer the stuff for the clear plastics or the fine auto paint scratches. Incidentally on a side note if theres real chrome and its needing brightened up or has some rust on it ,get ya a greeny pad and some good old gasoline and scrub away....it looks like new and dont gotta bother with all the crazy junk out there on the market. Im thinking to apply some suncreen as well. Lol

[@mrgeorgeleach7498]

Been using on my 16 year old maxima headlights and it works not for months but for weeks without heavy rain even then you can reapply it week is good!!!

[@psypherlyne4353]

This works for dirt and grime on the outside of the light but not the inside where it tends to get foggy too it also will not last if you don’t rinse and clean after the wd40

[@alistersutherland3688]

I just restored the headlights on my sister's 2006 Buick with Maguiar's heavy duty kit. It worked really well. But you can use aluminum oxide sand paper in grits from 800 to 3000, wet sand progressively and then buff with a polishing wheel and then seal with a silicon spray. It'll cost about $10-$15, and amounts to the same thing. But you are going to need some elbow grease regardless. It took me about 40 minutes to do properly and was well worth it. I expect it will last for a good while.

[@rowenramnath2016]

I was using thinners and it worked to

[@lorddiablo8575]

For better result .... your final step better use 2K or Rust -o -leum glossy clear finish for UV protection, and it last much longer than buffing with polishing wax ! 3M also has a small package for headlight restoration for about $10-15.

[@stfuplsok]

*Meguiar's

[@dalepress1581]

It takes 10 seconds. So do it once a week. WHat the hell is the problem?

[@nadamsga]

It’s not a “fix”. Telling people that it is a fix is the problem. Or rather, the truth.

[@23Dataminer]

​@@nadamsga : It's a lie if someone claims it's a "fix" forever. If it is not said that this is a permanent repair, then it is not a lie. It is to some extent a fix (problem solving), but with the addition that only for a certain time. That's all. There is no lie in the WD40 effect itself. Only someone can be deceived in the duration of its effect. It solves the problem for 1 week. Just a little WD40 and 1 minute of application. That is enough for many people and they do not have to buy expensive new light.

[@lavazza8031]

ca sert a rien

[@larrygrammer6333]

Try finger nail polish remover with cotton rounds it works I seen a video on it and tried it out you can see the yellow come off and stick to the cotton round it lasts for about two three months

[@salahdeeb6700]

You must clean and wash thoroughly with soap and water after using DW40, to remove traces of the that contains solvents.

[@lorrainecray3965]

Thank you for letting viewers know that it’s a short term quick fix. Hate it when they try & make out it’s a once done thing.

[@nadamsga]

Some go as far to say "magic" and "miracle" solution. Which IS the lie.

[@MightyJosh1985]

They never did.

[@paddlist2316]

All he's saying is that "applying WD40 to headlights is NOT A FIX". As implied in other videos. I agree with him.

[@stomachhurts2044]

So what ur saying is... use wd40 once a week to keep up appearances

[@nadamsga]

Do you wear makeup? Same thing.

[@ThePatrikable]

@@nadamsga ppl seem to wash their cars weekly to keep up with neighborhood "standards" these days so why not rub some wd40 while they are at it?

[@michaelsans8167]

Soapwater 1500 grade sandpaper clean and soapwater 2000 grade sandpaper 90 percent might need a few rounds then every 3 or 4 weeks just use tire shine after cleaning with soapwater or glass cleaner

[@marcbolinger3648]

It’s temporary, But in a pinch it cleans the covers like new almost

[@johnb.b2207]

I just did mine with WD40 as my MOT is due in a couple of days time. But I have ordered the 3 M kit for later. As you said it's just a quick fix and that's the only reason I used it

[@debbiedaniels553]

I have used a half of a orange with some baking soda on it... Just use a sponge and let sit for 30 seconds then rinse with water... Works for me 🤗

[@theflash1425]

Orange (citrus)-based cleaners are a virtually unknown miracle. Wipe it on fogged plastic - looks great for over a year. Duck (or any) tape residue - takes it right off! Almost any type of sticky residue that's hard to get off - takes it right off! This type of cleaner makes nearly ALL store cleaners (Fantastic, 409, etc.) look and act like you're using water! Problem is, they're hard to find!

[@debbiedaniels553]

@@theflash1425 Thanks for sharing this with me ... I will try it ... Thanks again Flash... 👍

[@ngzcaz]

Mixed feelings.. A 15 second spray job every 2 weeks doesn't seem like that big a deal... An alternative may have been a good idea, toothpaste, wax, rubbing/polishing compound etc.. takes longer but lasts longer as well..

[@nadamsga]

So thing is, my headlights are obviously smoked. (Were, I have replaced them since this video). And, wd40 can make shitty headlights look ok for a short time. It’s not really a fix.

[@JamesRazorbacks]

Doesn’t fix but does help for quick fix it’s just the oil in wd40 basically, sand them and spray clearcoat for paint out of a rattlecan I found it protects longer but that’s me

[@mentalcoreconsulting]

Does toothpaste work? Or baking soda?

[@PassingBy]

Already knew that long time ago. It doesn't work.

[@zalien6]

Since you said dealerships use this trick imma rub every headlight when buying a used car from now on for some oily residue. Thanks

[@nadamsga]

I did work in a dealership more than 10 years ago where this was commonplace for used inventory.

[@oshireyu5699]

Thank you for the information, but you really didn't have to go there. I happen to be dating one of those pigs you mentioned. I spent an even $800 on a rig to hold her up vertical in a way that looks natural, with her tail tucked and the right heels, them pageants could be some good money coming our way.

[@SonicsBrother]

So you get 2 weeks of clear headlights for a 2 second spray? I’d do it

[@rawbacon]

My Glass Headlights never got cloudy......and my newer vehicle sits in the garage and still looks like new so I can't test anything........I do suspect WD-40 and 0000 Steel Wool might work okay but I would test a tiny spot first.

[@eduardoavila646]

It may become even worse with wd40 actually, because oil, such as wd40 may tend to stick to dust and dirt, making the headlights tend to get dirty easier

[@Zoso981]

It's just another old car dealers trick. It does, however, help get chewing gum from your kids hair.

[@ratecoudo]

And what is the name of that 15 dollars kit for my car headlights?

[@arjundevsinghjamwal643]

Like can it make old yellowed transparent plastic white again?

[@buddhaboodz]

Lol😂😂😂😂 look how fast ur light cleared up hahahah

[@leeannemorrison3087]

It should be noted that WD40 have never claimed that it fixed your headlights, this was just a trick that unscrupulous car dealers pulled

[@nadamsga]

True!

[@cris_m8]

Wd40 on headlights is like pouring oil on a squeaky belt.

[@nadamsga]

That's right!

[@ivanmunoz6735]

Finally some honesty! Thank you🤘🏽

[@nadamsga]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@ratrocket91]

I've used a couple of the so called repair kits ... Ten times the work and they lasted a week or two more !!!

[@nadamsga]

haha really? Which kit?

[@keen2b]

It's about time someone ran a test on WD40 and found it worthless Long term! I personally found house old product that works just as well Basso wadding is a better than anything on the market at a fraction of the price! £2 pound one tin will last years, Cut a small piece of wadding clean lens first, Rubbing lens all over for 10minutes, Buff up with clean cloth job done!!👍

[@earlriffel5353]

You have to use alcohol to make it clean then put clear coat 3 time's fine spray and lasts long years and sand papers 400 and 600 and 2000 er

[@davidbrenneman4038]

FYI WD40 is petroleum based. So are all plastics.

[@raffymagaling2516]

didnt coat it with wax or ceramic coating to protect it

[@Jake-by9ly]

Deet works best. It melts 5ge plastic. Don't wipe it after about 15 seconds, because it will be sticky until it dries. Once per year fix. Cover with clear polyurethane if you wish. Its MUCH HARDER Than the plastic. Your car paint and headlights were covered with it at the factory.

[@mikejames7013]

You have to be careful with the expensive ones, you speak of because you need a sealant to prevent the lens from fogging up again. Most have polishing wheels, or high number sand paper (1,000, 1500, 2000 grit sand paper) but without the sealant they're useless. (it's a U/V protectant)

[@thomasanthonykelly2158]

I use a lemon cut in half and bread soda on the end of a fork in the chuck of cordless drill on a low speed and rinse on dry of then use car polish and finally shine off both headlights,

[@ericburch6847]

How about the mag and wheel through Mother's that's being advertised on KZbin

[@Pooty_Tang]

If you learned it at car used dealership, it's probably not going to last!

[@CSG1372]

Bought new headlights from Rockauto for less than $20 a piece with new bulbs and sockets.

[@nadamsga]

The way to go

[@mjwalker2332]

Baking soda, lemon juice, scrub, rinse, dry, add high temp clear coat. Lasts about 2yrs give or take depends on your climate and whether you park in the sun or shade.

[@nadamsga]

I just replaced them.

[@rodneyjhackenflash4865]

Thanks, Nick! I simply ordered new headlights and the fog problem has been cleared up for years.

[@nadamsga]

Right! That's totally the way to go for a legit "fix."

[@bigfish7493]

In lamp = $ 3 kits. Cheap!

[@Forseenlife]

Some people try to avoid $2,000+ for just headlights

[@victorwilson4138]

wd-40 will probably eat any plastic up eventually. Using it on car locks attracts dust, grime. Not good. Locks etc. have to stay dry to function.

[@waldipup9010]

Is it that wd is just a short term solution , or do they actually damage the plastic? Some say damage .

[@nadamsga]

It’s possible damage could occur from using it on the plastic lenses.

[@redbone5639]

Wd 40 works the same as toothpaste for a short time but its cheaper then the head light clearner u buy to clean it fact its just like toothpaste or wd 40 after a few in comes back the only way to make it new is buy a new head light other then that just make it easy for your self spray on wipe off wd 40 or u can put toothpaste round and round on your head light then wipe it off yes lots of work ? Buy new or spay on wipe off

[@mjwalker2332]

It's petrol based so eventually it will ruin your plastic headlight lenses.

[@phantom7crossrose528]

Anything you do regardless of method is short term, if you want a lasting clear finish replace the damn things😇

[@mediawow6917]

After using WD-40 to clean it, why not protecting it with a UV protector?

[@iankhan4614]

WD 40 is good for other things.

[@lavazza8031]

bof

[@stephenchamp6983]

Love the idea of it being lipstick on a pig, brilliant.

[@ANIG1987]

come on man, it' like washing your car every week , then wipe it again with wd40 , just like car maintenance, less expensive tho lol!

[@o751106]

All you need is water and 1000 grit sandpaper. Then go over with car wax.

[@lorddiablo8575]

WD-40 just for temporary use, like you put some silicon spray or tire shine spray and once the layer of these chemical washed away by rain or sometime under the sun, they are gone and your headlights will show yellowish again ....

[@LoFiOAS1S]

15 dolars kit gets u 6 months at best, and u get to work about an hour or two, wd40 costs 4 dolars, a small pack, for about 10-15 uses, lets say 10 ,that is 150 days, times 3 it is 450 days a year and a half for 12 dolars, i go with wd 40.

[@prmath]

the Real truth? Plastic is NOT glass and us old timers Never had this problem when we had glass headlights. It’s called Greed

[@arien3258]

I used the mother mag & aluminum polish on my headlight, it been 1 month 1/2 now, still looking good.

[@TheFman43]

dont forget to put some kind of sealant or clear coat to make it last longer..i use mothers also..but since i am older..use a polishing drill..

[@jeefder]

u don't need any of that stuff, i use toothpaste and an electric buffer,u can use t-cut but thats more expensive

[@nadamsga]

I bet that electric buffer makes it easy!

[@za9462]

Metal polish such as Renegade Red or Zephyr works longer.

[@nadamsga]

Interesting!

[@TineFangaming]

Then how to change the new headlight parts which the factory stop producing?

[@nadamsga]

Check eBay or amazon. There are plenty of aftermarket companies selling replacement headlights for most vehicles.

[@straightshooter9836]

Or ...if the company had stop producing it may b its time to change the car ... 😂 Why hang on to things thats gonna make u cough out more dough n time replacing n maintaining it when its already time to say goodbye n move on. Cars are wear n tear item. 10-15 years is the suitable time to hang on to a car. Then its time to sell it off n get a new n latest one.

[@Sputty98]

@@straightshooter9836 yeah, cause everybody just has 20-30k just laying around to go out an blow on a brand new car.

[@3jimp]

1 week is fine with me

[@rachaelcourtney1980]

C leans them perfectly in less than 30 seconds spray on a regular paper towel. Wipe your headlight and bam its done then look at your paper towel will be all black

[@ThePatrikable]

Wd40 is perfect for the yearly MOT or when selling. No One has said otherwise. Thanks for clarifying that it works for a week and not just 10 minutes!

[@celestewilliams5605]

If ur headlight is cloudy from the inside it won’t work

[@nabeelali9914]

When done cleaning apply a clear coat for longer protection

[@oigleoystereater2003]

No coating will stick to it, the best result will be from an abrasive polish or proper headlight restoration kit.

[@KiwiGraggle]

The kits also don't work. The only way you can restore them is having them done by a professional.

[@rockino24]

Should have watched this video before getting married....

[@shottacamry580]

Yk

[@lavazza8031]

ca peut servir ,,,certain soirs

[@danielmarinucci9342]

Spraying plastic engine parts with wd -40 will only last about a few days. The heat from the engine takes care of that plus dust and dirt doesn't help either.

[@morganm6695]

Well WD40 isn't that pricy and I could just add that to the washing routine ?

[@raymathews7035]

I've used on my car,to clean the headlamps, it lasted most 3months. I have to park my car outside because I live in a apartment complex.

[@herrmahlzahn6924]

But it lasts the state inspection for this year.

[@nadamsga]

Gotta squeak by the law!

[@ellinasmarios6165]

It didn't clean your lense, it make it shiny is still yellow but shiny.

[@SteveAtwal]

Thanks for dispelling this myth…it’s only a temporary fix.

[@JerseyJames0524]

you don't need a kit.....get bug repellent like OFF...it works.

[@bigfish7493]

Put it this way, is the drivers life and pax, and others on the road not worthy of a crummy little $15 headlamp Repair Kit? In Florida the Law mandates "head lights ON" when driving in rain yet so many vehicles' headlamps are oxidized to the point of being almost useless. That qualifies the car owner for a hefty ticket! $$$ Same goes for vehicles with extreme lamps that blind oncoming traffic, and vehicles with only one functioning headlamp. It's not $15 Charlie! It's Lives!

[@iteaminvestigationfraudule2194]

I've tried so many different ways I'm about to lose my mind, going to just buy new replacement headlights

[@iteaminvestigationfraudule2194]

@Nelson Charlie yes it did

[@MarkSmith-lr8gd]

Use a little 2000 grit sandpaper with the WD40 and you will be better off!

[@donaldgibson6126]

I did mine on 1999 saturn I used toothpaste to get the grime off then applied wd40 my lights stayed clear for a year

[@anthonywyche8667]

Just clean it again. It's just once a week!!!!

[@nadamsga]

It doesn't really "clean" the light.

[@SB-pilot1]

good to see that WD40 is not a permanent fix.

[@nadamsga]

It's not a permanent fix for anything... not sure why people would say it is.

[@saywick]

Just spray 2 coats of clear coat on after wd40

[@nadamsga]

😂

[@rickmolton774]

Long enough to get through my MOT. Lol

[@yusofahmad50]

You are the one who lie. WD 40 does clean and makes the headlight clear again. To be able to make the headlights stay clean and clear for 2 weeks is good enough. You can't expect a small work like that to last forever, can you? Something is definitely better than something.

[@nadamsga]

Educate yourself Josh. WD40 only makes the headlights appear clear and clean by coating it in oil and hiding the damage. Which washes off. It’s not a fix. By your logic, makeup is a fix for an ugly face.

[@orieldel]

So why didn't you show us how great the $15.00 kit works?

[@byronc7284]

That explains why my ass doesn't stay clean long enough. They lied!

[@885chris]

thank you for being honest

[@ruffraff4697]

Is that a glass len?

[@nadamsga]

No. It's a plastic lens. The OE headlight for the 2002 Tacoma.

[@hoplyte4831]

omg people really think that? Ha!

[@nicknak5257]

Putting lipstick on a pig is normal where I live.

[@kevinmartin1679]

You just didn't spray it hard enough

[@k2000kidd1]

I just keep WD-40 in the trunk with my jumper pack in my spare tire seriously it takes maybe less than a minute to do both headlights I'm good to go for a month

[@mitsuoo1012]

WD-40 in 10 seconds and last couple months?? What's wrong with that??????