WD40 VS 3M | Best Headlight Restoration Method?

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Do It Yourself Bri

Do It Yourself Bri

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@timpowers3943
@timpowers3943 2 жыл бұрын
I used chrome polish and a white scrub pad. Buffed off by hand and it's like brand new!
@XBKLYN
@XBKLYN 2 жыл бұрын
The WD-40 lubricant flows into the miniature valleys that we see as scratches. Since oils have a similar refraction coefficient to plastic the scratches appear to fill in and the lens seems to clean up. Your clever experiment of wiping off the WD-40 with a degreaser shows exactly why this is a temporary measure. Using oils to coat scratches on a number of different materials is actually a very old restoration trick....hey, whatever works!
@arnoldbowzer9872
@arnoldbowzer9872 2 жыл бұрын
This is true! Just goes to show us what we don't know about simplicity!
@johnshelhorse
@johnshelhorse 4 жыл бұрын
You should name this video, "This is Why There are no Quick Fixes to Headlight Restoration." Great job!
@doityourselfbri
@doityourselfbri 4 жыл бұрын
I agree! Thanks!
@tennnis498
@tennnis498 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, really. An honestly titled video on it.
@CocoChanelle-1
@CocoChanelle-1 3 жыл бұрын
Just did yesterday: Colgate regular toothpaste, baking soda, regular (table) grit-sized salt. Smooth on towel and scrub until you are happy. Leave on 30 minutes. Wipe off with moist towel. Repeat as needed. Update: adding a little (tablespoon) Pepsi/coke to the mix does strengthen it(credit RP enterprise comment) Just did the other car. I’m getting ready to wipe with the WD-40 per commenter on this post and another KZbin video to see if it shines. It has been mentioned to spray with Plexus after cleaning to prevent it from getting on there. Spray about 3 times a year. I’m planning to purchase some.
@brendankelly3645
@brendankelly3645 2 жыл бұрын
Did you mix the baking soda and salt in with the tooth paste or did you do it seperately
@jazzlover10000
@jazzlover10000 2 жыл бұрын
And then use WD-40!
@private1178
@private1178 2 жыл бұрын
I used those ingredients along with coca cola let it sit for 2 hours, looks like new
@CocoChanelle-1
@CocoChanelle-1 2 жыл бұрын
@@private1178 thanks for your feedback. Every dollar and time saved is worth it! Some car paint can’t handle the acid in Coca-Cola so may need to cover some of the car with plastic, if that is used.
@CocoChanelle-1
@CocoChanelle-1 2 жыл бұрын
@@private1178 all I have is Pepsi. Probably would work the same.
@aspire2inspire732
@aspire2inspire732 2 жыл бұрын
Well done! My first question was, 'Well, how long will the WD40 last?', and the answer was revealed while watching, thanks!
@gabeinhawaii
@gabeinhawaii 3 жыл бұрын
That was an honest review of the WD-40 method. Well done.
@vallygurlz7641
@vallygurlz7641 3 жыл бұрын
Look i
@scamchan
@scamchan 2 жыл бұрын
Guess everyone forgot about Clear or tinted headlight film!! Once you remove the haze just put that film in place and it lasts for years - you can even change it up.
@luisorozco3744
@luisorozco3744 4 жыл бұрын
Most headlights out there, just sand them with 2000 grit, then use any cutting compound to polish them, and voila!. Apply your preferred brand paint protection film on them to keep them looking new for years
@Dankkize
@Dankkize 4 жыл бұрын
Dont forget to sand them with water😁
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
@@Dankkize So You're telling to me that crude oil is not a good lubricate when sanding poly carbonated headlights? Why so?
@bluesdawg8014
@bluesdawg8014 3 жыл бұрын
Use mothers aluminum mag polish. Works like a charm. I used a old wash rag to put the polish on and then wiped it clean with a another wash cloth. Still looks good after two weeks
@NOBODY-ws3ui
@NOBODY-ws3ui 2 жыл бұрын
Shhhhhh they’re not ready for this conversation
@bluesdawg8014
@bluesdawg8014 Жыл бұрын
@@NOBODY-ws3ui LOL I'm still using Mothers works like a Mother F Los Angeles
@bryanpatrick7272
@bryanpatrick7272 Жыл бұрын
It's what I've been using, works great and it is fast.
@stfuplsok
@stfuplsok 11 ай бұрын
an* old
@kjirstinyoungberg3604
@kjirstinyoungberg3604 2 жыл бұрын
Except the sanding causes microscopic fissures that will eventually cause cracks and you'll need to replace the assembly. Clear Coat is NOT for headlamps. Best choice? Use this on a new car: Meguiar's G17804 Keep Clear Headlight Coating. Spray it ever year. (Pick something like every Valentine's Day, so you remember, and it's the same date.) If your car is older, and it's already yellowed, use the sanding methods, but only once, so you don't wear down the plastic. Then, forget using the coating in the kits (many make them; 3M, Sylvania, etc.) because it's just another Clear Coat product, and will eventually wear off again. The Meguiar's doesn't break down. P.S. Before I learned all this, I was just a kid, and used clear nail polish. I figured it out myself, and it worked, but took forever, and still wasn't as good as Meguiar's.
@cspringer333
@cspringer333 2 жыл бұрын
Used the 3M and it works great. You can use your drill with the attachment that comes in the kit. Don't waste your time covering up the problem because it won't last (maybe not even a couple of days). The different grit sandpapers do the job.
@gravemind6536
@gravemind6536 2 жыл бұрын
I sanded down a really bad pair of headlights on a mk5 Golf it was a little lockdown project in 2020. I used 3000 grit sandpaper then 5000 and then 7000 after that I used T cut polish and finished off with turtle wax polish 90% of the fogging was gone and my mum was simply amazed. She said she kept accidentally thinking her full beams were on when actually her headlights were performing how they should. They were really bad so I could not remove all the fog but all in all I saved her £120 on a new set with only £15 worth of gear.
@ericmackey461
@ericmackey461 Жыл бұрын
Popcorn
@antoniomendez2881
@antoniomendez2881 Жыл бұрын
@@ericmackey461 You actually read his lifestory?
@ElaineMathis-q3w
@ElaineMathis-q3w Жыл бұрын
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@briansimpson6681
@briansimpson6681 Жыл бұрын
Buddy of mine told me to use deep woods off on a cloth. Cleaned the hell out of my old 96 f150 headlights. I was skeptical but it actually worked quite well. Probably like the wd40 as well
@TD402dd
@TD402dd 4 жыл бұрын
Sanding the old plastic will cause it to create very tiny cracks. Eventually the cover will fill with water. My Lincoln LS had a new cover added, so the repair center used a polishing wheel to clean the other lens. Five days layer it leaked. There are some better things available that is a type of cleaner polish that brings back the clarity and it has a finisher you put on by hand once per year. That was three years ago.
@gravemind6536
@gravemind6536 2 жыл бұрын
Yes if you sand them too much they are permantly fucked as the clear coat is gone the sanding method should only be used once and from then onwards prevent further residue by waxxing the lights every season and keeping them polished.
@Sammasambuddha
@Sammasambuddha Жыл бұрын
I wondered why your new headlight was leaking...
@kimmymcdells7132
@kimmymcdells7132 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video it answered some questions I had. I just tried the 3m system with nice results. It is certainly better than many other kits.
@doityourselfbri
@doityourselfbri 3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@urshy7453
@urshy7453 3 жыл бұрын
This is an awesome quick fix until the necessary 3M product can be purchased. Pretty much everyone has a can of WD40 or RP7 laying around. I will certainly be doing this on my daughters car! Hugs from Australia.... and many thanks!
@Boxerlove
@Boxerlove Жыл бұрын
I don’t know how but…. I have several cans of WD40 in my garage😅
@mannomadsi5996
@mannomadsi5996 Жыл бұрын
I had trying the WD40 the results are temporary.
@stfuplsok
@stfuplsok 11 ай бұрын
lying* around
@kevinduveneck1504
@kevinduveneck1504 3 жыл бұрын
WD40 works fine. Just don't wipe over it with degreaser or window cleaner afterwards. It will have to be done regularly because rain and car washes will remove it, but a can of WD40 is pretty cheap and you can do both headlights in about a minute using a cloth rag or even a soft paper towel.
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah sure, the choice is Yours whether You do the restoring well every few years, or You play with Your WD-40 wipes every other day. Personally I have so much other things in my life to do but keep on wiping my cars head lights continuously, many times in a week... Life is full of choices, some of those are easier than others.
@77racing71
@77racing71 2 жыл бұрын
@@MegaMiemiemie tool
@youaintlyin3388
@youaintlyin3388 Жыл бұрын
@@77racing71 AGREED!!
@leadnsteel1428
@leadnsteel1428 Жыл бұрын
WD40 and toothpaste with baking soda works great.... its cheap and it lasts.
@markfergerson2145
@markfergerson2145 Жыл бұрын
I was a little annoyed when he asked "did the WD-40 really clean the headlight" and didn't show us the towel.
@H20-town610
@H20-town610 4 жыл бұрын
I think the key to keeping these looking clear is to spray seal them with with a clear seal that is ultra violet resistant.
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
Don't tell the truth to everyone, man! WD-40's manufacturer is going to be bankrupted... LOL
@gravemind6536
@gravemind6536 2 жыл бұрын
Wax them every season. Because its not just UV that fades them but acid rain too.
@keithroberts5611
@keithroberts5611 Жыл бұрын
After restoration to keep lens clarity I recommend after washing the vehicle apply Turtle wax repair polish with UV blockers!! A small amount on a micro fibre cloth spread evenly over each lens leave for 5min's and then a light buff by hand will double the time before before restoration comes around again, I always use 3M kits have never failed me just Brilliant along with Meguiars clearcoat!!🤔😊🇬🇧👍
@MysticFogGarden
@MysticFogGarden Жыл бұрын
I used aceytone to remove yellowing and build up of people trying to resore the uv damage...aceytone, 1 swipe, melted it together, then just now I used wd 40 and finished it off....great...thanks for the WD 40 hack......
@sezuawn3861
@sezuawn3861 Жыл бұрын
The wax you're "cleaning off" is UV protection that keeps it from fading and getting yellow again.
@una8567
@una8567 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the truth! Using a rubbing compound, either with a polisher or by hand 😞 since I don't have one, pays off in the long-run. 🙏
@patrickkerner1471
@patrickkerner1471 Жыл бұрын
Mothers mag & crome polish, just did my car and couldnt believe how easy. Even if it only lasts 6 months its incredible! Tried the 3m and was Not as impressed with results.
@mikesabota2570
@mikesabota2570 4 ай бұрын
It's what I use!!👍👍
@zaineridling
@zaineridling 4 жыл бұрын
*Know your chemistry.* Acetone (nail polish remover) reacts negatively to the polycarbonate headlight cover and will PERFECTLY clear your headlights anywhere from 7-12 months of direct sunlight (UV rays). The only reason for sanding them (if needed) is if there's a coating such as clearcoat on them. Unnecessary unless you just want it. 👍
@waldipup9010
@waldipup9010 4 жыл бұрын
I've rerad to NEVER use nail polish remover , just pure acetone ,as the npr has additives .
@smileyone1612
@smileyone1612 3 жыл бұрын
Does acetone alone clean the headlights, or is it a part of steps to cleaning the headlights?
@felyg4310
@felyg4310 2 жыл бұрын
My husband used Off spray for mosquitoes. Worked perfect! I used a Mexican product called Ariel. It’s soap. I wet the headlight, and in a cloth, I sprinkled the soap and rub the lights. It worked perfectly for my Maxima headlights. I tried W-40, didn’t work.
@Sammasambuddha
@Sammasambuddha Жыл бұрын
Actually, you can get "clear bra" or similar transparent material (at tint shops) to cover your lights. It's cheap and replaceable if damaged by rocks. I get every car I own front wrapped, even the side mirrors. Works wonders.
@mssteamrobinson4613
@mssteamrobinson4613 Жыл бұрын
Would it have made a difference if you prepped the W-d 40 side the same way
@johnq5370
@johnq5370 3 жыл бұрын
WD40 is a great water displacing anti-corrosion product. Not so much a headlight restoring cleaner, as you demonstrate. Also using degreaser and window cleaner on PLASTIC headlights will cause the haze and yellowing to accelerate. After the polishing, good job on that, using a UV protecting coating is advisable.
@ezekielrandy6169
@ezekielrandy6169 3 жыл бұрын
Instablaster...
@gravemind6536
@gravemind6536 2 жыл бұрын
WD40 will mask things for a day or two thats it.
@carrierofthelight8129
@carrierofthelight8129 2 жыл бұрын
Degreaser was used to simulate what washing will do over time not as the actual process
@tomn5880
@tomn5880 3 жыл бұрын
I coated my plastic lenses with Turtle Wax paste wax and have not had any dulling in 3 years.
@gravemind6536
@gravemind6536 2 жыл бұрын
Yes do this every season and your headlights will be just fine prevention is the only way with plastic headlights.
@chrissadler1995
@chrissadler1995 4 жыл бұрын
I had great rest with only rubbing compound and a old t shirt to buff it of the lights
@bluetrue6062
@bluetrue6062 3 жыл бұрын
Same! Followed it up with Maguire's headlight sealer. Wow!
@krissytaylor2491
@krissytaylor2491 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been looking around for the best method and product. Gonna try this one out. Thank you for sharing.
@jamescourt5201
@jamescourt5201 Жыл бұрын
I didn't see you lather the 3M one in degreaser like the other. I think I'm going to test the WD-40 myself. Water falls from the sky, but engine degreaser doesn't. Unless you've had a train de-railment nearby or are near the Mississippi river post nuclear waste water purge.
@jessegirlpennell746
@jessegirlpennell746 Жыл бұрын
Temporary fix I use is power steering fluid or brake fluid
@tamahracuellar988
@tamahracuellar988 3 жыл бұрын
i agree with the rest of viewers you should have done the same process for both products, wd40 does more than that, i even clean up my appliances at home with it, stainless steel and even my bbq pit whihc is made of stainless steel and had rust,
@thanutpiag1687
@thanutpiag1687 4 жыл бұрын
For the long lasting shiny and more shiny ,the 3M kit had better cleaning by the WD40. But, the cleaning by 3M kit spent more time.
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
No shit, Sherlock?
@sirjohndoeofpa3292
@sirjohndoeofpa3292 4 жыл бұрын
I always used WD40. Hit it once in a while and you are all good.
@John-hq5sc
@John-hq5sc 3 жыл бұрын
Just done my Mazda with WD40, great results !!
@louisdiaz5411
@louisdiaz5411 4 жыл бұрын
You got some serious tool boxes there !!!
@rocketrod9545
@rocketrod9545 4 жыл бұрын
There all filled with WD40 cans
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
@@rocketrod9545 That's right. That dude is a heavy user of WD-40's. LOL.
@cashgoss7905
@cashgoss7905 3 жыл бұрын
If you had sanded the WD-40 light it probably would have been just as beautiful
@brandnubraids2599
@brandnubraids2599 3 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly
@kellyarnett4062
@kellyarnett4062 Жыл бұрын
Try mothers aluminum polish. 3-5 applications and buffing work best.
@tanty2475
@tanty2475 4 жыл бұрын
Great video. I saw another video youtuber that uses WD40 and the headlights looked clean and clear. But I did not relise that after a while the yellowish color came back. Youy proved WD40 actually didn't work.
@mrgeorgeleach7498
@mrgeorgeleach7498 4 жыл бұрын
Tan Ty wrong wd 40 works for me!!!
@SF-sp7rz
@SF-sp7rz 4 жыл бұрын
@@mrgeorgeleach7498 maybe so, but it doesn't work better than the 3M
@mrgeorgeleach7498
@mrgeorgeleach7498 4 жыл бұрын
SF2 works best for me.... cheap.... instant... lasts for weeks... even through a rainstorm no yellowing... cheaper... reusable... longer lasting product 👍🏾.... I'm about getting the most for less not trying to compete with 3m or "wipe new" cleaners🙄🤷🏾‍♂️
@Snarf338
@Snarf338 3 жыл бұрын
I have a friend that has a handicap enabled van that was sitting in the sun stationary for 4 years. Never cleaned. My friend did not really keep it clean that well before that. She got the van where she can drive it again and we are going to try and get all the hard gunk off of it and clean and shine it the best we can. A lot of oxidation. The lens have become really yellow and we were thinking about buying new headlights. I am thinking about trying something like this 3M product first. I used to use glass cleaner on my lights when I clean my car, never thought about using WD-40. Are there any negative effects if used over long term?
@gravemind6536
@gravemind6536 2 жыл бұрын
WD40 will not work it will just mask the issue for 2 days tops depending on climate. If they are really bad polish will not be enough you will need to sand them down then polish them and then wax them and keep waxing them every season to prevent fogginess returning.
@leo3334
@leo3334 Жыл бұрын
IMO Its easier to just re apply the wd40 on the headlights each time I wash my car? its a lot less hassles and cheaper?
@carloschisale3847
@carloschisale3847 2 жыл бұрын
Even to these old Toyota Corolla ae100 can it brighten up
@82_KID
@82_KID Жыл бұрын
I usually spray the WD-40 directly on the headlight itself and then spread it around
@MyDodgers23
@MyDodgers23 2 жыл бұрын
Does this work for old plastic headlight covers too ? Or only glass headlight covers.
@engineerinnewyork
@engineerinnewyork 2 жыл бұрын
As far as I know, this applies to plastic headlight covers only. Glass ones do not need any treatment unless you drive thru sand storms on a regular basis.
@nathanrice1796
@nathanrice1796 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you showed us that WD-40 may not be a good thing to use in this application.
@lester638
@lester638 5 жыл бұрын
Faster fix that works and lasts 1 sand with wet 1000 grit paper with soapy water 2 now use 2000 grit wet sand again 3 rinse off with clean water and dont touch with your greasy fingers afterwards 4 use paper towel to damp dry and now it will show a fine milk finish with no blemishes of old coating left behind or redo step 1 and 2 to get it better. 5 once done get a good fine brush and a small can of liquid plastic Varathane 6 Best finish without any runs is headlight out and facing up and brush on an nice thin coat of varathane. 7 will dry to tack in under a hr or 2 but if one careful you can reinstall or let dry overnight in a place with low dust etc and good eg is stash in oven hehehe. Just dont turn on by accident. This will develop to a factory glass hard surface in few days lasting many years. 8 Headlight will be back to perfect clear factory gloss finish that can be redone in a few years if needed note : i have done fast on vehicles for sale still mounted and got perfect results on all signal lights doing the same way
@jj-re4td
@jj-re4td 4 жыл бұрын
Hi good video question 1 you have to clean the headlight with degreaser or windows cleaner and how many time you spray w clear coat one or twice also how long you let it dry 20 or 30 minutes b
@madmanmoz6365
@madmanmoz6365 Жыл бұрын
3mm kit look good 👍🏼
@linMorrell
@linMorrell Жыл бұрын
I use the liquid 'Bar keepers friend.' Rub on...rub off. Perfectly clear headlights in minutes.
@coppertopv365
@coppertopv365 3 жыл бұрын
Headlight was too new. Try a 20Year+ Light cover
@Boxerlove
@Boxerlove Жыл бұрын
Clear coat ? Wow that sounds pretty cool
@lorenfok1097
@lorenfok1097 4 жыл бұрын
Project farm did a video on headlight restoration kits you should check it out. I believe Sylvania came out as the best. So happens they make lights too lol
@sirjohndoeofpa3292
@sirjohndoeofpa3292 4 жыл бұрын
You should do a video all about WD40, from its humble beginnings all the way to today...a must have in every toolbox, house, etc.
@panzerkiller13
@panzerkiller13 6 жыл бұрын
A quicker and cheaper alternative to the 3M restoration kit is Meguiar's ultimate compound. With a drill pad it might take a little longer, but a few squirts of that on a DA pad and I can restore both my headlights in maybe 30s apiece!
@BMe-ck6fd
@BMe-ck6fd 2 жыл бұрын
Just use “island girl”
@gullivergimeno7586
@gullivergimeno7586 3 жыл бұрын
what clear coat do you recommend?
@JeeperJimbo
@JeeperJimbo 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome the truth .... Thankyou I've used both 3M is by far the best ever ! I've had atleast 12 different family members who had hazed headlights and I've made them look new again thanks to 3M !! Great video as always two thumbs up !!!
@doityourselfbri
@doityourselfbri 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! I really love these 3M kits..
@chrisl9254
@chrisl9254 4 жыл бұрын
I hit it with wet sand and clear coat then the wd 40 method let dry then clean soap and water worked fine.
@ryanclark7295
@ryanclark7295 3 жыл бұрын
What grit
@chrisl9254
@chrisl9254 3 жыл бұрын
@@ryanclark7295 600
@lennyd.9270
@lennyd.9270 4 жыл бұрын
A quick rub with wd40 every few months is easier and cheaper. No tools required.
@namasterick
@namasterick 4 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing...Pull out the can and a few seconds with a rag...
@24Afroman
@24Afroman 4 жыл бұрын
Dose not last that long. I have to do it every day
@rockodashpr
@rockodashpr 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely won’t last a few months maybe a day if u keep your car inside the garage
@mrgeorgeleach7498
@mrgeorgeleach7498 4 жыл бұрын
We 40 or a knock-off brand works for me is cheaper faster and less time consuming!!! It lasts about a week or two and pushes water away when it rains!!!!
@VinodSingh-pz6xs
@VinodSingh-pz6xs 4 жыл бұрын
Yaa it's work...grrrreat
@jchavez53
@jchavez53 3 жыл бұрын
After using WD40, did you try using clear coat to maintain it.
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
To use a clear coat You would have to remove the WD-40 from the surface first, because clear coat needs a dry surface to get a grip. So You understand that WD-40 is useless when using a clear coat sealing...
@tkcdac
@tkcdac 4 жыл бұрын
Went ahead and bought me those buffer things. Will see how it works out. Ty
@doityourselfbri
@doityourselfbri 4 жыл бұрын
Nice! Let me know how it goes.
@savithrivenugopal
@savithrivenugopal 4 жыл бұрын
Hey how did it go?
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
@@savithrivenugopal He dead. Suffocated to those buffer things.
@lutherbailey7813
@lutherbailey7813 4 жыл бұрын
Used on my 2011 Cadillac STX 4 headlights looks great for now.
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
STX or XTS? Car is still ugly no matter how great or bright you think your headlights look.
@nicholasjose9407
@nicholasjose9407 Жыл бұрын
Why you didn't put the decreased on the other side as well??
@keithroberts5611
@keithroberts5611 Жыл бұрын
No need to the surface as been removed pay attention before leaving a stupid comment!!🙄
@Mvasqu25
@Mvasqu25 2 жыл бұрын
Well what if you sand the other side as well, then WD-40...
@Hoser16
@Hoser16 Жыл бұрын
That's it, I'm grabbing the 3M kit.
@timtweet8149
@timtweet8149 Жыл бұрын
Have you tried tooth paste and warm water rinse?
@bluefish225
@bluefish225 3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome. Thanks for doing this video!
@Walkercolt1
@Walkercolt1 4 жыл бұрын
Use WD-40 on polycarbonate headlight lenses and it will clear them for a while, then UV will turn them BROWN and they will crumble. Mother's, McGuire's, 3M, Eastwood's and other's all make excellent headlight restoration kits but they take some time and effort and the good ones cost some money for the polish and the buffs.
@erie910
@erie910 2 жыл бұрын
You're so right. WD-40, toothpaste, or other chemicals simply don't do the job.
@stfuplsok
@stfuplsok 11 ай бұрын
*Meguiar's
@malcolmjames7388
@malcolmjames7388 5 жыл бұрын
That headlight looked clean from the beginning,
@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay
@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay 5 жыл бұрын
You might need your eyes checked if you thought that.
@martyt19able
@martyt19able 4 жыл бұрын
I didn't think they looked to bad myself. They looked much, much better than my yellowed headlights . Which is the reason I'm watching these videos.
@JavierLopez-po2dv
@JavierLopez-po2dv 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t know if they just make the video to look good cause I try on my car and doesn’t work like that at all and not that east either
@pimpedoutstereos9747
@pimpedoutstereos9747 2 жыл бұрын
My diy method is 2000 wet n dry sandpaper with water and just rub back at the headlight until the lens is looking nice and clear and then just use car polish to bring back the shine
@jofferyrobertson1465
@jofferyrobertson1465 4 жыл бұрын
It works i was impressed, i will continue to use it, thanks so much
@timfoote6919
@timfoote6919 4 жыл бұрын
The flat brim hat...smh WD-40 is a no go. Just use some 3M rubbing compound. It does the trick.
@petestaint8312
@petestaint8312 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! Thanks for posting. 👍
@jtaylor4027
@jtaylor4027 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah but you didn't use the engine degreaser on the last headlight. Thought we missed that? Make things equal if you're going to recommend a product.
@Lrschumaker1053
@Lrschumaker1053 Жыл бұрын
And I noticed that the lighting where the 3M was applied was a lot brighter compared to when the other headlight was shown
@Jakub.K0
@Jakub.K0 Жыл бұрын
does it work on yellowed headlights?
@frankholtzclaw765
@frankholtzclaw765 2 жыл бұрын
So why didnt you put the engine clearer and glass cleaner on the 3M head light ?
@townhall05446
@townhall05446 4 жыл бұрын
For 15 seconds and a spray of WD40 every month or two I'll just add that to my car wash routine.
@bmwm6cabrio06
@bmwm6cabrio06 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha exactly what I was thinking
@paulgilraine3127
@paulgilraine3127 3 жыл бұрын
To right and that's what I will be doing 🤣
@kevinduveneck1504
@kevinduveneck1504 3 жыл бұрын
I use the WD40 and it does have to be done regularly, but it is so cheap and quick I don't have a problem with it
@paulr1305
@paulr1305 3 жыл бұрын
If you were to keep replying the WD40 every few months does it damage the plastic headlights over multiple use
@kevinduveneck1504
@kevinduveneck1504 3 жыл бұрын
Don't think it would eventually hurt the headlights but I would make sure to use a soft rag or soft paper towel to avoid causing small scratches that could build up over time.
@efstratiosdiakoniarakis9517
@efstratiosdiakoniarakis9517 Жыл бұрын
Question, how about after applying WD40......................apply sealer or clear spray , the head lights will stay clean ?
@Celticman197
@Celticman197 4 жыл бұрын
But does'nt sanding thin the lens overtime, increasing the risk of cracking.
@gvtv_the_6ix
@gvtv_the_6ix 3 жыл бұрын
You will probably just have to do it max of 2x before you get a new car anyway.
@paulbraddock4893
@paulbraddock4893 2 жыл бұрын
How do get broken ignition coil out of 2003honda accord it stuck cylinder head G
@steveleeart
@steveleeart 10 ай бұрын
Well I know what I will be doing next spring!
@rachaelcourtney1980
@rachaelcourtney1980 3 жыл бұрын
Bam. Works like a charm
@doityourselfbri
@doityourselfbri 3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@barackmycat9448
@barackmycat9448 2 жыл бұрын
This is well done. I was surprised the WD worked this good. I tried it and I had fair results but it needs more work to do a good job.
@curiosity2314
@curiosity2314 6 жыл бұрын
Since these lens were originally clear coated if people would wax them as I have from new they stay new forever basically. The 3M product used carefully will only remove the haze and once waxed properly should look good for some time to come. Wax your automobile like a Fire Engine and it all stays new.
@speedlever
@speedlever 2 жыл бұрын
My 17 year old Pilot (2006) and 14 year old Ridgeline (2008) show no evidence of headlight damage. Yes, they are garaged. They only see occasional drive thru car washes.
@TheHondaGuy10
@TheHondaGuy10 Жыл бұрын
I used a napkin and used a WD-40 to spray the headlight and the headlights were cleaned.
@richardreichow1969
@richardreichow1969 5 жыл бұрын
I have had satisfactory results using rubbing compound (cleaning ) followed with a coat of Nu-Finish .. Lasts a couple of years , easy to do , quick 10/15 minutes each lamp , no taping , & cheap ....
@sapphire163
@sapphire163 4 жыл бұрын
same here. I use a headlight polish, which I suspect is rubbing compound with a different label on it. Followed by nu finish. Lasts about a year.
@loseerich493
@loseerich493 3 жыл бұрын
I little big of brake fluid on a clean lint-free rag... nearly as fast as the WD-40 to put on, lasts a long time. Just make sure you don't get any of it on the car's paint.
@timeorspace3310
@timeorspace3310 6 жыл бұрын
There should be a disclaimer "paid for by 3M Corporation, St. Paul, MN"
@gordonalkire3287
@gordonalkire3287 4 жыл бұрын
tried WD40 twice. Each time it lasted about overnight and then cloudy again. The 3 M is my next step. When you get the oxidized plastic off by rubbing with the sand paper it is going to say clear longer. WD40 did not work
@WhatsMyLane
@WhatsMyLane 3 жыл бұрын
I wonder what 3000 grit and wD 40 would look like
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
You serious?
@MemphisMojo15s
@MemphisMojo15s 2 жыл бұрын
Schaeffers Penetro 90 would probably clean it too. I've seen demos of their products and I am switching everything. Lab results also show excellent results and blew Amsoil and all others out of the water
@mrlaw711
@mrlaw711 4 жыл бұрын
I do like your video, and smooth presentation .
@vicentepallamare2608
@vicentepallamare2608 Жыл бұрын
If you have a quick solution for the peeling paint (e.g. front bumper) I am all ears :)
@cchplays8182
@cchplays8182 3 жыл бұрын
2005 Honda Jazz with badly yellowed headlamps - If you've got an electric cooker with a ceramic hob.....use the hob cleaner...instant result, polish it on in small circles.....buff it off with a yellow duster.......it works.....try it for a great result in a couple of minutes.....none of that sanding nonsense.....o/c wash the lamps with soapy water, do not use glass sprays etc. lights will stay clear.
@markfrankham1
@markfrankham1 2 жыл бұрын
I'll give it a go the weekend. Just bought a 2006 volvo with this issue
@cchplays8182
@cchplays8182 2 жыл бұрын
@@markfrankham1 Good luck, let me know how you get on......afterwards you should be able to see the road at night....Lol
@stevemalone2010
@stevemalone2010 2 жыл бұрын
Great demo, thanks
@jorgetorres7491
@jorgetorres7491 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mr For Your Help It Really Did Work
@doityourselfbri
@doityourselfbri 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it worked!
@charlespratt8663
@charlespratt8663 4 жыл бұрын
If you're selling the car and the guys showing up in 10 minutes use the WD 40.
@costantineyoussif6679
@costantineyoussif6679 2 жыл бұрын
Hahah
@BMe-ck6fd
@BMe-ck6fd 2 жыл бұрын
Just use “island girl”
@maxsmart8954
@maxsmart8954 Жыл бұрын
Vicks !!!!!!
@ru5tpR0of24
@ru5tpR0of24 Жыл бұрын
Lol!!!
@tuco187.g5
@tuco187.g5 Жыл бұрын
You'll ruin the paint job on that car
@mkim269
@mkim269 2 жыл бұрын
What How about if it’s dirty in the inside how do you clean that
@philpreston8658
@philpreston8658 4 жыл бұрын
On the WD-40 side you used a degreaser and window cleaner, on the other one you just used window cleaner. I wonder if one would seal it after the WD-40 if it would last longer. Just curious
@MegaMiemiemie
@MegaMiemiemie 3 жыл бұрын
I don't think it would last any longer. WD-40 leaves an oily surface, which would have to be removed before spreading the sealer... Get it?
@louie9621
@louie9621 2 жыл бұрын
Why didn't you use the degreaser on the 3m side also? Just the glass cleaner.
@DrBill-zv5dx
@DrBill-zv5dx 3 жыл бұрын
I’ll use WD-40 tomorrow. Great video , cheers 🍻
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