How to restore Headlights | DIY Headlight Restoration

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  • @CrookedMustache
    @CrookedMustache  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We tried the Mothers Mag polish "Restore Headlights in 2 steps | Mothers Mag Polish" th-cam.com/video/8Xr9vy5JDhs/w-d-xo.html

  • @markb9051
    @markb9051 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    I've tried aluminum polish and it works very good. I also tried 3M's kit and I would say it did even better. You need to coat it with a UV protector whatever you do.

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Clear spray paint with UV added works, too.

    • @im2yys4u81
      @im2yys4u81 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@skaizun Meguiar's makes an excellent sealer. I use CeraKote kits that include everything you need. A lot cheaper than Meguiar's as well.

    • @sgteduardo2146
      @sgteduardo2146 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Just used Meguiars aluminum polish I had. Worked great on my 2009 Honda Accord V6. Now need to clear coat them .

    • @jjsifo1
      @jjsifo1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      3M polishing compound is the best I have tried so far. Thanks for the video.

    • @ianpuddick
      @ianpuddick หลายเดือนก่อน

      What’s the best way to seal the head light after it’s been cleaned ??

  • @lfyt3754
    @lfyt3754 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Lemon juice and baking soda does the trick.
    I threw a good chunk of baking soda in a bowl added lemon juice let it bubble up and dabbed a kitchen sponge in and rubbed in circular motions. You will notice a difference in seconds. Rinse the sponge off and wipe the headlight again with water dry with kitchen towel or a cloth and job done.

  • @breft3416
    @breft3416 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I did a great job with the Harbor Frieght kit and Rustoleum clear coat.. I messed one side up with too much clear coat. Sanding it off is a lot of extra work.

  • @jsmariani4180
    @jsmariani4180 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I've seen videos that use various sandpapers, then compound and Polishing. Looks like it works and is a lot of work.

  • @alanberry5091
    @alanberry5091 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I've used glass top oven cleaner, works pretty good.

  • @FishingWithFonu
    @FishingWithFonu 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I used some cutting Polish other day. Took about 3 minutes by hand and came up like new.

  • @Funkydood
    @Funkydood 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I use Meguiar's Mag Cleaner: Cheap, fast & excellent!!!

    • @vegasfordguy
      @vegasfordguy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      However it's not a long term fix and you'll need to do it over and over again. It also won't allow for 100 percent light output. There's only one correct way and that's to completely wet sand all of the clear coat off and spray with automotive grade 2 stage clear coat.

  • @brunswickflyer
    @brunswickflyer 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I use micro-mesh. It has several grades of grit sanding cloth. Start at whatever grit is suitable. I then use the cream lotion that comes with the kit. Perfect every time. I do airplane windows.

  • @Ed-yj8ts
    @Ed-yj8ts 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video. The restoration kits actually remove the crazed surface. The basic 3M restoration kit includes two prepackaged clear coat wipes to finish with.

  • @Lokahi-fo-life
    @Lokahi-fo-life 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    As a home remedy I would try Barkeepers Friend. It works well on hard water on shower doors.

  • @jmonte5899
    @jmonte5899 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I just use a clean rag and Off bug spray. It gets really sticky if you let it dry, so have some water ready, too. I only do them once or twice a year.

  • @skaizun
    @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That was a lot of effort! I wish you had shown the lights on, before and after.

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @skaizun I misread your comment at first and then I realized what you meant, for the next one a lights on 💡 before and after is exactly what we’ll do. Cause it’s not just cosmetically that they look better but when they are clouded over the light output is pitiful!

  • @robertgums4496
    @robertgums4496 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Regular rubbing compound works well.

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The key is to keep it moist while working with it. I keep a spray bottle of water and squirt the lens surface every 10 seconds or so.

    • @chartmann43
      @chartmann43 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      What’s rubbing compound?

    • @mwarren2988
      @mwarren2988 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@chartmann43It's commonly used for paint scratches, it takes the top layer of paint/clear off. Will be in the wax/auto detailing section of the automotive section.

    • @Dodger2879
      @Dodger2879 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@chartmann43
      Use a mild one! Not coarse.
      Arm & Hammer baking soda toothpaste to finish.
      As stated, keep water spray handy.
      Patience and care are essential. I know. I did not!

    • @brendamello2202
      @brendamello2202 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Dodger2879j 9:13

  • @billmadle1235
    @billmadle1235 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great video I enjoyed watching your testing

  • @_LVC
    @_LVC 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    If you dont want to buy the mothers kit just buy mothers mag. Polish

  • @rosecroix2467
    @rosecroix2467 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Auto store turned me on to Mothers Mag polish. Worked well. Worked well on the 2002 and up. But not on 1996 Ranger lights.

    • @denizsivar2425
      @denizsivar2425 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      so what did you use on ranger ? i have 2001 ranger also needs

  • @jesseserna8424
    @jesseserna8424 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I have tried all these remedies and inexpensive kits from stores..And they all work to some extent but after you clean “Spray some clear coat on the finished headlight or it will film/fog over again” make sure you tape around the headlights so not to get any cleaners or clear coat on the car itself.Or if you just ❤️ your car like my Honda’s (pilot/fit) buy new ones 😉

    • @Cecelia-n7d
      @Cecelia-n7d 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh I didn't know that. You can buy new ones. I'll have to call and find out the price at Ford dealer... Cecelia. (2012 Escape, small SUV.)

    • @RollieKid
      @RollieKid 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah my buddy just bought two new lights for his Buick went in easier than all the scrubbing ✌️

    • @oblivieon1567
      @oblivieon1567 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Cecelia-n7d Amazon is your friend if you have a common car.

    • @oblivieon1567
      @oblivieon1567 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're totally right buying new ones are the way to go because these remedies don't last. Once I have new ones I maintain them by using Mequiars Plastx. They don't seem to fog over as quickly.

  • @wyomingsky
    @wyomingsky 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Toothpaste on a wet sponge works very easily. It has titanium dioxide in it to polish your teeth and works well and easily on headlamps. Real difficult

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not all toothpastes have the same ingredients. A simple, white, toothpaste has baking soda, which, per the vid, didn't do so great.

  • @hankfollman3149
    @hankfollman3149 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I used toothpaste...with a wet sponge. But i let it sit for bout a half hour too. Then just rinse it off with water. It accually works good.

    • @Cecelia-n7d
      @Cecelia-n7d 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you, I will do this next time just before for state inspection.... Cecelia.

    • @hankfollman3149
      @hankfollman3149 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Cecelia-n7d people dont realize that those harsh chemicals can do more harm than good.hope it works for ya.

  • @dengoodburn5394
    @dengoodburn5394 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Would have using Power Tools with the other products caused better Results????

    • @larrysorenson4789
      @larrysorenson4789 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dengoodburn5394 i like my little buffer and clean pads as I get to the glass look.

  • @rodepperson5885
    @rodepperson5885 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Rubbng compound will do the trick

  • @patrickbodine1300
    @patrickbodine1300 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I just use Off bug spray.
    Spray it on a rag, rub the lens.
    It works.
    I know it works.
    You are welcome.

    • @RollieKid
      @RollieKid 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👍 I've seen that Thanks ✌️

    • @MrPatriot08
      @MrPatriot08 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It does work…but doesn’t last long. But easy to repeat.

  • @diecastmental
    @diecastmental 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    water hand-pump + SOSpad(has soap on it) + remove soapy water +(wet sand 1500 grit if you feel not smooth after SOSpad + rinse + dry + blue tape off + Rustolium 2x gloss clear (UV protecting , non-yellow , usable on plastics) = Fanstic Result!

  • @jeffwebb-eb5hg
    @jeffwebb-eb5hg 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Mother's aluminum mag polish or OFF bug spray + paste wax

  • @lmbear
    @lmbear 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Mother's mag and aluminum polish for the win..

    • @pgb1913
      @pgb1913 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mother's mag wheel cleaner DOES NOT work!

  • @mikeharrington5593
    @mikeharrington5593 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    For myself I use the quickest, cheapest & easiest to keep lamps clean: First "gently" (without abrasives) clean off the the dirt & traffic film grease (maybe use WD40 with soft cloth), wash off with suds, rinse, dry & then polish with several coats of Mr Sheen multi-surface cleaner/polish (from any Wallmart). Only if that simple process doesn't improve the lamps would I even consider more aggressive methods. I certainly wouldn't attempt extreme renovation like DIY sanding & buffing treatments with re-coating(!) because I would never let the lamps get into that bad a state.

    • @leeenfield4900
      @leeenfield4900 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wait about eight to ten years... Ultraviolet light will yellow the plastic. Paper towels are made from cellulose (tough enough to dull steel) and will leave fine scratches which road dirt fill... causing the plastic to dull. Don't be too quick to dismiss the usefulness of properly applied abrasives. The Federal Govt. should encourage the use of tempered glass lenses and then us consumers wouldn't need to correct the deliberate cheap engineering the manufacturers get away with.

  • @ClasserFyed
    @ClasserFyed 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Maguires headlight cleaner works very well wipe on wipe off

  • @WhyKnot-lr1kk
    @WhyKnot-lr1kk 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Rubbing compound works.
    Put it on a little sick, lotta dry totally. Then scrub off.
    Nothing will make them look like new but this works pretty well.

  • @jimdigio9765
    @jimdigio9765 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Seems like regular suntan lotion spf 30 that we use on our body would work on headlights since it is uv rays that cause discoloration. Suntan lotion is cheap. What do you think?

  • @thomasstorelli470
    @thomasstorelli470 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    The best way by far wet sand headlights 2000 grit sandpaper spray clear coat on them

  • @sumexp7228
    @sumexp7228 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I really had to do something about mine recently and since my pockets were way more empty than I want I've started to think about it and decided to experiment a 7 steps women nails file found at the dollar store.
    😂😂😂😂😂me laughing about myself
    😮and then followed the steps and did a great job using a bit of water. 🎉💦
    🥳🥳🥳 total cost 10$ and still have some unwrapped left.

  • @brendarodrigues3046
    @brendarodrigues3046 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gave a 👍🏾up!!!! Well Done!!!!

  • @georgefirman3187
    @georgefirman3187 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Depending on how bad it is. coarse to find wet paper send the hell out of it. Buy sealer seal it afterwards.

  • @rudly
    @rudly 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    how often does clean headlight last?

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My sister used a pro kit, and it lasted about 6 months.
      I used a 1,000 grit sandpaper very gently by hand to remove the surface delaminations, then Soft Scrub with a buffing pad drill bit, and sprayed water every 10 seconds or so to keep it moist, adding a little bit of Soft Scrub as needed. I went through half a bottle of SS for one lens, and it did a great job, but, lasted only 3 months, which is fine, because I only needed it to pass annual inspection! BTW, most inspectors don't care about the lens, as long as they can see the light at the end of their bay! (they have devices to test the brightness, but, the vast majority won't bother with that)

  • @larrysorenson4789
    @larrysorenson4789 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    If you do get results polishing, you should immediately clean it to remove any residue and chemicals and spray on a coat of the best automotive clear coat you can buy.

    • @victormedina177
      @victormedina177 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The clear coat doesn't adhere to the polished surface.

    • @larrysorenson4789
      @larrysorenson4789 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@victormedina177 do you have any manufacturer’s data that I could read?

    • @victormedina177
      @victormedina177 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@larrysorenson4789 Sorry, i have no time to search it for you, but internet is full of information how to paint correctly. Also, reed the instruction and technical data on the cans.

    • @victormedina177
      @victormedina177 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@larrysorenson4789 Sorry, i have no time to search it for you, but the internet is full of information how to do it correctly. Also read the instructions and technical data on the cans.

    • @larrysorenson4789
      @larrysorenson4789 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@victormedina177 but I researched it for you.

  • @DanoSlingz
    @DanoSlingz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative video, thanks! 😎✌️

  • @scottflores4482
    @scottflores4482 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So people know that it’s not fake. You should wipe it down with water first.😊

  • @HoosierRooster
    @HoosierRooster 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ceracote is the best

  • @adpeace2181
    @adpeace2181 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome! 😊👍

  • @miikeneville9744
    @miikeneville9744 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Mother's mag and wheel cleaner, wipe it on then buff it out, works on old yellow lights , ends up like new.

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We actually tried it
      Restore Headlights in 2 steps | Mothers Mag Polish
      th-cam.com/video/8Xr9vy5JDhs/w-d-xo.html

  • @scottgraham3445
    @scottgraham3445 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Chrome cleaner works for me

  • @2024.choice
    @2024.choice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have found the best way to restore your headlights buy new ones

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I read the beginning of this sentence with such sincerity, that I fell out of my chair laughing by the end 🤣

  • @freddykagin
    @freddykagin 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What really works. Is the question.

  • @sunilphalakdhari3869
    @sunilphalakdhari3869 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Definitely NO brakefluid.
    Mothers are amazing products, no contest. But to be fair, all the other methods did not get the full treatment as the retail product got, polisher, etc. So not a very compatible fair test

  • @flygrrrrl3753
    @flygrrrrl3753 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m so confused. Is it just dirty headlights?? I used Mr. Clean Clean Freak spray and a power drill brush attachment to clean my headlights. Took about 60 seconds per light to get the dirt off. Why didn’t you use the brush on all the other products like the baking soda?

    • @OtherSarah2
      @OtherSarah2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      it's actually the plastic "rotting" in the sunlight/weather. You want to polish off the layer that is damaged, then UV coat the new surface.

  • @missrv9432
    @missrv9432 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fast orange hand cleaner. ❤

  • @georgeschnecker5338
    @georgeschnecker5338 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I came up with mild dish soap in a small spray bottle spray on light spray a napkin put some ciggarette ash on it buff lightly .

  • @BradleyRankin
    @BradleyRankin 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What can of bugs spray is it??

    • @patrickbodine1300
      @patrickbodine1300 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Off.

    • @mwarren2988
      @mwarren2988 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Off, but get the outdoor brand with the highest Deet % .. off outdoor is 40% Deet. Regular off is like 20-30%. Deet is the main chemical in the spray that helps uncloud it. Does not last forever but makes them look better.

  • @rickschatz2691
    @rickschatz2691 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    But what does the fix look like after a year in the sun???

  • @cms3052
    @cms3052 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You haven't use the best yet.
    I just did my headlights. They went from yellow to crystal clear in just a few effortless minutes and for less than $10. You will not get a better result.
    Use Mother's Mag and Aluminum polisher.
    Coat the headlamp with the paste.
    Buff it out by hand with a cloth right away.
    Stand there in admiration and say, "Holy s*hit".
    Wash with soap and water.
    Rinse with clean water and let it dry.
    Repeat again if needed.
    It doesn't get any easier than that.
    To protect the headlamps against yellowing I'm using
    High Gloss Car Rep 2K Clear Coat spray can.
    It's UV and chip protectant.

    • @rebeccabryant5542
      @rebeccabryant5542 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank's😂

    • @cms3052
      @cms3052 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@rebeccabryant5542 Rebecca. I just did this a few days ago. When I wrote this I had only cleaned the headlights, but not protected them.
      I recommend NOT using the 2K protectant. Although it protects against UV and premature yellowing, it didn't spray on the headlights properly. It left them looking frosted and not crystal clear. Its not an issue for me because it didnt affect the amount of light coming out of the headlights, but you may not like the slight frosted look. You may want to research a different approach.

  • @SwordofLight
    @SwordofLight 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Finish off with a Meguiars Keep Clear Headlight spray (2 times @ 10 minutes apart). Spray again each year as a UV filter and you will not be doing the full headlight clearing every 2 years.

  • @im2yys4u81
    @im2yys4u81 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    CeraKote runs circles around Mother's and can be bought at WalMart for $16-$17.00

  • @red2965
    @red2965 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So why does the manufacturers last so long? Say 3-4 year's why does a good scratching only last up to say 6 mos.?
    Does anyone consider using a torch to heat the plastic to diffuse the molecules, or is that a thing?

    • @IYar56
      @IYar56 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Use protectant for prevention...

  • @Moc5116
    @Moc5116 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Try elbow grease ,works every time

  • @jamesbaker429
    @jamesbaker429 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Look better and be able to see much further in the dark.

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Actually took that a step further too! - th-cam.com/users/shorts7AruK48Ta88

  • @ClaymateDesigner
    @ClaymateDesigner 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Anyone considered finishing with a coat of clear varnish ?

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Varnish will disintegrate over a very short period of time. Clear coat spray paint with UV is the better way to go; not indestructible, of course, but, it won't leave a mess or discolor as it ages/erodes.

    • @justincase1575
      @justincase1575 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You need to uv coat it.

    • @chrisstuffel6819
      @chrisstuffel6819 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I've used fast drying polyurethane. Works for about a year

    • @chrisstuffel6819
      @chrisstuffel6819 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I've used fast drying polyurethane and had good results. Year or two

  • @ikarooz
    @ikarooz 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    "I'm not gonna lie." OK, let us know when you are.

  • @redneckarcher1143
    @redneckarcher1143 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    2 parts vinegar 1 part baking soda

  • @Nx200z
    @Nx200z 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    None of these last more than 6months, and you can do it again.

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sadly correct, once the initial layers of clear on the headlight begin to break down it’s a repetitive cycle until you completely refinish the headlights to include a layer of clear coat

    • @chrisstuffel6819
      @chrisstuffel6819 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Use wax to shield uv rays

  • @beatrixbrennan1545
    @beatrixbrennan1545 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Scotty Kilmer told me not to bother with kits. Unnecessary.

  • @reelmodzz1709
    @reelmodzz1709 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Who was getting chased by the cops. You can hear the sirens in the background 🤦🏻🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 should have edit that. 👮‍♂️ 🚨

  • @timesurfingalien
    @timesurfingalien 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The best way I've discovered is a clear coat from a rattle can

  • @jim0311
    @jim0311 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It will yellow again no matter what you do

  • @edgarvelez6302
    @edgarvelez6302 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    In my garage where I don't see it can you find it for me

    • @dalehood1846
      @dalehood1846 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @edgarvelez,. It's on the back shelf on the right side, near the bottom, behind some stuff.

  • @jimjersey2345
    @jimjersey2345 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The question is...
    How long does it last ???

    • @chrisstuffel6819
      @chrisstuffel6819 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's not the plastics fault. I polish mine on my camry every year and keep them waxed. Wax them every 6 months. The car is a 2014 and they still look new

  • @laurencemartin2797
    @laurencemartin2797 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! Thx!

  • @SophieBird07
    @SophieBird07 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    4000 grit sandpaper with water.

  • @leelafarlett3535
    @leelafarlett3535 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've never heard it called "indicator lens". Does he say "left indicator "? I've mostly heard , "turn signal", or just turn on your dang "blinker".

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      🤣 Dude it’s the Brits I tell you, I’ve been watching The OG Top Gear since it way back when it was on Discovery Channel, I blame them and “Are you being served” for that ⬆️ and every time I’ve said “lift” 🛗 instead of “Elevator”

    • @leelafarlett3535
      @leelafarlett3535 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CrookedMustache Seems like something that "lifts" wouldn't be called an elevator , or a lift. It is a "lifter". Just like something that trails behind your vehicle , is a trailer, someone that loves, lover, one that bakes, baker, something that alternates, alternater , pistons ... oops

    • @2hotscot
      @2hotscot 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@leelafarlett3535 Need to use the lift to get to your loft.

    • @leelafarlett3535
      @leelafarlett3535 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@2hotscot what do you mean "use the lift"

    • @2hotscot
      @2hotscot 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@leelafarlett3535 lift=elevator, loft=apartment.

  • @vegasfordguy
    @vegasfordguy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    None of what you've shown will do anything for long term results and the light output will still be minimal. The only correct way to fix your headlight lenses permanently with OEM light output is to wet sand all of the old clear coat off until you're down to the polycarbonate lens and then to wet sand and spray with an automotive grade 2 stage clear coat. Nothing else will work very well and will look just as bad within a few months.

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @vegasfordguy the problem with the home remedies is how ridiculous they gotten while people say that the results are comparable to an off the shelf product. That said, when we tried the Mothers Mag polish Restore Headlights in 2 steps | Mothers Mag Polish
      th-cam.com/video/8Xr9vy5JDhs/w-d-xo.html. I was pleasantly surprised!

  • @ecash00
    @ecash00 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    harborfraight, Metal polishing compound

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We tried the mother mag polish as well - th-cam.com/video/8Xr9vy5JDhs/w-d-xo.html

  • @stevengibbins8350
    @stevengibbins8350 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've found toothpaste to be useful.

  • @donwest5387
    @donwest5387 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    tooth paste, plastic polish

  • @NomadFella
    @NomadFella 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    At least summarize the results and rate different tests from best to worst.

  • @chriscomfort1378
    @chriscomfort1378 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Don't get that brake fluid on your paint.

  • @yaohkhanandaout3292
    @yaohkhanandaout3292 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Most of these are bad fron the interior of the housing.

  • @davea5150
    @davea5150 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    ACETONE WORKS GREAT!! PUT IT ON AND LET IT SIT FOR AN HOUR. THEN RINSE WITH GASOLINE.

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Most lenses are plastic or acrylic. Acetone dissolves them. Really bad idea, never mind the gasoline.

    • @ShaneCronquist
      @ShaneCronquist 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Head light resto with uncle rob lol

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have heard of Acetone vapor, like what they do to smooth out the surfaces of 3D printing models….idea 💡

    • @paulricelli5520
      @paulricelli5520 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@ShaneCronquistA gallon of gas,a beer, and listen to Skynyrd like a real man.

  • @SiervaDeDiosyBendecida7
    @SiervaDeDiosyBendecida7 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why doing hands

  • @janetcrisp5815
    @janetcrisp5815 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Toothpaste & WD-40

  • @SnarlyWhiplash
    @SnarlyWhiplash 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Might wanna try a buffing machine instead of your damn hand,
    is this preschool ??

  • @vancepozon7894
    @vancepozon7894 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    WD40 is the fastest way, but will not last long.

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It can leave a residue, which will be difficult to remove. Also, it works only a the top surface layer, so, you'd have to work very hard to get it to do anything like lens restoration. Not advisable.

  • @gavindear-yv9tf
    @gavindear-yv9tf 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Try tooth paste. it works.

  • @jeanlawson9133
    @jeanlawson9133 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Acetone

  • @DennyShannon-ow1ui
    @DennyShannon-ow1ui 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Nothing works ALL HYPE SAVE YOUR MONEY

    • @TT64NOVASS
      @TT64NOVASS 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      Wrong , the 3M works pretty damn good , I've done several , unless the headlights are oxidized on the inside of the lens , then nothing works .

    • @chrisstuffel6819
      @chrisstuffel6819 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      If you keep your lens waxed, with a good wax, they will last. My car is a 2014 and they still look new

    • @poolman8201
      @poolman8201 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mother's aluminum and mag polish works great..

    • @Cecelia-n7d
      @Cecelia-n7d 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you ​@@poolman8201

    • @ragecage2011
      @ragecage2011 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@poolman8201 I use that with a hand held polisher. Then hit it with a sealer works perfect ❤

  • @eastsideclassicgaragemarin5256
    @eastsideclassicgaragemarin5256 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Imagine mixing all cleaners together??

    • @skaizun
      @skaizun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      NEVER do such!!! There is no telling what the chemical reactions can do to the surface or you, for that matter!

    • @dalehood1846
      @dalehood1846 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Correct! Just asking for trouble.

    • @eastsideclassicgaragemarin5256
      @eastsideclassicgaragemarin5256 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Actually the 3 products I used worked perfectly. HiGrit rubbing compound my Craftsman sander/buffer, and rattle can Acrilic enamel clear coat

  • @edmooi
    @edmooi 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What is Gojo, did not even say what it is for ? Nobody use this ! Not found in the market !!!

    • @CrookedMustache
      @CrookedMustache  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Gojo is an abrasive hand cleaner, it’s for oil and grease, typically used by mechanics. Here it was a stand in toothpaste which is another “home remedy” headlight cleaner

    • @hippieJOSH420
      @hippieJOSH420 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      You must never do your own mechanical work

    • @RuebenHernandez-e4n
      @RuebenHernandez-e4n 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's in a auto parts store

    • @TT64NOVASS
      @TT64NOVASS 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You don't clean your hands ?

  • @darrylknepper6171
    @darrylknepper6171 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Sorry you wasted so much time and effort. What you did with all that time I could have done in less than 5 minutes. Guaranteed or your money back. Next experiment, grab a can of repel mesquito spray, not off, spray on headlamp liberally, let set approximately 30 seconds, watch it and you will see the crud running down headlamp. Wash immediately with hot soapy water. Repeat as necessary. Should be able to do 1 headlamp in 3 to 4 minutes. Prove me right or Prove me wrong. It's cheap and fast.

  • @AlCatrraz
    @AlCatrraz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    With the BRAKE FLUID… on a scale of 5 it was “3 DOT 4”…

  • @Spiderman-tg9ke
    @Spiderman-tg9ke 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Use a toothbrush to apply whatever you choose to use

  • @BradleyRankin
    @BradleyRankin 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What can of bugs spray is it??

    • @dalehood1846
      @dalehood1846 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Forget the bug spray. It will lighten it a little, then clouds OVER AGAIN!

    • @mattydog3481
      @mattydog3481 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Off

  • @BradleyRankin
    @BradleyRankin 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What can of bugs spray is it??