Preachers Sheets Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 It's a great way to bring that new car look back, this add's the final touch. Here is an example of my work. http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/43690/2922961820050245624S600x600Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb32.webshots.com/45663/2520618440050245624S600x600Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb31.webshots.com/42910/2377090480050245624S600x600Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb23.webshots.com/32278/2156690750050245624S600x600Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb28.webshots.com/45211/2922188150050245624S600x600Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb22.webshots.com/21781/2408579220050245624S600x600Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb48.webshots.com/44719/2982075130050245624S600x600Q85.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnightboxer Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 how long does it last? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow05gtRI Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 do you have to take them apart to do that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ean611 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 That looks sweet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preachers Sheets Posted November 25, 2009 Author Share Posted November 25, 2009 Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ean611 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 where do you do said work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preachers Sheets Posted November 25, 2009 Author Share Posted November 25, 2009 Stoughton, MA but I am limited to working at the mercy of the elements (no garage) so I try to detail other peoples cars at their house. 90% of people like that idea more anyhow so it really works out well for me. Detailing is a hobby/past time for me. I have a regular job in Boston tending to voice communication equipment for stock traders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ean611 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 How do you get those results? (curious, as I like DIY) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
300zx2lgt Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 3m headlight lens restorer--costs about $20-$25 and its amazing. You just need a power drill to get those types of results the op got. Takes about 20 minutes. I did 3 cars with 1 kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniStiGuy Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 300 grit wet sand paper, 600 grit wet sand paper, 2000 grit wet sand paper and mequiers PlastiX and a hand buffing/finishing pad Looks good. OEM HID's Rx330 Retro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 On Lexan, I use Brasso - military guys know this stuff. Works really well as it's a micro-polish/cleaner used to clean well, brass, other metals and "polishable" surfaces. Just keep a couple clean microfiber towels available. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preachers Sheets Posted November 27, 2009 Author Share Posted November 27, 2009 I wet sand the plastic first (multiple stages if I'm bored and want to kill time). To get rid of the hazing from the sand paper I use a compound, then a polish then a cleaner. From my experience I think one type of sand paper is enough; its the liquid compound/polisher/cleaner that really gives them the extra sparkle. Liquid correct is applied more evenly through even distribution on the polisher pad, you build up heat at a fast rate and as you slow down the pad breaks down the abrasives in the liquid finer and finer until there is nothing left. Everything has to be uniform, even pressure, same amount of heat and things have to break down. This idea applies way more towards clear coat correction but I just use the same idea on anything that is corrected by abrasive measures and everything seems to come out just as good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 ^ Would using a PC orbital work better, instead of a high-speed polisher or drill attachment? - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brady Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 Good luck getting a PC to fit in the work space! I'd say for some things, you just need to work with a different tool. PC is good for large surfaces, but there are areas you just can't get to with the PC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdadi Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 colgate tooth paste + windex + power drill polisher/buffering You have to do yearly though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preachers Sheets Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share Posted November 30, 2009 The PC would work but your going to want to use the smallest pad you can. The rotary comes with smaller pads and it works faster (at least for me). Just give it a shot with the PC, if your headlights are that bad you can only make them better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniStiGuy Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 PC with 4" pad should do the job. OEM HID's Rx330 Retro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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