Restored my lights.

F80_M3llow · 04-08-2017, 06:58 AM

Hello everyone. So I got tired of looking at my hazy pitted headlights and decided to restore them. I used the 3m headlight kit. Then finished with plastic x and got a great result with applying the whipe new after the polishing. The lights look brand new and I'm very happy with the results. Sorry for the big pics.

6ixSpd · 04-08-2017, 09:32 AM

Wipe New is straight up magic after sanding the lenses down. Good work!

F80_M3llow · 04-08-2017, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

Wipe New is straight up magic after sanding the lenses down. Good work!

Stuff is truly amazing. Would you recommend putting a layer of wax on top after cured. I'll be installing the 3m headlight covers to protect the lights fully.

6ixSpd · 04-08-2017, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by F80_M3llow

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

Wipe New is straight up magic after sanding the lenses down. Good work!

Stuff is truly amazing. Would you recommend putting a layer of wax on top after cured. I'll be installing the 3m headlight covers to protect the lights fully.

I waited 48 hours and then applied headlight film, yes.

Another member here just left it alone after using the wipe-new and even 6 months later they looked perfect.

jwong77 · 04-08-2017, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

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Originally Posted by F80_M3llow

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

Wipe New is straight up magic after sanding the lenses down. Good work!

Stuff is truly amazing. Would you recommend putting a layer of wax on top after cured. I'll be installing the 3m headlight covers to protect the lights fully.

I waited 48 hours and then applied headlight film, yes.

Another member here just left it alone after using the wipe-new and even 6 months later they looked perfect.

I did exactly this a few years back, my headlights still look brand new.

F80_M3llow · 04-09-2017, 03:16 PM

So after doing them. I'm still not 100 percent happy with them. I still see some deep scratches on the inner side. Way can I do to rid them.

tcphoto · 04-09-2017, 04:12 PM

I did the 3M kit then New Wipes and in an OCD moment, I messed up the clear coat. I ended up having a detailer restore them and now they're nearly perfect. I learned that I'm not a painter and you should pay a professional or you'll be doing it twice.

6ixSpd · 04-11-2017, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by F80_M3llow

So after doing them. I'm still not 100 percent happy with them. I still see some deep scratches on the inner side. Way can I do to rid them.

You didn't do enough of the high grit sanding stages. You basically have to re-do it from scratch if you want to remove those fine scratches.

F80_M3llow · 04-11-2017, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

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Originally Posted by F80_M3llow

So after doing them. I'm still not 100 percent happy with them. I still see some deep scratches on the inner side. Way can I do to rid them.

You didn't do enough of the high grit sanding stages. You basically have to re-do it from scratch if you want to remove those fine scratches.

Going to re touch them up and post the results. I think I'll just hit them with some cutting compound and followed by some rubbing compound and polish.

F80_M3llow · 04-11-2017, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

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Originally Posted by F80_M3llow

So after doing them. I'm still not 100 percent happy with them. I still see some deep scratches on the inner side. Way can I do to rid them.

You didn't do enough of the high grit sanding stages. You basically have to re-do it from scratch if you want to remove those fine scratches.

Going to re touch them up and post the results. I think I'll just hit them with some cutting compound and followed by some rubbing compound and polish.

6ixSpd · 04-11-2017, 10:31 PM

You'll have to also re-apply the Wipe-New as that will be removed upon compounding.

matteblue3er · 04-12-2017, 08:06 PM

I think our lenses are a bit different than other makes. I've noticed this chassis' headlights don't yellow nearly as bad, if at all. The UV inhibitors maybe in the polycarbonate itself versus having a layer/coating on top.

Either way, I typically do a ceramic coating, like opti-coat. They make one specifically with more UV inhibitors in to for headlights. If you do use a "wax" use a sealant. Waxes only last about 1 maybe 2 months before they wear away. Sealants can last 6 months to 1 year. Longer if you layer wax on top of the sealant. Personally, I layer opti-coat with sealant, then wax lol

whyzee125 · 06-18-2017, 08:44 PM

Wow! Those really do look new. Good job and thanks for sharing

whyzee125 · 06-18-2017, 08:56 PM

So just to be clear: did you use three different products? 3m headlight kit, wipe new, and plastic x? I've never seen't results this good before.

Neutrino45 · 06-19-2017, 10:30 PM

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So just to be clear: did you use three different products? 3m headlight kit, wipe new, and plastic x? I've never seen't results this good before.

I'd like to know as well. Thx

LilBari · 06-19-2017, 10:33 PM

Tt

Underground6t9 · 06-23-2017, 07:00 AM

Good job on the lenses

Wolf 335 · 06-23-2017, 07:57 AM

Has anyone tired Wipe New Tires?

F80_M3llow · 06-28-2017, 06:18 PM

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So just to be clear: did you use three different products? 3m headlight kit, wipe new, and plastic x? I've never seen't results this good before.

That is correct my friend.

Neutrino45 · 07-02-2017, 09:50 AM

Check this out.

Wolf 335 · 07-02-2017, 01:54 PM

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Check this out.

I think any polishing compound will achieve this look, however it will be temporary as the pits, scratches and imperfections are not being removed but rather hidden.

cpie168 · 08-25-2017, 03:13 PM

Any updates from the folks who used WipeNew on their headlights? Any yellowing or hazing from the UV so far? I have just refinished my headlights and they're looking great but I haven't decided what to apply for UV protection. Would love to hear from you folks who had experience with WipeNew. Thanks.

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F80_M3llow Lieutenant Colonel 201 Rep 1,714 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Norwalk CT iTrader: (14) Garage List 2016 BMW M3 [9.00] 2008 135i [7.00]	So after doing them. I'm still not 100 percent happy with them. I still see some deep scratches on the inner side. Way can I do to rid them.
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tcphoto Brigadier General 3537 Rep 3,049 Posts Drives: E92 335i 6MT Coupe Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (1)	I did the 3M kit then New Wipes and in an OCD moment, I messed up the clear coat. I ended up having a detailer restore them and now they're nearly perfect. I learned that I'm not a painter and you should pay a professional or you'll be doing it twice.
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6ixSpd Save the manuals! 6015 Rep 6,746 Posts Drives: '16 M3, '23 718 Spyder Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 416 iTrader: (4)	You'll have to also re-apply the Wipe-New as that will be removed upon compounding. __________________ '16 M3 \| '23 718 Spyder Past: E92 M3, F87 M2, E39 M5, etc
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matteblue3er Captain 238 Rep 947 Posts Drives: Racecar Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Philly iTrader: (0)	I think our lenses are a bit different than other makes. I've noticed this chassis' headlights don't yellow nearly as bad, if at all. The UV inhibitors maybe in the polycarbonate itself versus having a layer/coating on top. Either way, I typically do a ceramic coating, like opti-coat. They make one specifically with more UV inhibitors in to for headlights. If you do use a "wax" use a sealant. Waxes only last about 1 maybe 2 months before they wear away. Sealants can last 6 months to 1 year. Longer if you layer wax on top of the sealant. Personally, I layer opti-coat with sealant, then wax lol
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whyzee125 Brigadier General 1679 Rep 3,645 Posts Drives: Dinan stage 2 335i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Chattanooga Tn iTrader: (0)	So just to be clear: did you use three different products? 3m headlight kit, wipe new, and plastic x? I've never seen't results this good before.
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cpie168 Major 173 Rep 1,117 Posts Drives: 2010 E90 328i 6MT ZSP BSM Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: K/W and GTA, Ontario, Canada iTrader: (1)	Any updates from the folks who used WipeNew on their headlights? Any yellowing or hazing from the UV so far? I have just refinished my headlights and they're looking great but I haven't decided what to apply for UV protection. Would love to hear from you folks who had experience with WipeNew. Thanks.
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