ChrisFix presents a tutorial on how to permanently restore hazy, oxidized headlights for around $10 per headlight. The process involves:
1. Taping off the surrounding paint and covering it with a garbage bag for protection.
2. Wet sanding the headlights with 400-grit sandpaper to remove oxidation, followed by 600-grit and 2000-grit sandpaper for a finer finish.
3. Cleaning the lenses with alcohol to remove oils and debris.
4. Applying a clear coat made for plastic, ensuring it's non-yellowing and UV-resistant.
5. Allowing the clear coat to dry and repeating the process with multiple thin coats.
6. Optional: wet sanding with 2000-3000 grit sandpaper to remove orange peel and applying Carnuba car wax for protection.
The result is a permanently clear headlight that not only looks better but also increases the value of the car.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The method used in the video is a permanent solution for restoring headlights.
2. The cost of the materials needed is around $20.
3. The cost per headlight is around $10.
4. The materials needed include scissors, garbage bags, tape, paper towels, sandpaper (400, 600, and 2000 grit), a spray bottle or water source, and a clear coat.
5. The clear coat used is a gloss clear, specifically designed for plastic, and is non-yellowing and UV-resistant.
6. The reason for the headlights becoming hazy and oxidized is due to the clear coat chipping off over time.
7. The steps involved in the process include sanding the headlights with different grits of sandpaper, cleaning the lens with alcohol, and applying a clear coat.
8. The sandpaper grits used are 400, 600, and 2000.
9. The 400 grit sandpaper is used to remove the hazy and oxidized layer, the 600 grit to smooth out the surface, and the 2000 grit to give a fine finish.
10. The sanding process involves wet sanding, with water used as a lubricant to prevent deep scratches.
11. The alcohol is used to clean the lens and remove any oils from the hands.
12. The clear coat is applied in multiple thin layers, allowing each layer to dry before applying the next one.
13. The clear coat takes 24 hours to dry completely and reach full clarity.
14. After the clear coat is applied, the headlights can be wet sanded with 2000 or 3000 grade sandpaper to remove any orange peel.
15. The final step involves applying Carnuba car wax to the clear coat.