Sandblasted headlights......Fix?
#1
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Sandblasted headlights......Fix?
Is there any alternative to replacing sandblasted headlight and foglight lenses, if not whos a good cost effective source?
By the way, I should have pics tomorrow of my "new to me" C4S for all those who I have been chatting with and who have so graciously help me with my "issues".
By the way, I should have pics tomorrow of my "new to me" C4S for all those who I have been chatting with and who have so graciously help me with my "issues".
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Originally Posted by Matt Davies
New headlight lenses are only about $75 a pop.
#6
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Thanks guys. Seems Vertex has them for $79 ea. I found the post about the lacquer...interesting and worth a try. Can't be any worse than the haze the light shine thru now
Last edited by 993inNC; 12-03-2004 at 10:21 PM.
#7
Chris,
After installing the new lenses are installed make sure you install some Stongard lens protectors so it doesn't just happen again.
www.stongard.com
Pete
After installing the new lenses are installed make sure you install some Stongard lens protectors so it doesn't just happen again.
www.stongard.com
Pete
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I installed some of the 3m stoneguard film on my headlights and the adhesive seemed to fill in many of the little pits. They looked much better after the install. I can still see some of the bigger pits, but if your car is not a show car it may be worth a try.
I found enough film for both headlights and foglights on line for about $20. I did have to make some paper templates, but that was pretty easy. I am sure you can buy pre cut kits as well.
Let me know if you'd like the link for the material. I think I have it at the office.
Anyway, it worked for me...
Pete
I found enough film for both headlights and foglights on line for about $20. I did have to make some paper templates, but that was pretty easy. I am sure you can buy pre cut kits as well.
Let me know if you'd like the link for the material. I think I have it at the office.
Anyway, it worked for me...
Pete
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The headlights may be difficult to fix.
But I've had very good results with an orbital polisher (slow speed, low pressure and patience) and a "clear coat" cleaner compound. I use Meguiar but other brands should work well too.
Good luck.
But I've had very good results with an orbital polisher (slow speed, low pressure and patience) and a "clear coat" cleaner compound. I use Meguiar but other brands should work well too.
Good luck.
#10
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Pete, would love the link to the materials. A friend of mine in the window business used to deal in that film, but I don't think he's got any left. I want to make some templates for the fog lenses too.
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I did a google and I could not find the site I used last time. However, I did have a hit on a Rennlist sponsor ERod . I have not worked with him, but I have seen many of his posts. You may want to give him a call.
For reference, I believe I paid $10 for an 18x10 and a bit less for an 18 x 6 sheet of the 4 mil and $7 or so for shipping. That was enough for headlights and fog lights on the 993.
I'll post the other link in a bit.
Pete
For reference, I believe I paid $10 for an 18x10 and a bit less for an 18 x 6 sheet of the 4 mil and $7 or so for shipping. That was enough for headlights and fog lights on the 993.
I'll post the other link in a bit.
Pete
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Originally Posted by Matt Davies
New headlight lenses are only about $75 a pop.
I think I only paid $68 ea for mine.
Seriously..........Would sandblasting really work .
#13
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Steve, no sandblasting is what has happened from road debris. My lenses have been "blasted" and I'm trying to figure out should I fix or replace.
Pete, thanks. Will try to get in touch this week. If you find the other link, post it.
Pete, thanks. Will try to get in touch this week. If you find the other link, post it.