I just had my headlights professionally "restored" so they look pristine. Would TR-3 be good for a layer of protection, to slow the onset of future yellowing? (they don't need any cleaning at all right now) or would some other product be better? (p.s....
463445
I have used TR-3 on my carbon fiber hoods in the past, and not only did it clean it, but it also helped protect the clear coat on the hood as well. So if anything I believe in the blue magic.
1332999
This is a wax, not a compound cleaner.I would think that this would not protect from headlights hazing.
1477283
Yes, it helps. It's good, too, when night road crews use krieg lights to work. I wouldn't say it's amazing, but it's like sunglasses. I bought this product two years ago and I have seen a similar product on TV promising more in the glare-blocking department. So do your homework. This is a good product; there may be better. (On the other hand, there may be more hype on other brands. This is solidly made and pretty good.)
810663
A little definitely goes a long way with the sealer. A couple quick sprays directly on the lens will make a huge difference. I typically do mine every couple weeks or so, just to keep the lenses looking as clear as possible. But, that's really your individual preference. Depending on the weather, how often you wash your vehicle, etc...results will surely vary. I'd say, you'd get a good six-eight weeks out of one application, before it starts yellowing. Again, I apply mine every couple of weeks, though. So, this is just my own personal result/pattern. This stuff makes a world of difference, I promise you that!
265670
Yes, the yellow plastic really does cut down night time glare from oncoming headlights. However the unit is brittle and you can hurt yourself manuevering it around. A better idea would be to find a piece of thin yellow plastic that would adhere to the inside of your windshield.
1196570
I just used the pre-cleaner first and then LG for the first time 2 weeks ago and after using the pre-cleaner the car looked awesome. I think it takes off a lot of microscopic junk from the paint. If you could swing it, I would do it. Or just do a clay bar, whichever is cheaper. I did clay bar first. But it was after the pre-cleaner the car looked so shiny! And then I think the LG adds a lot of protection to that shine and adds a bit more shine also.
359696
I emailed Meguires about a paint job on my older Ford Explorer. Seems that the body shop used a cheap clear coat over the base coat and began to haze prematurely. I suspected the clear coat was sprayed on too thin. I live in the southwest and auto paint is subject to harsh summer heat. I asked the shop to spray four clear coats but I'm sure they didn't and used some cheap stuff because paint failure happens after a couple of years but anyway, The customer care guys at Meguires suggested I use this product with a grey foam pad( I used a yellow) and my car looked like new after I finished it. The oxidized paint came right off. I also put the synthetic sealer soon afterwards and even left that on overnight to bind with the paint. You really dont need to polish your car often if you wash it by hand using a microfiber wash cloth and Meguires car wash then spray on the synthetic detailer (while car is still wet) dry off with a dry microfiber cloth. The polish is only to SLICK UP THE FINISH. Sometimes the birds get to my car and I polish that off after the hand wash but once the suface is slick and sealed, evrything will wash right off. You are right though, you go polish off some of the paint when you do this so go easy, low RPM on your rotary polisher,light pressure and remember to seal it up ! this stuff really worked well for me, I used a Dewalt rotary polisher that I purchased here on Amazon for about $150.00 a year ago. The rotary polisher is a little more difficult to use than the orbital(much lower oscillations per second) and you might want to consider that first. I have seen those at Harbour Freight Sales for about $25.00. I hope that helps !
2121867
is the polish a protector? I was hoping for a few years not months...after all the car is 16 years old and this is the first time i need to do them and they are not that bad, kind of like the beginning. My lens are not yellow in anyway, just dull. Looking forward to "new lens".
1404070
Mine lasted about one year, the amount of time since I used it. I was extremely pleased by the results, but, as noted by Consumer Reports, the haze returns after a period of time, so the process must be repeated. However, it's still much better than it was before I restored the headlights, and the sealant they supply causes it to remain clear longer than other products..
686548
Not often, I replaced my headlights assemblies. I did check with someone at the gym I go to. I put it on his headlights over a year ago. It was still OK. He sold car couple of months ago. I just bought new bottle because I see so many cars in parking lots. I end up doing it for free as a safety thing. If you plan to keep car might be best to order new headlights. Eagle on Amazon is good.the new ones have new anti oxidizing lens. Most are easy to install and adjust. Adjustment is important lookup online or in auto-manual . Hope it helps.
888379
I didn't know such a thing existed. I have no idea what the answer to your question is, but it would seem that if lens sealer could be applied to a standard headlight, I would think it could be applied to this one. I figured I got 95,000 miles off the first set of lights, and I plan on selling my car before I hit 190,000...so I don't think sealer is necessary in my climate. Good luck!
1002561
yesI have not had any problems with my headlights. My car is a 2004 and did not want to spend alot of money on the original Nissan headlights.It is worth the savings if you know someone who can install them at a reasonable price. The installation was a little more cumbersome that I originally was informed therefore spent more money on the installation than planned.
810664
A little definitely goes a long way with the sealer. A couple quick sprays directly on the lens will make a huge difference. I typically do mine every couple weeks or so, just to keep the lenses looking as clear as possible. But, that's really your individual preference. Depending on the weather, how often you wash your vehicle, etc...results will surely vary. I'd say, you'd get a good six-eight weeks out of one application, before it starts yellowing. Again, I apply mine every couple of weeks, though. So, this is just my own personal result/pattern. This stuff makes a world of difference, I promise you that! A little definitely goes a long way with the sealer. A couple quick sprays directly on the lens will make a huge difference. I typically do mine every couple weeks or so, just to keep the lenses looking as clear as possible. But, that's really your individual preference. Depending on the weather, how often you wash your vehicle, etc...results will surely vary. I'd say, you'd get a good six-eight weeks out of one application, before it starts yellowing. Again, I apply mine every couple of weeks, though. So, this is just my own personal result/pattern. This stuff makes a world of difference,... » Read More A little definitely goes a long way with the sealer. A couple quick sprays directly on the lens will make a huge difference. I typically do mine every couple weeks or so, just to keep the lenses looking as clear as possible. But, that's really your individual preference. Depending on the weather, how often you wash your vehicle, etc...results will surely vary. I'd say, you'd get a good six-eight weeks out of one application, before it starts yellowing. Again, I apply mine every couple of weeks, though. So, this is just my own personal result/pattern. This stuff makes a world of difference, I promise you that! « Show Less
768874
Yes, amazingly well..spray on leave 2 minutes or so and wipe off with a clean cloth. cleaned my headlights and a friends jeep that was much worse. It did drop his jaw with a, "no way!" might need to do it a second time if it's really bad but it works.
1709364
Actually, that was exactly how I did mine. I was a little freaked out because I was afraid if this doesn't work I might just screw up both headlights at the same time. Making my vehicle unusable (at night) until I was able to fix it, but I didn't need to worry. The kit work wonderfully, although until you get to the last step and use the polish you can't really tell how things are working. Other than the fact that all of the steps seemed to be progressing just as others had said with the lights getting more hazy as you work. As I also said I only wish there were more of the rougher sand paper in the kit. My headlights are quite large (Volvo XC90) and the 3 pieces of sandpaper (per light) didn't completely do the job. If you have large headlights and if they are hazy (which if you are thinking of using one of these kits they must be) I would think about maybe getting one kit for each headlight or possibly purchase extra sandpaper on you own to start with (something like P600) then once you have the major 'crud' removed start with the kit and progress thru the stages.
686551
I typically use it every couple of weeks, but that's just my own preference. I haven't used the product for at least a month now, and my headlights are still plenty clear. The key to it is, a little goes a long way. After quite a few applications, I still have at least three quarters of the bottle left.
1997872
All of the newer cars' reflectors are pretty well designed and built now. I have not had any issue with glare in newer vehicles. The reflectors will aim the lights and also provide a very sharp cutoff line if they are the factory installed units. I have seen some more than normal light scatter when using a replacement aftermarket headlamp assembly.