Holts HREP0031A Headlight Restoration Kit Restore Clarity in Cloudy Yellowing & Oxidized Headlamps to Like-New Condition, Easy to use Drill Attachment Repairs Restores & Protects

Product Information

You expect to find wipes like these in a cleaning cupboard or nappy changing kit, so we weren’t expecting them to do a tough job like headlamp restoration which had taken us hours with polishers. But we were astounded at how effective they were.

Attach the buffer to the drill and apply a small amount of the polish provided. This will remove any remaining sanding marks and restore a clear finish to the plastic. Remember to work in even lines to get the best possible finish.

Holts Headlight Restoration Kit

Sealant is a must too. In the same way that you apply a paint sealant or wax to polished paintwork to protect it, a sealant must be applied to headlights after using the polish. There may be a kit you quite like but does not possess a sealant but don't be concerned about this because you can buy appropriate sealants (recommended below) separately. New lenses are usually expensive, so most people will try to revive the old plastic. There are plenty of kits available along with other polishes and a common internet ‘expert’ ideas too.

Drill, for electric sanding (recommended) –you can also do this job by hand if you have the right sandpaper and a buffing tool

Conclusion

Unlike most of the other kits here, the Meguiars doesn’t use any form of sandpaper. Instead you are given two discs which have an abrasive surface made of the same sort of scratchy scrubbing material you use to get tough bits of pasta bake off the oven dish when doing the washing up. The QUIXX kit looks as though it might be hard work, as it relies on you using elbow grease and tiny bits of sandpaper. But it was surprisingly little effort in reality. The Armor All wipes were a real surprise and worked so well, we felt a bit daft for spending so much time struggling with the less-effective headlamp restorers. The price means you can afford to buy two and make sure you don’t have to skimp or rush too. Of course, a damaged or worn headlight casing may not be the main cause of poor headlight performance. Headlight bulbs have a limited lifespan and will naturally dim over time, so you’ll need to replace the bulbs periodically to ensure maximum performance and visibility out on the road. You apply a special fluid and then rub hard, and the yellowed plastic eventually comes off the lens. This leaves a smooth finish, but the surface is still dull and milky. To get rid of this, the kit includes a spray-on lacquer which protects and adds the shine. It didn’t do a great job though, leaving a distinct haze. T-Cut Headlight Restoration Kit