Once the uv protective layer from the factory is gone NOTHING will prevent it from hazing again. Only solution is to replace headlights. If you wax new headlights every 2 to 3 months they won't haze in the first place
you have to sand and remove particles on the headlight fam, you can’t expect clear coat to do everything. 1000 & 2000 grit of wet sanding then apply some wax or polish, lastly spray clear coat. Watch it transform your headlights
It didn’t last, but looking at the fact that you didn’t really do a thorough restoration in the first place, you simply buffed by hand with plastx, no wet sanding, machine polishing, you could’ve applied the coating on a surface that wasn’t 100% prepped to begin with, causing premature failure, plus we don’t know if you maintained the coating by washing properly, applying a spray wax to lengthen the life of the coating, too many things to consider here.
@@bcamera974 Thank you for watching and the input. What I was hoping to achieve was a test to see what results you could get from PlastX and Keep Clear Headlight Coating with just a microfiber towel and a little elbow grease. I know there’s a lot of people that are either afraid to start sanding on their headlights or do not want to spend the money to pay a professional for a full restoration or replacement. I am debating on doing the full restoration with sanding on these. If I do I’ll make sure to document it as I am not a professional (as you can see from these videos lol).
I don't think it did a good job i was disappointed as i was going to buy this product also. Scotty Kilmer said it needed a good spray once a year to preserve the restoration or new headlights. But from the look of after 6 months that wouldn't do the job. I would opt for a Headlight Protective Film instead. I think those are great. First time buyer of one although I had it professionally installed.
Yo my guy, just for future reference, on reveals etc, I'd suggest matching camera angles (before shot was from a lower and better angle imo, compared to the reveal/after shot) and take lighting and reflection into account (e.g. of the sky or clouds etc.) for a more proper comparison. Also consider implementing a side by side before and after shot (with the feedback above applied of course.) Otherwise thanks for making this review!!
great, thanks for the update. they do look yellower than the original application video (which btw, please get a gas mask next time you use that stuff.. lungs dont like a mist of clear coat sticking to it). I'm thinking what if you added a uv protection wax paste or spray to it, would it prolong the coat. have you heard of malco banana creme wax? I hear it's good for that.
Well, just like in my attempt, you can’t stop yellowing from returning. Sadly no easy spray on solution for a part that is designed and constructed to deteriorate
To my knowledge there is no easy spray on fix, however we are doing a collaboration in March with a professional detailer that claims he can fix the yellowing and haze and the technique only takes 10 minutes per light! Be looking for that video mid to late March!
@@andrewphilshow First you need to sand off the oxidised layer, the you polish out the sanding marks to get clarity back, then clean peoperly with eg IPA, then you need to restore the protective surface with specific 2K clear coat for headligts. Everything else is just a temp fix.
@@maxmaxed2887you have to sand and remove particles on the headlight fam, you can’t expect clear coat to do everything. 1000 & 2000 grit of wet sanding then apply some wax or polish, lastly spray clear coat. Watch it transform your headlights
@@user-pv8sx8xm4u so if I purchased brand new headlights, they are still sitting on my floor in the box, planning on installing them this weekend, still need to be prepped other than washing?
Keep Clear did not completely stop the oxidation from returning !
Once the uv protective layer from the factory is gone NOTHING will prevent it from hazing again. Only solution is to replace headlights. If you wax new headlights every 2 to 3 months they won't haze in the first place
@@dylanclay2741sorry, but you don’t know what you’re talking about.
you have to sand and remove particles on the headlight fam, you can’t expect clear coat to do everything. 1000 & 2000 grit of wet sanding then apply some wax or polish, lastly spray clear coat. Watch it transform your headlights
I’ll have to try this out! Thanks for commenting!
I use this for restoring headlights and have had them last a couple years as long as you restore them correctly. But every car is different
Thank you for watching! I’m glad you have had a positive experience with this product!
It didn’t last, but looking at the fact that you didn’t really do a thorough restoration in the first place, you simply buffed by hand with plastx, no wet sanding, machine polishing, you could’ve applied the coating on a surface that wasn’t 100% prepped to begin with, causing premature failure, plus we don’t know if you maintained the coating by washing properly, applying a spray wax to lengthen the life of the coating, too many things to consider here.
Thank you!
I agree, it MAY not be a fair comparison, too many variables not visible here, it would be great to redo the test taking this into consideration !
@@bcamera974 Thank you for watching and the input. What I was hoping to achieve was a test to see what results you could get from PlastX and Keep Clear Headlight Coating with just a microfiber towel and a little elbow grease. I know there’s a lot of people that are either afraid to start sanding on their headlights or do not want to spend the money to pay a professional for a full restoration or replacement.
I am debating on doing the full restoration with sanding on these. If I do I’ll make sure to document it as I am not a professional (as you can see from these videos lol).
I don't think it did a good job i was disappointed as i was going to buy this product also. Scotty Kilmer said it needed a good spray once a year to preserve the restoration or new headlights. But from the look of after 6 months that wouldn't do the job.
I would opt for a Headlight Protective Film instead. I think those are great. First time buyer of one although I had it professionally installed.
I agree, the film is the best way to go!
Yo my guy, just for future reference, on reveals etc, I'd suggest matching camera angles (before shot was from a lower and better angle imo, compared to the reveal/after shot) and take lighting and reflection into account (e.g. of the sky or clouds etc.) for a more proper comparison. Also consider implementing a side by side before and after shot (with the feedback above applied of course.) Otherwise thanks for making this review!!
Thank you for watching and thank you for the feedback!
great, thanks for the update. they do look yellower than the original application video (which btw, please get a gas mask next time you use that stuff.. lungs dont like a mist of clear coat sticking to it). I'm thinking what if you added a uv protection wax paste or spray to it, would it prolong the coat. have you heard of malco banana creme wax? I hear it's good for that.
I have not heard of the malco banana crème wax. I’ll have to check into that! Thank you for watching and commenting!
Well, just like in my attempt, you can’t stop yellowing from returning. Sadly no easy spray on solution for a part that is designed and constructed to deteriorate
To my knowledge there is no easy spray on fix, however we are doing a collaboration in March with a professional detailer that claims he can fix the yellowing and haze and the technique only takes 10 minutes per light! Be looking for that video mid to late March!
Yellowing is evidently back! Maybe 6 months is way too long to expect it to last
Thank you for watching and commenting! I have some other techniques I want to try.
Looks slightly yellow. Or does it needs washing?
It needs washing! I’ve been pretty happy with the results.
You didn’t do it right dude it should last a couple years
We will try harder next time. Thank you for watching!
It doesn't work.
Thank you for watching and commenting!
You must remove the oxidation first or your just putting lipstick on a pig so to speak
Thank you for watching! I agree!
@@andrewphilshow First you need to sand off the oxidised layer, the you polish out the sanding marks to get clarity back, then clean peoperly with eg IPA, then you need to restore the protective surface with specific 2K clear coat for headligts. Everything else is just a temp fix.
Really sucks I bought into hype about this one. Made my new crystal-clear headlights foggy.
I’m sorry it didn’t work out.
If you only spray and don't use sandpaper it's only a Band-Aid, not a restoration. Don't blame the product if you're too lazy to use it correctly.
@@novarosa24 but my glass was clear. Just wanted protection
@@maxmaxed2887you have to sand and remove particles on the headlight fam, you can’t expect clear coat to do everything. 1000 & 2000 grit of wet sanding then apply some wax or polish, lastly spray clear coat. Watch it transform your headlights
@@user-pv8sx8xm4u so if I purchased brand new headlights, they are still sitting on my floor in the box, planning on installing them this weekend, still need to be prepped other than washing?
Nope
its yellowish
It is, however, the headlights were not perfect when it was applied.
horible, better not put anything
Thank you for watching!
Looks crap... product
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