Good day!

Are you sure you didn't swap out for a new light?

Great job! Mine turned out pretty close to the same, but I just used 1000 grit, then 2000, then rubbing compound, then polishing compound... I made up these sponge things I use on my drill! Really amazing stuff!

I love my pre-facelift versions! They don't cloud up on the inside of the lens like my 2004 and 2006 do!

Cheers!

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