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Old 09-13-2022, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by guntherrex View Post
bloody hell that's some expensive headlight resoration kits. I've seen good reviews for the 3M but weirdly they are hard to come by in the netherlands. The two kits I used were about 15 bucks each (probably tells you something) but in fairness the result is not bad, and really makes a difference in how the front looks. Next up is some paint repair for the many stone chips. My plan was to just use touch-up paint. what's the general concensus here: do you prep the area with a dremel or something similar? Or just fill?
the 3M kit is great because it includes a drill ready backing plate and appropriate sanding discs for cutting through serious damage. most of the other kits don't give you enough abrasive. if you have an actual polisher, you'll have a better time - drills aren't really meant for that work, but most people have a drill and it's good enough.

you don't need any prep other than a clean and tape off with the 3M kit. but if you're working with a kit that doesn't have adequate abrasive, you can absolutely source what you need.
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