Headlight protectant
 

I'm going to polish my cloudy headlights and I'm wondering what you guys recommend for a protectant to put on once I've finished. I'd prefer a liquid over a physical cover. Are there replacement UV protectants out there that prevent the yellowing?

I guess the alternative is to purchase just the clear plastic cover. Anyone know if anyone makes/sells just the clear plastic cover?

I like the 3M lens restoration system. I think the last step with the polish coats the lens with a protectant.

Good Luck!

I have the 3M one and will be doing mine soon. I heared good things about it and the professional shops use it. Post pics before and after if you can?

Interested in whats out there these days as well. I know some who wax them religiously.

I am one of those that waxes them !Been working for years...:)

Bulk, no clear covers sold any where, especially for facelift headlights since you can't take them apart.
IIRC, 3M does not have any coating. I used it on my E39. It worked great with the drill attachment. You can use Lami-X to cover them, but it's a film. Sylvania kit includes a protective spray which might be what you're looking for.

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After
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For cleaning up hazed headlights I like to use the CCP Restoration Kit found HERE. Once you have the lights looking great again you can use a quality wax to add a touch of protection. Or even though you don't like the idea of covers, Lamin-x makes clear protective covers which apply over the lights, they are almost invisible once installed. On my car I used the 12x12 Clear sheets (found HERE) and had great success.


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I have these installed for the last 7 years...excellent product with no yellowing. Slight pitting at this point so I'm thinking of replacing them but will first try to polish them.

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