zippypooz Posted August 24, 2013 Posted August 24, 2013 Hi all, well i know this may seem obvious and i expect a few have already done it but when i bought my Z, i noticed the headlights were very slightly misted from where the plastic was reacting with the heat of the lights. So all i did was T-Cut them and now theyre as good as new!! Just thought id mention it!!...but like i said, im sure most try this option anyway!! Quote
zippypooz Posted August 24, 2013 Author Posted August 24, 2013 Not with T-Cut we don't. Mine look like new now!! Quote
zippypooz Posted August 24, 2013 Author Posted August 24, 2013 I use T-Cut a lot in my line of work, especially on plastics, perspex and similar, although i wouldnt use it on the bodywork though. Quote
BulletMagnet Posted August 24, 2013 Posted August 24, 2013 Did you just use T-Cut? Nothing else? The hazing will return, because its also UV rays that cause it. So find a UV resistant sealant to go on top, like GTechnic C4 for example Quote
zippypooz Posted August 24, 2013 Author Posted August 24, 2013 Just T-Cut, seems fine so far. I wrap cars, make vehicle graphics for a living etc etc so i was gonna cover them in a uv guard vinyl but so far theyve stayed clear. I may do it if they start to mist again but fingers crossed. Quote
MikeeB Posted August 29, 2013 Posted August 29, 2013 I've tried T Cut on mine and it didn't make a difference think this month I'm going to try one of the Mothers Headlight Restoration Kits. Pricey, but should guarantee a good finish? Quote
zippypooz Posted August 29, 2013 Author Posted August 29, 2013 I've tried T Cut on mine and it didn't make a difference think this month I'm going to try one of the Mothers Headlight Restoration Kits. Pricey, but should guarantee a good finish? oh, maybe its on the inside on yours?? Quote
Hooch Posted August 29, 2013 Posted August 29, 2013 Best thing I have ever done, Mags Metal Polish. http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/74290-the-hooch-thread/page__hl__hooch Photos in there. 1 Quote
zippypooz Posted August 29, 2013 Author Posted August 29, 2013 Best thing I have ever done, Mags Metal Polish. http://www.350z-uk.c...page__hl__hooch Photos in there. best thing youve ever done...apart from buying the z of course haha!! wow they look like new!! great job!! actually they look slightly better than mine!! gonna try some of that stuff!!!!! Quote
Hooch Posted August 29, 2013 Posted August 29, 2013 Perfect for the lights and funnily enough perfect for polishing metal, who would have thought it.... 1 Quote
BulletMagnet Posted August 30, 2013 Posted August 30, 2013 Just don't be tempted to use Autosol as that is too abrasive 1 Quote
MikeeB Posted August 30, 2013 Posted August 30, 2013 I've tried T Cut on mine and it didn't make a difference think this month I'm going to try one of the Mothers Headlight Restoration Kits. Pricey, but should guarantee a good finish? oh, maybe its on the inside on yours?? I truly hope not! I can imagine that being more hassle than its worth. 1 Quote
BulletMagnet Posted August 30, 2013 Posted August 30, 2013 I've tried T Cut on mine and it didn't make a difference think this month I'm going to try one of the Mothers Headlight Restoration Kits. Pricey, but should guarantee a good finish? oh, maybe its on the inside on yours?? I truly hope not! I can imagine that being more hassle than its worth. Meguiars do a headlight restoration kit too Quote
A9H-RX Posted August 30, 2013 Posted August 30, 2013 Depends how bad they are.. T-Cut would bring it up but soon be back after couple days.. Best to flat and polish for best results and long lasting Quote
DaddyCee Posted September 4, 2013 Posted September 4, 2013 polish with a DA? or just Elbow Grease? Quote
A9H-RX Posted September 4, 2013 Posted September 4, 2013 polish with a DA? or just Elbow Grease? DA or polisher for best results, your be there forever with elbow grease haha Quote
zippypooz Posted September 4, 2013 Author Posted September 4, 2013 Best thing I have ever done, Mags Metal Polish. http://www.350z-uk.c...page__hl__hooch Photos in there. I bought some of this, yes its good stuff!! Id recommend it!! Thanks for the post!! 1 Quote
samsniss350z Posted September 9, 2013 Posted September 9, 2013 My headlamp lenses were foggy on my '04 and I started by rubbing down with wet 'n' dry working up to 2500 grit, this gives a totally new finish to the lenses. The next stage was to use some Marine quality clear urethane UV resistant sealant . this works a treat as its meant for boats which spend 24hrs a day in all sorts of weather especially strong sunlight (stronger sunlight if you take trips to the Caribbean) A couple of light coats a couple of years ago and the lenses are as clear as the day I completed them. Time taken approx. 3 hours per lense for a really good job allowing drying time between coats. I initially tried the toothpaste method but found that this didn't even last a summer. Turtle wax also manufacture a product specifically for this job but personally I find this doesn't last very long either. I'll continue the UV resistant urethane as its the best treatment I've found thus far. 1 Quote
Stutopia Posted September 9, 2013 Posted September 9, 2013 My headlamp lenses were foggy on my '04 and I started by rubbing down with wet 'n' dry working up to 2500 grit, this gives a totally new finish to the lenses. The next stage was to use some Marine quality clear urethane UV resistant sealant . this works a treat as its meant for boats which spend 24hrs a day in all sorts of weather especially strong sunlight (stronger sunlight if you take trips to the Caribbean) A couple of light coats a couple of years ago and the lenses are as clear as the day I completed them. Time taken approx. 3 hours per lense for a really good job allowing drying time between coats. I initially tried the toothpaste method but found that this didn't even last a summer. Turtle wax also manufacture a product specifically for this job but personally I find this doesn't last very long either. I'll continue the UV resistant urethane as its the best treatment I've found thus far. Any chance of a link to the magical product you used? Sounds extremely useful. 1 Quote
samsniss350z Posted September 10, 2013 Posted September 10, 2013 ^^^^^ Just go to a marine shop or if there's not one near you a narrow boat suppliers (which is where mine came from) will sell it as the boats spend all their time outside in all weathers and get the reflection of the water on all wood. I bought mine from Braunston Marina and unfortunately I can't remember the name of it as I lent it to a mate and have yet to have it retuned to me. As long as it says UV protectant which all stuff from marine shops is then you'll be OK. Oh yeah make sure its clear and not mahogany coloured. Quote
zippypooz Posted September 10, 2013 Author Posted September 10, 2013 ^^^^^ Just go to a marine shop or if there's not one near you a narrow boat suppliers (which is where mine came from) will sell it as the boats spend all their time outside in all weathers and get the reflection of the water on all wood. I bought mine from Braunston Marina and unfortunately I can't remember the name of it as I lent it to a mate and have yet to have it retuned to me. As long as it says UV protectant which all stuff from marine shops is then you'll be OK. Oh yeah make sure its clear and not mahogany coloured. Hahaha did your mate have a Zed too then lol!!?...whats his number!!!!!!? Quote
BulletMagnet Posted September 10, 2013 Posted September 10, 2013 (edited) Quick google gave me this... http://www.marineagl...cts/sealant.php Might look into the Carbon Fibre Glaze for my bonnet Edited September 10, 2013 by BulletMagnet Quote
samsniss350z Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 (edited) ^^^^^ Just go to a marine shop or if there's not one near you a narrow boat suppliers (which is where mine came from) will sell it as the boats spend all their time outside in all weathers and get the reflection of the water on all wood. I bought mine from Braunston Marina and unfortunately I can't remember the name of it as I lent it to a mate and have yet to have it retuned to me. As long as it says UV protectant which all stuff from marine shops is then you'll be OK. Oh yeah make sure its clear and not mahogany coloured. Hahaha did your mate have a Zed too then lol!!?...whats his number!!!!!!? No he's running a Nissan S13 and painted himself with it before he went to Jamaica, just to make sure he didn't burn in the sun and sea. Edited September 11, 2013 by samsniss350z 1 Quote
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