Step 3: Applying and Buffing the Polish
Once you have finished sanding with the 2500-grit paper, âWash the headlamp well with clear, cool water, then dry it.â Make sure it is completely dry before moving on to the polishing stage. Take your âflannel clothâ and âWet one corner⊠with polishing compound.â Apply a small amount of the âplastic polishâ to the damp corner of the cloth. Now, âUse forceful pressure to polish the headlamp in a circular pattern until it is smooth and clean.â Work the polish into the entire surface of the lens. You will likely see the lens becoming clearer as you polish.
Step 4: Final Polish and Inspection
After applying the polish, âAllow the polish to dry completely before buffing away any remaining polish with the clean end of the cloth.â Use a clean, dry part of your flannel cloth to buff the lens in circular motions until all the polish residue is gone and the lens looks clear and shiny.
For headlights with more significant damage, you might need to âRepeat the polishing process.â Itâs also possible that âDepending on the extent of the headlampâs damage, small portions may remain cloudy.â If this happens, âTry repolishing only those areas with a polishing product.â Focus your efforts on those specific spots. After repolishing, âBuff the area again and inspect.â The goal is for âThe lens should appear completely clear!â
By following these steps, you can often save a significant amount of money and restore the clarity of your carâs headlights, improving both the appearance of your vehicle and your visibility on the road.