Difficulty Level

Tools/Supplies Needed:

• 800 grit wet/dry sandpaper
• 1000 grit wet/dry sandpaper
• bucket of soapy water
• isopropyl/rubbing alcohol
• clean lint free cloth
• tape
• paper
• adhesion promoter
• lacquer/clear coat

Procedure:

• if you decided to remove your lights, start with that step first (light removal varies between makes/models of vehicles)
• wash the lights thoroughly to ensure no contaminants will get into the wet sanding process
• tape off around the perimeter of the light lens or vehicles paint to protect it (optional)
• ensure the lens is always well lubricated during the wet sanding process using the soap water
• if your headlights are severely hazy/foggy, wet sand starting with 800 grit and finish with 1000 grit
• if headlights are mildly hazy/foggy, start and finish wet sanding with 1000 grit sand paper
• once satisfied, wash the lights again to ensure there are no contaminants which would affect the lacquer/clear coat
• once the lights are dry, wipe it down with isopropyl/rubbing alcohol
• tape off the areas you do not want any lacquer/clear coat on
• wipe the light lens down again with isopropyl/rubbing alcohol, do not touch the lens with your hands (oil from your skin can cause imperfections when apply the lacquer/clear coat)
• use the adhesion promoter to ensure there will be maximum adhesion when applying the lacquer/clear coat
• once adhesion promoter has setup, then go ahead and apply the lacquer/clear coat
• lacquer/clear coat can be applied in 2 coats if you are not planning on wet sanding afterwards
• if you are planning on wet sanding to a polish afterwards, apply 3 coats to ensure there is enough material for the next process
• be sure to remove any paper or tape after about an hour of setup time
• let the headlight fully harden in the sun for at least 24 hours before the wet sanding and polishing stage