Post by Todd Unctious on Aug 7, 2018 20:03:27 GMT
Firstly I've got to say that removing the headlight lenses is a ball-ache - but it is achievable ! You must remove the four bolts at the top of the nose cone and gently bend it to allow the unit to pass. If you're struggling take deep breath, find a pal to help (or blame if something goes crack) and take your time....
Using the low bake oven method I separated the two halves and removed the offending (to my eyes anyway) orange indicator lenses. With hindsight I ought to have cleaned the inside of the lenses thoroughly while I had the chance too....
Once I refitted the units....(a bit of an rear canoe of a job) I admired my de-tangoed lights but had less admiration for the yellowy staining and general milky appearance.....
So it was out with the machine polisher, 1200, 200 and 3000 wet and dry and Mothers plastic polish (I'd ran out of Meguiars Plast-X and was keen to try something new)
First pass with 1200 grit paper, well soaked and with a drop of liquid soap added
Produces a hazed opaque appearance but don't panic, remembering to keep your rubbing even and to keep it wet....
Using the low bake oven method I separated the two halves and removed the offending (to my eyes anyway) orange indicator lenses. With hindsight I ought to have cleaned the inside of the lenses thoroughly while I had the chance too....
Once I refitted the units....(a bit of an rear canoe of a job) I admired my de-tangoed lights but had less admiration for the yellowy staining and general milky appearance.....
So it was out with the machine polisher, 1200, 200 and 3000 wet and dry and Mothers plastic polish (I'd ran out of Meguiars Plast-X and was keen to try something new)
First pass with 1200 grit paper, well soaked and with a drop of liquid soap added
Produces a hazed opaque appearance but don't panic, remembering to keep your rubbing even and to keep it wet....
le sigh