3M headlight plastic protectant

[BeardBros]

I ran across this 3M Headlight clear coat protectant the other day. I tried it and it works really good, lightens up some hazing and cracking and gives it a UV protectant to stop the crazing of the headlight lens. I am going to do my tail lights too. The P3000 abrasive they talk about in the instructions is just a 3000 grit sandpaper.

 

[pure zen]

Excellent product,,

I highly recommend using..... had on my XLR and Corvette

 

[Steve Lee]

3m clear coat

I ran across this 3M Headlight clear coat protectant the other day. I tried it and it works really good, lightens up some hazing and cracking and gives it a UV protectant to stop the crazing of the headlight lens. I am going to do my tail lights too. The P3000 abrasive they talk about in the instructions is just a 3000 grit sandpaper.

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Where can it be purchased???

 

[mickeytee]

ebay or amazon

you use to source it. I do not endorse it. Even though I like 3M products

3M 39173 Quick Headlight Clear Coat | eBay

 

[Steve Lee]

3m Quick clearcoat.

you use to source it. I do not endorse it. Even though I like 3M products

3M 39173 Quick Headlight Clear Coat | eBay

Thank you mickeytee!!

 

[rexster314]

Husky makes, or did make, a head and fog light kit as well. I've got that stuff on my car. Don't know about the 3M stuff, but mine was extra thick, more so than protective film, and has a "cushy" feel to it.

 

[heinz13]

X-pel has a headlight and fog lights kit that's precut thick film..

 

[Harley03joe]

I ran across this 3M Headlight clear coat protectant the other day. I tried it and it works really good, lightens up some hazing and cracking and gives it a UV protectant to stop the crazing of the headlight lens. I am going to do my tail lights too. The P3000 abrasive they talk about in the instructions is just a 3000 grit sandpaper.

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Why No Before & After Pics ?
Thanks
Harley03joe

 

[long Tall Sally]

come back in 4 months with photos pleas, that "4x" means instead of one month it may last 4 months before turning yellow as butter.

 

[RBrown]

Where did you get it


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[rexster314]

I bought Xpel brand protection covers for our XLR almost 3 years ago. They fit perfectly and are still crystal clear. I purchased November 15, 2015 and are well worth the money. I'm not sure if they were discontinued but might still be on some store's shelves. Amazon still shows they're available. XPEL Protection

 

[xlrwoody]

Headlight coating from Carid

I got my headlight film from Carid. I put in on almost 2 years ago and it looks perfect. Covered the headlights and the fog lights. $55

XPEL® - Headlight and Fog Light Protection Kit more details on - XPEL(R) - Cadillac XLR 2005 Headlight and Fog Light Protection Kit

 

[XLRATING]

Have Xpel on my XLR now. Was sold on it after putting it on a STS I had - after 5 years on that car & 80,000 miles the Xpel was still in perfect condition, no yellowing etc.

 

[Harley03joe]

Have Xpel on my XLR now. Was sold on it after putting it on a STS I had - after 5 years on that car & 80,000 miles the Xpel was still in perfect condition, no yellowing etc.

Do You Put Them Over The Headlights That Are Smokey Or Fogging ? Or Do The Lights Have To Be Cleaned Off First ?
Thanks
Harley03joe

 

[pure zen]

I bought Xpel brand protection covers for our XLR almost 3 years ago. They fit perfectly and are still crystal clear. I purchased November 15, 2015 and are well worth the money. I'm not sure if they were discontinued but might still be on some store's shelves. Amazon still shows they're available. XPEL Protection

Same here, used pre-cut XPEL product on two cars. Works great, high quality, still looks like installed yesterday after several years. Catches that fine grit flying in the air and the bugs!

 

[XLRATING]

Do You Put Them Over The Headlights That Are Smokey Or Fogging ? Or Do The Lights Have To Be Cleaned Off First ?
Thanks
Harley03joe

I’m not 100% sure what you’re asking, so I’ll give several answers that might cover everything. If your headlights are just dirty, yes, you need to clean them first. If they’re “scuffed” up/damaged (which is what I’m guessing you mean), it would be better to repair that as best you can before putting the Xpel or whatever on. That said, if you have minor scuffing, it will actually cover it up and make the headlight look newer without any repairs. That was the case with my XLR. It had about 40,000 miles when I put Xpel on and so had some minor damage (pitting, etc.). I wasn’t expecting it to make things look so much better but it did.

If you have fogging inside the lens, Xpel isn’t going to do anything for that.

Hope that helps.

 

[xlrwoody]

So saw an ad that Weather Tech is making and selling Headlight Protection Film now. Looks like package comes with film for headlights and fog lights for $70.
2005 Cadillac XLR / XLR-V | Headlight Protection Film - LampGard Lens Protector | WeatherTech

 

[long Tall Sally]

those plastic covers will help from road debris and tiny stones but they will not cover up any scratches in the lights.

 

[Harley03joe]

Rex I Have Both Kits XPEL And 3m Do I Have To Use The 3M First Then Put On XPEL ? And Does It Cover Up The Fog Milky Look ?
Let Me Know OK I Did Clean The Head Lights With light Rubbing Compound Come Out Good I Guess Not Much Milking It Must Be Inside The Light ?
Thank For Any Help
Harley03joe

 

[Harley03joe]

Husky makes, or did make, a head and fog light kit as well. I've got that stuff on my car. Don't know about the 3M stuff, but mine was extra thick, more so than protective film, and has a "cushy" feel to it.

Rex I Have Both Kits XPEL And 3m Do I Have To Use The 3M First Then Put On XPEL ? And Does It Cover Up The Fog Milky Look ?
Let Me Know OK I Did Clean The Head Lights With light Rubbing Compound Come Out Good I Guess Not Much Milking It Must Be Inside The Light ?
Thank For Any Help
Harley03joe