is there a fix for yellowed lexan?

Edbert · 12-29-2003, 03:21 PM

My headlights are yellowed from age. I figured I'd just replace them until I saw how much OEM replacements are for 97 Cobra headlights! Is there a way to polish out the discoloration?

ChickInHer01GT · 12-29-2003, 03:38 PM

No, its chemical, the yellow you see is the material is breaking down and it cannot be polished out.

97rioreddohc · 01-03-2004, 02:28 AM

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Originally posted by ChickInHer01GT
No, its chemical, the yellow you see is the material is breaking down and it cannot be polished out.

Actually it can be cleaned up...there is a product called "Blue Magic" you can pick it up at Wal-Mart or Autoxzone and mostly any place that carrys automotive shit.. all you do is apply it with a cloth and rub it out.... let me tell you that it does take a little work but it comes out and you'll be shocked to see how nice they come out. I learned this from some 5.0 guys.... it also works miracles on wheels.... try it out, it'll save you tons of money.

quiksilvr · 01-03-2004, 10:11 AM

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Originally posted by 97rioreddohc
Actually it can be cleaned up...there is a product called "Blue Magic" you can pick it up at Wal-Mart or Autoxzone and mostly any place that carrys automotive shit.. all you do is apply it with a cloth and rub it out.... let me tell you that it does take a little work but it comes out and you'll be shocked to see how nice they come out. I learned this from some 5.0 guys.... it also works miracles on wheels.... try it out, it'll save you tons of money.

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firegoose · 01-10-2004, 10:03 AM

Good stuff, its in a little white and blue bottle, its like a wax. It works pretty badass on scratched CD's as well.

dcm4136 · 01-10-2004, 11:33 AM

I have heard of using billet polish on headlights also. That is supposed to work pretty good. I will have to try that walmart stuff though. A guy I know polished mine about 2 years ago and it made a big difference, but It is about time to do it again.

**12second5.0** · 02-08-2004, 10:23 PM

I've used some stuff from 3M called Finesse It.It works badass with a buffer.

**bighoss88lx** · 02-09-2004, 06:46 AM

I can get my yellowed headlights on my 88 to look brand new by just using buffing compound and wax. I have to do it about once a month but it saves me from forking out the cash for new ones until I have it.

AudioSpecialist · 02-28-2004, 12:44 AM

i can get the yellow off your lights for free GARANTEE!! just mixing these 2 compounds eats the yellow RIGHT OFF...and dont come back takes 5 sec.

12-29-2003, 03:21 PM	#1
Edbert Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Round Rock Posts: 19 Trader Rating: (0)	is there a fix for yellowed lexan? My headlights are yellowed from age. I figured I'd just replace them until I saw how much OEM replacements are for 97 Cobra headlights! Is there a way to polish out the discoloration?

12-29-2003, 03:38 PM	#2
ChickInHer01GT Poultry Savior Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: College Station Posts: 723 Trader Rating: (0)	No, its chemical, the yellow you see is the material is breaking down and it cannot be polished out. __________________

01-10-2004, 11:33 AM	#6
dcm4136 Ooh-Rah Marine Corps Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 1,166 Trader Rating: (0)	I have heard of using billet polish on headlights also. That is supposed to work pretty good. I will have to try that walmart stuff though. A guy I know polished mine about 2 years ago and it made a big difference, but It is about time to do it again. __________________ 88 vert Be polite and professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

02-08-2004, 10:23 PM	#7
12second5.0 Check ya later! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Marion,Texas Posts: 8,605 Trader Rating: (0)	I've used some stuff from 3M called Finesse It.It works badass with a buffer. __________________

02-09-2004, 06:46 AM	#8
bighoss88lx Killing is my Business...And Business is Good! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Elmendorf, Tejas Posts: 5,952 Trader Rating: (1)	I can get my yellowed headlights on my 88 to look brand new by just using buffing compound and wax. I have to do it about once a month but it saves me from forking out the cash for new ones until I have it. __________________ 1988 Mustang LX

01-10-2004, 10:03 AM	#5
firegoose Hey, smell my finger Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Physical Therapy Posts: 1,106 Trader Rating: (0)	Good stuff, its in a little white and blue bottle, its like a wax. It works pretty badass on scratched CD's as well.

02-28-2004, 12:44 AM	#9
AudioSpecialist GSXR Racer Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: SA Posts: 1,142 Trader Rating: (0)	i can get the yellow off your lights for free GARANTEE!! just mixing these 2 compounds eats the yellow RIGHT OFF...and dont come back takes 5 sec. __________________ 2002 corvette cam,heads,full magnaflow cat back,intake, Tuned by : Lethal Performance 2003 gsxr 600 for sale http://adcache.cycletrader.com/5/1/1/84104511.htm

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