ok long story short. i got hit today. not bad just light scratches. but mostly the headlight. how would i go about fixing that? i think i've seen this one thing at the stores that "restores" foggy headlights or what not. do you think something like that will work?

 

buff it out?

 

If your scratches aren't all that deep, try using Megiuar's Scratch-X...it does a good job on minor scratches.

 

will do i'll try that tomorrow, thanks guys

 

Don't use Scratch-X!

 

^ why not? scratch-x has worked wonders for my old car.....

 

Scratch-X is designed specifically for paint. If you apply it to plastics such as a headlight and allow it to dry for a few minutes it could stain onto the headlight.

Use Meguiar's Plast-X. This IS designed specifically for plastics such as headlights, taillights, iPods, phone screens, etc. Just keep in mind that it might or might not work right away. Best to apply more than 1 coat onto the headlight and work it in. You have to keep shaking it up and working it in with a lot of elbow grease for good results.

 

maybe i suggest using rubbing compound and then u can maybe buff it out. buff it out first and then use the compound if it doesnt work. buff it out again after u use the compound

 

Flea you're right......good advice.....

 

If the scratches are really deep, you may want to try the wet sanding technique. Wet down the headlight, and start with a low grade paper, and work your way up to a more fine paper. After that, use rubbing compound and then PlastX. I did this to my Uncle's VW (notorious for hazing) and it turned out really nice.

 

thanks for all the advice guys! you dont know how much i appreciate it! i'll post pics and let everyone know the outcome.

 

I use Mother's Plastic polish on my head/tail lights



works good for me