Cleaning Fogged Headlights

[Richard_999]

I have been applying ZEP floor Wax to my 2000 REXHALL Rose Air , and decided to try it on my headlights as well !

A M A Z I N G L Y ...................... It did a FANTASTIC JOB !
One light was Sorta foggy ... the Drivers was YELLOW ....
It turned them BOTH into what looks like BRAND NEW !
I used it on my CRV & Hyundai Tuscon as well... and it had the SAME incredible results.

I applied more than one coat , with no preparation cleansing.

I have used ZEP on my other Motorhomes & Boats ,for many years ... and it does a FANTASTIC job... even after years of being there.

Hope this helps someone else.

Richard / S. Carolina
2000 Rose Air
2004 CRV

[ro_sie]

I think the problem is the plastic. I have a 79 corvette, all original, glass covers and they are as clear as can be. My daily driver has that plastic garbage and I get rid of it as soon as the covers start to yellow.

[westend]

ksg5000 wrote:
I am too old to do the "wax" thing anymore and believe that Zep looks better and last longer.

An alternative: Parfe Liquid Wax I've used it on a few painted metal surfaces and it is surprisingly durable. Application is by spray, no wiping or buffing needed.

[ksg5000]

dcmac214 wrote:
Zep floor WAX?
Couldn't find it at Lowes, Home Depot or internet. Do you mean floor POLISH?

When I think of wax I don't think of anything liquid, I think of something in a can that's pretty much a solid.

Zep is an acrylic liquid floor product not a wax. I believe the one used on RV's is "wet look". Acrylic polish has been used in the marine industry for years to restore faded fiberglass - Zep is pretty much the same as the expensive stuff but maybe lacks some of the UV inhibitors. I have used for about 6 years now and so long as you touch up every few years it works pretty good. I am too old to do the "wax" thing anymore and believe that Zep looks better and last longer.

[Richard_999]

Farmboy ... I bought a new 1-gallon at LOWES 2 weeks ago.
Last I knew , HD carried the SAME ITEM by the name of RED DEVIL ... or RED SOMETHING , buy the mfgr. was the same company in Texas.

THAT may have changed.

My recent purchase was THE WET LOOK , which looks GREAT on fiberglass, but cannot say that it was any different than the normal version , for $8 less per gallon.( $24 vs. $16 )

Good luck with it.

Richard / S. Carolina
2000 REXHALL Rose Air
2004 CRV

[Farmboy666]

dcmac214 wrote:
Zep floor WAX?
Couldn't find it at Lowes, Home Depot or internet. Do you mean floor POLISH?

When I think of wax I don't think of anything liquid, I think of something in a can that's pretty much a solid.

Reading the list of ingredients online, none of which I can pronounce, makes me wonder if Zep does the same thing bug spray does, softens the plastic as it very-temporarily 'restores' the clarity.

I got it at HD, my Lowes didn't have it.

[Richard_999]

dcmac...

You are correct. I referred to it as WAX but as I read the bottles , the terms " POLISH " or wet Look " FINISH " are the descriptors.

as for contents ... and melting ..... that is certainly a valid concern , but I believe MOSTLY attributed to SPRAY CAN propellants.

Since my own usage has only been spanning a month , or so , I dare not certify any MIRACLES .................. Yet !

I can only say that SO FAR .... it far far far exceeds any reviews or personal attempts , I have experienced in the past.

ALSO ... as a Water-Based formula ... the likelihood of harmful contents ( i.e. Melting ) ...are greatly diminished.

Good Question ....

Richard
2000 REXHALL Rose Air
2004 CRV

[dcmac214]

Zep floor WAX?
Couldn't find it at Lowes, Home Depot or internet. Do you mean floor POLISH?

When I think of wax I don't think of anything liquid, I think of something in a can that's pretty much a solid.

Reading the list of ingredients online, none of which I can pronounce, makes me wonder if Zep does the same thing bug spray does, softens the plastic as it very-temporarily 'restores' the clarity.

[austinjenna]

I took mine to sams club for I think 30 bucks and they guarantee it for like 5yrs and they look like new.

[babock]

Fizz wrote:
A temporary solution, maybe.
How hard can it be to do it once or twice a year.

LOL...if it was only once or twice a year, it wouldn't be an issue.

[Grit_dog]

coolmom42 wrote:
Meguaire's heavy duty headlight restoration kit

There are cheaper ones that don't work as well. This includes a UV protectant to help prevent re-oxidation. I've used these on 5-6 vehicles, they work great.

I've seen better prices from other vendors... but this is the best kit. Contains enough product for 3-4 vehicles.

This is basically rubbing compound. It's the longest lasting solution short of replacing the light assemblies.

[bucky]

Clear coat after polishing will extend the time to the next polishing.

[coolmom42]

Meguaire's heavy duty headlight restoration kit

There are cheaper ones that don't work as well. This includes a UV protectant to help prevent re-oxidation. I've used these on 5-6 vehicles, they work great.

I've seen better prices from other vendors... but this is the best kit. Contains enough product for 3-4 vehicles.

[ksg5000]

Thanks for the tip. My neighbor has fogged lenses and is trying to sell his car - I've got plenty of Zep and there doesn't seem to be much downside.

[Richard_999]

FIZZ .... I agree !
PLUS ...............ZEP does such a FANTASTIC job on my fiberglass , it is easy to have faith that it will last on the headlight lens.

Richard ? S. Carolina