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It's been about 9-10 months (from May) since I used the CV Permanent Headlight Cleaner kit on my car and so far they look the same as when I first applied the kit. I only did it on the outside of the lense (I know some people want to do the inside as well) but they still look really nice. So I don't see a reason to go through the hassle of doing the inside lense by baking, and possibly cracking, my headlights. If you want more examples of how my headlights look now: click here to see my album
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Marisa '93 LSL Anniversary Edition - 02/93 - 150,998 Daily Driver - Forged EG33 (long block), 6MT swap, and re-upholstered interior '92 Pearl - 100k Side restoration project Locker | Old Locker | Shutterfly | ReadingIX | Facebook | Instagram |
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In you "Album" you have pictures of your center caps with the SVX on them. Do you sell them like that? Do you do them if I send you a set? If not, do you have a "how to"?
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I have been planning on writing up a little How To with the pictures I took. I ordered the SVX decals from nascarjunkie off ebay. I forgot what size I requested, so I'll have to check my emails. I sanded the caps down, filled the "Subaru" part in with bondo, then sanded them again. After that I primed and sanded the caps several more times. Followed by several coats of silver paint and clear coat. Finally, I apply the decals. John told me that putting the decal under the clear coat would cause the decal to curl and mess up so you want to put it on top of everything. It appears to be holding strong with no problems. I don't mind doing them for anyone else, as long as they paid for supplies.
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Marisa '93 LSL Anniversary Edition - 02/93 - 150,998 Daily Driver - Forged EG33 (long block), 6MT swap, and re-upholstered interior '92 Pearl - 100k Side restoration project Locker | Old Locker | Shutterfly | ReadingIX | Facebook | Instagram |
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As soon as you do the write up, I will post it in the How-To Docs.
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19 |
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I re-cleaned my lights toady, I used my trusty MicroMark polishing kit. Starting with 3200grit & ending with 12,000 grit sanding cloths. Then I added a special ingredient for that "show car shine"
Before: After: My special ingredient is Future Floor Wax. We'll see how it lasts. Worst case, I have to wash it off with ammonia. I even did it with my Legacy's NASTY yellow lights
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Hey guys,
I tried this and it seemed to work I sanded mine with the autozone kit. I used wax to seal it. The wax i used was the Orange Bottle 'Once a year Car Polish" that we see on infomercials. it has been through chicago winter. And i have reapplied only 3 times. I will keep you posted. Also, I was contemplating to grind, clear coat, and polish. I remember 3M used to sell a Film that used to go on the nose of the car like a bra. Its clear and tough. Removable too. I used to have it on my Honda pocket rocket to protect the paint and Did what it was supposed to do. I will find the link. The film chipped but it took a lot. |
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I sanded and then applied clear-coat. It looks great so far; we'll have to see how it lasts (though mine were more pitted than yellowed). One month and no problems.
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1992 LSL Pearlie: 108k, 15min/$15 mod, Alternator wiring "upgrade," Power Mode switch, K&N drop-in, 4500k 35w low-beam HIDs, 3000k 35w fog HIDs, lots more planned (pending funds, of course)- 4.44 5spd being at the top of the list. "We laugh at honour and are shocked to find traitors in our midst." -C.S. Lewis |
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Looks great. I was saving up for clear headlights, but I'm thinking I'll give this a try first and save a chunk of change.
I like the film too. I wish the previous owner had used it on the front edge of my hood. Oh, well a repaint is planned. You can get that stuff in sheets from most any motorcycle supplier. Earlier in the post someone mention condensation in the taillights. Anyone have a trick to get rid of that? Or maybe a link to another post? |
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You seals or gaskets are gone on the lights. You can replace them, but don't over tighten them or they will leak again. Some members have drilled holes on the bottom of the lights, but I don't like that idea. You trunk can fill with water if the gaskets are bad as well. Good luck with the project.
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19 |
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Thanks. I should have figured, everything else leaks a little. The tightening tip is a good point. Wouldn't it be great if they just used real silicone gaskets straight from the factory? Anybody know someone who sells aircraft grade silicone gaskets either for the SVX or custom made?
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Re: New Headlight Cleaning kit
I just finished cleaning my headlights using the 3M Headlight Restoring System. It worked the same as the other kits mentioned, various sandpaper grits and polish, but it did not include any sealer. My headlights are now crystal clear and better than I expected, but what sealer products are you guys using? I want them to stay this beautiful.
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Basically I think he roughed up the SUBARU wording around the edges and filled in with some sort of epoxy filler, building it higher than the top of the cap. He then sanded them down smooth and sprayed them with automotive primer. When I had my wheels powdercoated by Transwheel, I sent them the center caps and they sprayed them with a matching acrylic lacquer and clearcoat. When I got them back I added the SVX logo that I had computer-cut in silver vinyl. Depending on the light source they appear and disappear. They have been on my daily driver since 2002. .
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Re: New Headlight Cleaning kit
I just found out about Crystal View about a week ago and I decided I'd take the plunge and try this product out.
Let me tell you, it is absolutly amazing! Heres some pics. They speak for themselves.
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Re: New Headlight Cleaning kit
Impressive!
Thanks for sharing.
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Danny 1994 Silver SVX in hybernation, awaiting for the monsterous awakening (Lebanon) 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL Euro Specs, Hard/Softtop, White/Red. Under Complete Restoration 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL350 Euro Specs, White/Red. Mint... Another step into SL Collection. |
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