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snoe2006@yahoo.com

Nov 11, 2007, 8:50 AM

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I have a 97 GrandMarquis and my question is about headlamps. They are dull and dingy looking ,but also appear to be frosted. Does anyone know how to clean these lenses so I can get better light in front of me? Thank you


Tom Greenleaf
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Nov 11, 2007, 1:30 PM

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I would find out how much those are new - bet it's shocking! Ask a car dealer about detail work that just might include this stuff. I had great luck once cleaning out lenses, let fully dry and sprayed them with clear engine enamel ---- they frosted right up but when dried they looked like new!?!?!? Make that a last try as it might wreck them,

T



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Nov 11, 2007, 1:36 PM

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There are kits out there that are made to do that. Or you can use really fine sandpaper and sand the lenses to remove the glaze. Just be sure the discoloration is outside and not inside. Also rubbing compound or even Brasso wilol clean it. Takes some time, but it can be done. Good luck.



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Nov 11, 2007, 2:07 PM

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You said there are kits available to do this job, what exactly should I be looking for & are they at auto parts stores. Thanx


way2old
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Nov 11, 2007, 2:36 PM

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Either go to a parts store or a dtore that sells detail products. Ask counter person for cleaner fot the headlights. I am sure they will know what you are talking about.



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Nov 11, 2007, 2:40 PM

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Thank you for those tips, I will try them!


yankeefan
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Dec 30, 2007, 10:26 AM

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Not sure of the rules of this forum but there are two good detailing sites, you can do a Search there for names. AutoGeekOnline.net and Autopia.com have plenty of people that review products.

Howard


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Dec 30, 2007, 4:16 PM

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Appreciate the info !!!






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