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| A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Kashif(op): 7:35pm On Oct 03, 2018 |
Out of curiosity, I wondered if baking soda could have some cleaning effect on automobile lamp lens as it does to other things, so I tried it out. Made a paste out of it and applied to the lens. Initially, I used fine sand paper, testing on top of the lens, and it proved too abrasive, almost ruining the lens. Then I used my bare palm. I noticed the crisp white soda turning yellow on application. Did it twice and rinsed. It did not turn it to new, but the difference is evident! 1 Like
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| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by HeavenlyBang(m): 8:15pm On Oct 03, 2018 |
That's impressive. When using sandpaper, use the finest one you can get and don't scrub in. Plus it'd make the lamp hazy, though you can clear it up with clearcoat. 1 Like |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by snipesdam(m): 8:20pm On Oct 03, 2018 |
Wow... You need to post steps and application with images. So others can learn.. |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by uboma(m): 10:13pm On Oct 03, 2018 |
@ Kashif, Let's see the same headlight as in the first picture. 4 Likes |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Kashif(op): 7:21am On Oct 04, 2018 |
snipesdam:No special procedure, just use it like a detergent. |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Kashif(op): 7:22am On Oct 04, 2018 |
uboma:Here we go....I got lazy....
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| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by homeboy205: 8:01am On Oct 04, 2018 |
Please post procedures and tools used pictures of the baking soda if possible so I can learn |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by uboma(m): 9:22am On Oct 04, 2018 |
Kashif:Wow. Positive result. Thank you for the feedback. I will try same on my car soon. |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Arysexy(m): 11:15am On Oct 04, 2018 |
Pls show sample of the baking soda |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by obekediamondfuto(m): 1:58pm On Oct 04, 2018 |
Arysexy:and the hand used also 6 Likes |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Arysexy(m): 2:29pm On Oct 04, 2018 |
obekediamondfuto:  |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by antagonist: 2:41pm On Oct 04, 2018 |
obekediamondfuto:what type of water was used to rinse? add that as well please. 1 Like |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by obekediamondfuto(m): 3:24pm On Oct 04, 2018 |
antagonist:my brother,,,,,, no be small tin OH...... even the weather and environment the experiment was carried out in...... lots of variables..... kashif over to you.... most esp... how many mins should the baking soda remain before we rinse 2 Likes |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Kashif(op): 5:35pm On Oct 04, 2018 |
Arysexy: 3 Likes
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| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by Whynow(m): 9:29pm On Oct 04, 2018 |
Factory Headlamps are covered with a layer of UV protective coatings. Trust me it will fade or deteriorate in no time due to our polluted air and abundant sunlight. Except you apply a UV clear coat to it. |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by antagonist: 4:30am On Oct 05, 2018 |
obekediamondfuto:lol |
| Re: A Cheap Headlamp Lens Cleaning DIY by obekediamondfuto(m): 3:39pm On Oct 05, 2018 |
Whynow:very correct and the latter will be worse than the former..... |
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