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FAQ's Headlight Restoration

Answer`s to the questions people have asked regarding headlight restoration & refurbishment or anything headlight related. If you have any questions be sure to ask.

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Q: What causes headlights to get oxidized & hazy?

Answer

UV sunlight, Inside bulb, exhaust fumes, road debris, age.

Q: Is it really possible to refurbish car headlamps to a near new condition?

Answer

Yes of course. Something headlight manufacturers don`t want you to know.

Q: Is there a alternative to buying new expensive headlight units?

Answer

Yes recondition the ones you currently have.

Q: Is the foggy appearance coming from the inside of the lens cover?

Answer

No but sometimes it can be condensation.

Q: My new 2 year old car has circles in the middle of the headlight?

Answer

Heat from the bulbs will leave heat circles in the inside of the headlight lenses.

Q: Will my headlights stay looking new?

Answer

Yes as long as you follow our instructions after having your headlights restored.

Q: What is ceramic coating & how does it work?

Answer

Ceramic coating acts like a barrier that's protects headlamps from the sun`s UV light & other factors.More Info Here

Q: Will my viewing distance increase driving at night?

Answer

Light output can increase by up to 25% due to having clearer lenses.

Q: What improvement can i except after the restoration?

Answer

As good as having new headlight units fitted.

Q: Can van headlights be restored as well?

Answer

Yes we renew van headlight lenses.

Q: Any new MOT rules regarding car headlights?

Answer

Not enough light output can cause a advisory or even fail your MOT. A non working headlight or a sidelight bulb can also fail a vehicle's MOT

Q: Is it safe to drive with hazy oxidized headlamps?

Answer

Cloudy oxidized headlights endangers you & your family's safety.

Q: What are the white spots on my headlights?

Answer

Car wash places use FTAA25, a Acid Based Alloy wheel cleaner liquid which is very acidic on plastic headlights.

Q: Headlight restoration kit?

Answer

Headlamp Restoration kits claim to solve the headlight problem but do they? Some only work for a week or a month but eventually the haziness & dullness returns back to the headlamp within a very short period of time.More Info Here

Q: Just installed new headlight bulbs & still can`t see the bloody oncoming road any ideas mate?

Answer

Maybe a visit to a Optician (Jokes aside) Check if your headlamps outer lens are clear. No matter which bulbs you install if your lens are cloudy & hazy it will act as a barrier & light will not penetrate through the lens.

Q: Does RAC or AA come out to replace headlight bulbs if they go out on a motorway or country road?

Answer

Great question. I honestly don't know but well worth checking with them. (My advice always keep a spare pair)

Q: My partner being a very eco-friendly person, is asking does headlight restoration harm the environment in any way.

Answer

Read the environmental benefits of headlight restoration.More Info Here

Q: Can i drive with only one headlight as my other one keeps going off?

Answer

As of 2021 driving with only one working headlight in the Evening/Night is illegal & police can hand you a fixed penalty notice of £100, change both bulbs asap.

Q: How to remove a nut or clip that has fallen inside the headlight housing?

Answer

Try a strong magnet to bring it to a place where you can safely remove it by hand.

Q: Any thoughts on spray tinting headlights?

Answer

Not recommended. A real pain in the *** to remove once applied.

Q: Do you restore glass headlamps?

Answer

Sorry, i don`t restore glass headlamps.

Q: Do you apply UV protection after the headlights have been restored?

Answer

Yes, Headlights are ceramic coated after they have been restored, with lots of after care advice given.

Q: Hi Skippy, where are you based?

Answer

Based in Blackburn, Lancashire.More Info Here

 

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