what this could be??

[Brite Nite]

I happen to find this I have the website but cant post it here.
I searched and found this on youtube under the heading ( Headlight Magic liquid )
It's a mind blowing thing but it could be a gimmick. If it's not then what is this stuff?
Im sure that there is possible some chemical out there that would work but just that noone has came across the right stuff or has but not telling.
Now i have done a lot of headlights by sanding and buffing and also use the 50/50 trick.
Would love to just do away the sanding and get the old uv off then use the 50/50 trick but some h/l's have pits and i understand that it needs sanding to get a perfect looking light.
Any of you guys try this or came across the site before?

[GlassStarz]

with mildly fogged lights you can use a diluted muriatic acid wipe and then a liquid wax to seal it for a short term fix the shady used car guys have used variations of this for years looks ok for a little while but rain and washings takes it off in a few weeks
The same guys fix a chip by putting a drop of transmission fluid on the break overnight it will wick into the chip looks ok for afew days this is an old trick for auction cars leaves a white nasty residue inside when it evaporates out and damages the uv layer
In my 20+ years in auto sales I worked at a couple shady dealers I sleep better at night now LOL

[Brite Nite]

Thanks GlassStats for your info. Yeah i thought it was a gimmick it was too good to be true.
Any one would use a trick like that on youtube to make a fast buck or 2.
For the pitted h/l's Im going to stick with the sanding and 50/50 more pleased with it and just about the only cure.
I would not want a short term fix ya know its just not my thing.
Im thinking of just something to get that uv coat off and then lightly sand it with 1000 grit and wipe the 50/50 on.
A wax is ok but its a melt down by heat and some soaps would remove that wax.

[Deacon]

Hey Brite Nite, I watched the video on youtube and went on the website they gave. I don't know what it is , but for that price I might be willing to take a gamble and try it. You never know. If I do, I will post my findings. A few months ago I got scammed into buying Pittman' ALR sold on the web. Beware!!!! a total ripoff. I think the stuff is a combination of ether and mineral spirits. Cost me about $32 for, I think 1/2 ounce! Anyway, live and learn. If there's a product out there that can eliminate or cut down on all the sanding and just go straight to the sealing step, look how much faster and cleaner you could do a quality restore job and the customer would be just as happy. Hey Guys, would you mind giving me the full name of the Behr product you use in the 50/50 mix. I'm not sure I can buy it in this part of the country. Thanks for all your help.

[Brite Nite]

Deacon i know the feeling when you got Pittman' ALR i been there too before i got into h/l bussiness lol.
As i know most h/l's are made of Polycarbonate and the chem's will not damage Polycarbonate are Acetic acid, Ammonium chloride, Antimony trichloride, Borax in H2O, Butane, Calcium chloride, Calcium hypochlorite, Carbon dioxide,Carbon monoxide, Citric acid 10%
Copper(II) sulfate, Ethyl alcohol, i.e. ethanol 95%, Ethylene glycol, Formaldehyde 10%, Hydrochloric acid 20%, Hydrofluoric acid 5%, Isopropyl alcohol, Mercury, Methane, Oxygen, Ozone, Sulfur, Urea and Water.
But for the flaky uv coating be nice melt it down thin and lightly sand and use the 50/50.
This might be what he was talking about i would like to know also. BEHR Premium Weatherproofing Wood Finish - Natural Clear.
Fixing head out homedepot.

[Deacon]

Thanks for the info BriteNite. GlassStarz, is this the same Behr product you use? I looked it up on Home Depot's web and the revues are lousy. Sure wish there was something out there like the Helmsman but was crystal clear. I'm still looking. Thanks guys.

[Brite Nite]

I went out there homedepot dont think its the right stuff its colored light brown like paint not a clear it;s got to be something else.

[Brite Nite]

OK me again LOL. I found this it sounds promiseing Like i said before there got to be something out there just having tried.
A clear, water base, non-toxic varnish that protects and beautifies outdoor art/craft projects. The tough, clear finish guards against exposure to harmful weather conditions.

Clear Exterior Varnish by J.W. etc. is a water based, environmentally friendly product that is safe to use. This special formula was created to protect your outdoor art projects against harmful weather conditions. It provides the ultimate "weatherability".

Special ingredients offer extra protection against the sunâs harmful ultra-violet rays. It is non-yellowing and dries clear with a tough finish that creates a water- resistant barrier. It protects your art pieces against rain, snow, sea spray, even environmental chemicals. This durable and crack resistant varnish safeguards your projects from heat and cold. Itâs simple to apply, has little odor and cleans up easily with water.

So sounds good to me so looks like this is a product that im going to try what the heck its less than 10 bucks.

[WRGuy]

Interlux Goldspar Clear 95 is a crystal clear (not amber) One Part Polyurethane Varnish made for marine applications. It has strong UV blockers. I know from experience it performs outstandingly on boat decks and trim that are subjected to the harsh tropical sun everyday. As to whether a polyurethane varnish is compatible with plastics or polycarbonate materials I do not know. I know the manufacturer says nothing about plastics or polycarbonate as a possible application for this product. Nor have I seen this recommendation on any other type of varnish. It seams that if this was a compatible application the manufacturer would promote it as such. After all it would result in many more sales. Just a thought.

[Brent Deines]

I use some awesome (and expensive) products to protect the wood on my boat, so we called several manufacturers to see if they recommended their products for use on plastics. None did. This is one of the many reasons I asked that everyone discontinue recommending such products on this forum. I know many people are using them for headlight restoration, but so far I have not found a manufacturer who recommends that practice.