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Old Aug 24, 2025 | 10:41 PM
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Just a "this product actually works" post. Bought the 3M Headlight Restoration kit. Lights look brand new. Very noticeable at night, both while driving and while viewing from another vehicle. Before/after pics below.
Both sides; right renewed, left not.
Both sides; right renewed, left not.
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Left side \"before" photo. Right side looked similar.
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Right side \"after" photo.
 
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Old Aug 24, 2025 | 11:33 PM
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Nice job.
 
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Old Aug 25, 2025 | 03:16 AM
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Yes, I know. I did that, too. I think I started with grid 400 sandpaper, and in the end I used something very soft, sponge-like, attached to my battery powered drill. All that polishing by hand would have been too much...
 
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Old Aug 25, 2025 | 03:30 PM
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Thanks. The kit starts at 500 grit, then 800, then the polishing disc. Important note: following directions matters. Lol
 

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