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Old 06-17-2018, 08:27 AM   #1
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You need to use real UV resistant automotive clear coat, not some off the shelf product.
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Old 06-17-2018, 10:19 AM   #2
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You need to use real UV resistant automotive clear coat, not some off the shelf product.
So you don't think anything out of a spray can is a good option? Not even the (somewhat highly touted) Spray Max products? (https://www.spraymax.com/en-us/products/product/clear-coats-and-spot-blender/headlight-restoration-kit-1/)

Supposedly the clear coat in the Sylvania kit is guaranteed "for life." Sounds like that assurance is not worth the paper it's printed on, eh? :troll:
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You need to use real UV resistant automotive clear coat, not some off the shelf product.
I’ve had great success with SprayMax Headlight Primer and 2 stage catalyst finish coat for headlights:

What's the generally accepted best headlight clear coat?

It’s highly toxic, so be sure you have the correct respirator and you are working in a properly ventilated space.
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