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Old 01-09-07, 03:49 PM
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Arrow Good way to clean up scuff marks off tail lights?

I've read various threads on modifying the lights but I have not been able to find a thread that discusses ways of restoring the tail lights to a smooth new look.

Any pointers as to how I can freshen them up?
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Minor wet sanding and buffing, Ill give ya some tips when you're down next time.
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hmm...i wonder if that stuff they use on eye glasses would work. or perhaps that plastic cleaner they sell at autozone?

im curious about this as well.
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Awesome classic. We did touch on that before. I bought new weatherstripping for the tails. It retailed for $35 a side!!! I figured I'd clean the tails up before I apply my overpriced seals on.

Do you have a link to the plastic cleaner?
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I think Meguiar's make a plastic cleaner and polisher (forgot what number). Most Kragen's, Pep Boys, or Autozone should carry them. They are for MINOR scratches though...
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We have an equivelant to Pep Boys, Kragen down here - Canadian Tire.

Here Is a nice link to what you are talking about:

http://www.meguiars.com/estore/product_list.cfm?sectionname=Professional%20(Mirro r%20Glaze%20Brand)>Clear%20Plastic%20Care&sectionI D=34101
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Depends on how deep the scratches are, Start using Mequire's by hand, then go to a buffer, if that doesn't work, then step it up. This company offers alot for restoration check them out.
www.Eastwood.com
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I dnt know if you guys ever tried this.. but Brasso works very well for taking off scuffs and stuff from headlights and tail lights as it pretty much eats a real thin layer off the surface. If you ever have hazy headlights.. put some brasso on a cloth and wipe it down for a few minutes.. itll be as clear as nothin is even there..




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