Headlight restoration

Gazdkw · Nov 14th, 2018, 20:32

The headlights on my v70 are really Misty.

Will those restoration kits you get online do the job?

T5R92011 · Nov 14th, 2018, 21:22

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Originally Posted by Gazdkw

The headlights on my v70 are really Misty.

Will those restoration kits you get online do the job?

Try this instead:

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GreenBrick · Nov 15th, 2018, 12:30

Aren't all V70 lights glass?

My PH2 has glass lights. One mists up with condensation, but that is on the inside.

Gazdkw · Nov 15th, 2018, 13:19

Yeh I think they are glass.

Does that mean they are not workable?

bodger · Nov 15th, 2018, 13:43

If its condensation, drill some holes in the back of the headlight unit

Worked on a BM I had a few years ago

old onions · Nov 15th, 2018, 14:31

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Originally Posted by GreenBrick

Aren't all V70 lights glass?

My PH2 has glass lights. One mists up with condensation, but that is on the inside.

My 2006 MY car has plastic lenses. The misting is definitely on the outside. Whilst it was in the bodyshop I got them to do the job for about £20. It has lasted about 2 to 3 years, but they are now staring to show signs of deterioration again, so I will need to think about my next course of action.

Stev Mac · Nov 19th, 2018, 14:23

My P2 2007 has plastic headlamps that were 'milky' I purchased a tube of rubbing body compound with wet and dry 800/ 1200 / 2500 grade. Mask the body around the lens. Start with 800 + plenty of water rubbing gently until you get the hang of it. Upgrade to 1200, finish with 2500. If you happy with this result. commence with rubbing compound using a soft sponge head on a slow speed drill again plenty of water I guarantee this will now get messy.wiping away the lens as you go. Inspect progress and continue for approximately 45 mins - 1 hour each side.

BillDD5 · Nov 19th, 2018, 15:01

Hi,

I used the Autoglym kit and my cordless drill to do the lenses on my XC70 a couple of months ago:

https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showp...postcount=1550

The kit instructions are good and I’m very pleased with the results. The kit has enough pads and compound for a few repeats.

Bill

marcb · Nov 19th, 2018, 16:04

+1 for the Autoglym kit for plastic lenses. The drill attachment and pads make it a fairly quick job. There are other kits too - the 3M one is said to be good.

Joe Harding · Nov 19th, 2018, 21:29

Wet and dry paper wetted and start with 800 grit and work your way down to 2500 grit and take your time. It will get them polished. Work in some T cut as you go, and the longer you spend the better the end result.
http://https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?p=2434478#post2434478

Nov 14th, 2018, 20:32	#1
Gazdkw Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 19:21 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Leicester	Headlight restoration The headlights on my v70 are really Misty. Will those restoration kits you get online do the job?

Nov 15th, 2018, 12:30	#3
GreenBrick SilverBrick Lives! Last Online: Apr 5th, 2024 19:06 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Poynton, Cheshire	Aren't all V70 lights glass? My PH2 has glass lights. One mists up with condensation, but that is on the inside. __________________ Jeep ZJ, 960, Past:- Mazda2, Jumbuck, V70 (2002), 945 (1995), Hyundai Coupe, Golf Mk4, Previa, Carina, 2 x Corsa, 4 x Astra, 944 16v (1991), Espace, Escort, Audi 80, Renault 21 Savanna, Polo, Mini Clubman/Pickup, Standard 8, Capri, Maxi.

Nov 19th, 2018, 15:01	#8
BillDD5 Member Last Online: Dec 11th, 2023 11:47 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Tenby	Headlamp restoration kit Hi, I used the Autoglym kit and my cordless drill to do the lenses on my XC70 a couple of months ago: https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showp...postcount=1550 The kit instructions are good and I’m very pleased with the results. The kit has enough pads and compound for a few repeats. Bill __________________ 2005 XC70 Ocean Race D SE

Nov 19th, 2018, 21:29	#10
Joe Harding Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:15 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Bristol	Wet and dry paper wetted and start with 800 grit and work your way down to 2500 grit and take your time. It will get them polished. Work in some T cut as you go, and the longer you spend the better the end result. http://https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?p=2434478#post2434478 __________________ "The more people I meet the more I like my God." Last edited by Joe Harding; Nov 19th, 2018 at 21:34.

Nov 15th, 2018, 13:19	#4
Gazdkw Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 19:21 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Leicester	Yeh I think they are glass. Does that mean they are not workable?

Nov 15th, 2018, 13:43	#5
bodger Member Last Online: May 25th, 2021 12:10 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: St Helens	If its condensation, drill some holes in the back of the headlight unit Worked on a BM I had a few years ago

Nov 19th, 2018, 14:23	#7
Stev Mac Junior Member Last Online: Feb 5th, 2024 17:44 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Hitchin	My P2 2007 has plastic headlamps that were 'milky' I purchased a tube of rubbing body compound with wet and dry 800/ 1200 / 2500 grade. Mask the body around the lens. Start with 800 + plenty of water rubbing gently until you get the hang of it. Upgrade to 1200, finish with 2500. If you happy with this result. commence with rubbing compound using a soft sponge head on a slow speed drill again plenty of water I guarantee this will now get messy.wiping away the lens as you go. Inspect progress and continue for approximately 45 mins - 1 hour each side.

Nov 19th, 2018, 16:04	#9
marcb Master Member Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 11:59 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: London	+1 for the Autoglym kit for plastic lenses. The drill attachment and pads make it a fairly quick job. There are other kits too - the 3M one is said to be good.

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