Gauge Lens cleaning?
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Burning Brakes
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Gauge Lens cleaning?
Hi all,
replacing my gauge lens since have dash apart...how do you recommend cleaning the inside/outside of the lens to avoid all the dust particles and scratches?
would like them to look super clean and void of fuzzies...
thanks!
R
replacing my gauge lens since have dash apart...how do you recommend cleaning the inside/outside of the lens to avoid all the dust particles and scratches?
would like them to look super clean and void of fuzzies...
thanks!
R
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You said "replacing my gauge lens" and then you asked about cleaning so that is a little confusing. As to replacing I recommend that you DON'T do that. I got a replacement which looked nice and clear. After I installed it the reflections off the front surface were quite wavy. Damn! Not about to take it out now but if I ever do I am going back to trying to clean up the original.
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Burning Brakes
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From: LAKE BARRINGTON IL
good info guys thanks!
i would like to retain my originals, BUT have scratches on them from previous owner...so want to make them clean/new...
I am installing them, and of course wiping everything down...the question is how to do this and avoid any fuzzies on the inside of hte lens where it will drive me bonkers!
R
i would like to retain my originals, BUT have scratches on them from previous owner...so want to make them clean/new...
I am installing them, and of course wiping everything down...the question is how to do this and avoid any fuzzies on the inside of hte lens where it will drive me bonkers!
R
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good info guys thanks!
i would like to retain my originals, BUT have scratches on them from previous owner...so want to make them clean/new...
I am installing them, and of course wiping everything down...the question is how to do this and avoid any fuzzies on the inside of hte lens where it will drive me bonkers!
R
i would like to retain my originals, BUT have scratches on them from previous owner...so want to make them clean/new...
I am installing them, and of course wiping everything down...the question is how to do this and avoid any fuzzies on the inside of hte lens where it will drive me bonkers!
R
Let me add a little then.
Use 3M plastic scratch remover with a separate micro fiber towel first. It may take a while on deeper scratches but they can look perfect. I did all three lens on my 70 and the small gauge lens was really bad. Came out looking like new!
Once scratches are removed them go with the Mequiars for all future cleaning/polish.
Bill
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Burning Brakes
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this one?
http://3mauto.com/3m-lens-and-hard-p...ner-39017.html
OR
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...1828&ppt=C0209
BLUE1972...cant find a YELLOW bottle of that turtle wax?
thanks,
Ron
this one?
http://3mauto.com/3m-lens-and-hard-p...ner-39017.html
OR
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...1828&ppt=C0209
BLUE1972...cant find a YELLOW bottle of that turtle wax?
thanks,
Ron
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Burning Brakes
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Melting Slicks
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1974TA
this one?
http://3mauto.com/3m-lens-and-hard-p...ner-39017.html
OR
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...1828&ppt=C0209
BLUE1972...cant find a YELLOW bottle of that turtle wax?
thanks,
Ron
this one?
http://3mauto.com/3m-lens-and-hard-p...ner-39017.html
OR
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...1828&ppt=C0209
BLUE1972...cant find a YELLOW bottle of that turtle wax?
thanks,
Ron
The second near O Reilly's will get the scratches out then use the Mequiars for the final detail.
It took some time but the end result was well worth the effort.
Bill
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Burning Brakes
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Awesome! will get the 2nd link/oreillys.
ever try this?? (had some good feedback)
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...keyword=g12310
ever try this?? (had some good feedback)
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...keyword=g12310
Melting Slicks
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Awesome! will get the 2nd link/oreillys.
ever try this?? (had some good feedback)
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...keyword=g12310
ever try this?? (had some good feedback)
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...keyword=g12310
Bill
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You can also use Kit scratch and swirl remover for CLEAR COAT Finishes also in a yellow bottle. If you use a machine use the LOWEST speed as not to burn the plastic. I prefer to polish it by hand while watching TV.
Some of the other brands are temperature sensitive, and will leave a cloudy finish if it's cold (>60) when you polish the lenses. Just be aware.
Almost any polish that is good for clear coat will work.
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Don't use any kind of paper towel. It was explained to me by a Harley dealer- paper is made of wood. Use microfiber towels and plastic cleaner.
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