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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 02:18 PM
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My 996 turbo has one headlight that is hazed. The other one looks perfect. (weird huh?)

What is the best way to remove the yellowing and restore its optical clarity? I don't have a power buffer so please do not recommend product that require it.

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You will want to wetsand the entire headlight with 2000 grit, then polish. You can buy an attachment for a powerdrill that holds a mini 2 inch or so buffing pad. You will need a machine to polish it out, but should look great when done.



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Originally Posted by paulycw
My 996 turbo has one headlight that is hazed. The other one looks perfect. (weird huh?)

What is the best way to remove the yellowing and restore its optical clarity? I don't have a power buffer so please do not recommend product that require it.

Thanks.
I don't think you'll be able to do this task without a polisher. You need the heat and friction of a polisher to break down the oxidized layer on the headlight.
 
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here is what probably needs to be done.

take a look.

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