Headlight Restoration Questions

[akarol]

Hey guys,

I took my 03' A4 Cabriolet in to the shop to get my rear right window regulator replaced (under warranty) and asked the guys to sand and polish my headlights since my oxidation was really bad and no product I used (PlastX, Pittman's De-Oxidizer, etc) worked. I came back in the afternoon to a new-looking set of headlights. He did tell me that I would need to maintain them that way by waxing them at least once every two months with a plastic UV-resistant wax since the original UV-protective layer might have been sanded off over the years. This made me think. Should I risk the oxidation returning with constant waxing or should I just purchased a UV-protective film. I took the plunge and purchased the X-pel Headlight Protection film for about $55 (shipped). It claims to protect against road debris and UV oxidation. Is this all I need or will I need to continue waxing the headlights to ensure they remain clear? If so, what wax do you guys recommend for the job?

Thanks in advance...

[Ultra B6]

In theory this would work because whatever wax is under the film is not going to just go away because it doesnt have anywhere to go. My GUESS would be that you should be fine by doing this...

If you wanted to keep up and wax it.. you can use the plastx or any similar "lens" wax

[akarol]

Does PlastX have a UV protectant in it?

[diagnosticator]

Use a good wax as used for the paintwork.

[Ultra B6]

i think if the lamin-x has the uv protection it will state it on the packaging