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Sealing newly restored headlights

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Hi - I have searched on this topic, but couldn't find an answer - is there a recommended sealant/ lacquer to slow down the process of discoloration? We used Meguiars PlastX after wet and dry sand paper.

Thanks in anticipation!

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This may have some info https://www.mr2oc.co.uk/know-your2/mk3/ ... ation.html especially the link in the article
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Thanks for that Jimi - I had a look. The attached article (which is great and is far more detailed than the process we followed - if we do it again, we'll use it) suggests using another Meguiars product but isn't specific. I had a go at finding such a product but couldn't find anything that looked to be designed for the job.

I wonder if anyone has used a product they could recommend?
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Thanks Jimi

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Think I'll see if anyone has experience of using sealant on the Facebook group

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