Xpel over LED headlights
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Xpel over LED headlights
Is it safe to have a clear bra installed over the LED headlights. The car goes in to have have Xpel ultimate installed in the morning and I would like to have the lights protected as well. Thanks.
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It is safe and it's a good idea.
In my area, the county uses grit and salt in the winter. After a few years the windshield is pitted which makes it hard driving into the sun. I'm planning on headlights, windshield and everything facing forward to be covered.
In my area, the county uses grit and salt in the winter. After a few years the windshield is pitted which makes it hard driving into the sun. I'm planning on headlights, windshield and everything facing forward to be covered.
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xpel says yes, but IIRC it is against federal law (DOT lighting standards) and many state laws to place any "cover" or lens in front of the headlights.
Safe in terms of how well you can see or blind traffic? Probably.
Safe in terms of how well you can see or blind traffic? Probably.
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It's perfectly fine (and legal) to have a clear film on your headlight lenses. I have Xpel over my LEDs for over a year now and all is well.
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That's what I needed to hear. I'm having the full front end, mirror caps, door edges, and trunk loading area covered. That should do it I hope. Thanks for the quick responses.
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Don't forget the A pillars and I also had the rocker panels done. Also, be sure they wrap the edges on the hood and fenders to avoid obvious seams. Finally, consider adding a permanent Opti-Coat Pro application which will prevent UV and environmental damage to the film and the rest of the car's clearcoat and wheels - no waxing or film protectant needed. Then, you'll be all set.
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Don't forget the A pillars and I also had the rocker panels done. Also, be sure they wrap the edges on the hood and fenders to avoid obvious seams. Finally, consider adding a permanent Opti-Coat Pro application which will prevent UV and environmental damage to the film and the rest of the car's clearcoat and wheels - no waxing or film protectant needed. Then, you'll be all set.
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I had the opti-coat done right after I bought the car but I may have him cover the xpel or just try it myself. I will skip the a pillars and leading edge of the roof as I don't like the edges showing. That's the only reason I'm not going with the partial. My cars previous to this one look great except front bumper and the leading edge of the hood.
Keep in mind the DIY consumer version of the Opti-Coat (2.0) is a thinner material than the Opti-Coat Pro the detailers use. You can check the spec differences on Optimum's website.
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You can order pre-cut headlight protection film from XPel and install it yourself.
I did this on my S6 and my wife's A8. It was very easy.
You just need some rubbing alcohol, a spray bottle, and a heat gun. XPel gives you the film and the plastic squeegie.
I did this on my S6 and my wife's A8. It was very easy.
You just need some rubbing alcohol, a spray bottle, and a heat gun. XPel gives you the film and the plastic squeegie.