what is the best way to clean the inside of side repeaters

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01-07-2010, 03:02 AM

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my side repeaters are extremely dirty. it is no longer clear as the plastic now looks muddy and foggy. i'm not too sure what is the best chemical to clean plastic as the inside and outside both need cleaning. would it be easier to replace them with new ones? anyone here from australia that can suggest where i can get a replacement? cant seem to find anywhere online outside aus that will deliver here.

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01-11-2010, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by sam.s' post='1085812' date='Jan 7 2010, 08:02 AM

Hey Mate,

I assume you mean the blinkers behind the front wheels. I thick they would be pretty easy to clean if you can remove the lenses (just soap and water) - removing the lenses shouldn't be too hard, but i've never done it myself.

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01-11-2010, 12:05 PM

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I know what you mean...trust me, your best bet is to buy a new set

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01-12-2010, 03:23 AM

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hey mate,

the blinkers that are on the side of the car not the ones in the actual headlight housing. tried cleaning them but i think the plastic won't go back to looking as clear as new. might get new ones as krozi said.

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01-12-2010, 09:38 AM

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I know what you mean...trust me, your best bet is to buy a new set

+1. If you're taking them out, might as well change them. LEDs are nice. Got mine from Trinity in a light smoke housing. Just a couple of wires to crimp and splice. I did mine while I was talking to someone on the phone.