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Shiny Duct tape for headlights
Posted by andy m [Email] (more from andy m) on Mon, 5 Feb 2001 21:55:00
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I did one headlight reflector this evening with the shiny duct tape. Actually, I found "aluminum foil tape' right next to the duct tape. It claims 'aggressive adhesive, blocks odor and moisture, helps prevent heat and cooling loss' and has some rating about preventing flame spread and smoke development. I figured with the heat the lights put out, this is the way to go.
Anyway, I went with vertical strips since they seemed to trace the shape of
the reflector best, and the tape does have a tendency to roll back upon
itself and self stick. Short pieces helped prevent that. I also wasnt REAL careful about avoiding wrinkles... I used the blunt end of a screwdriver to flatten them out when i was done- it seemed to work all right.
Results? Well, it is noticeably better than spray painting with so called
'chrome' paint, but I can't really compare it to having perfect reflectors
since i have never seen them. Its not quite mirror shiny, but even my wife
noticed that it was fairly reflective. It even looks shinier in the
daylight. Anyway, at night I am pretty sure it is a big improvement. I
will really know for sure when I drive in the rain, since thats when the
poor reflectors really show up.. (or dont show up). I think its worth the
half hour or so and the 7.50 it cost.
hope this helps.. again, i would say its much better than painting, but
might not be as good as new.
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