How to clean headlights

[nismostreetracer]

I own a 1995 Nissan 240SX SE and want to clean the insides of my headlights. I'd cleaned the outsides well but they still look old and faded. Is there a way to open these light assemblies or does anyone know of someone that specializes in this type of work?

Oh, BTW, I've already researched in looking for a replacement set but new ones are way too expensive and I'm having difficulty finding a used set. Thanks for any assistance you can provide!

[drjohn]

I don't know of anyway to clean the inside of a headlamp. But I had a 88 Sentra that the outer lenses came off and I cleaned the sealing edges with brake cleaner and resecured them with a bead of clear silicone sealer. This might work if you can separate the outer lense from the housing. I don't know of any chemical that can be used to clean the inside without disassembly of the headlamp.

[UncleBen]

i've heard of putting the entire headlight assembly in the oven at like 300 degree's for about 15-20 mins, then carefully prying apart the outer lens from the housing. then you can re-seal it with whatever. i haven't done it, but i might one of these days.