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Scratches

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by SCRob, Sep 25, 2016.

  1. Sep 25, 2016 at 10:08 AM
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    SCRob

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    image.jpg After washing the Taco earlier I noticed what you see in the pic. This is on the drivers side door. I also noticed a couple random scratches on the passenger rear door. What's the best way to clean/fix this?
     
  2. Sep 25, 2016 at 10:35 AM
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    ChemDawg

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    If your fingernails "catch" on the scratch, usually means you need to paint over scratch. If fingernail doesn't catch.. follow the detailer thread on how to use polish or scratchx type products.
    Top left of your screen click forums..then scroll down to detailer threads.
     
  3. Sep 25, 2016 at 12:40 PM
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    Those look like they can be polished out.
     
  4. Sep 25, 2016 at 1:08 PM
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    58LesPaul

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    You'll need a polish like Megs Ultimate Liquid Polish and you may be able to get it by hand with a foam pad. Others know more than I do but if you can't get it out by hand polishing you may need to use a DA polisher. Maybe try Megs Ultimate Compound by hand if the polish doesn't get it. If the polish don't get it the compound should, definitely will with a DA polisher. After compound you will want to go back and finish off with the polish.
     
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  5. Sep 25, 2016 at 5:10 PM
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    Benzdriver81

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    What he said. Always start with a lighter abrasive (like Ultimate Polish), and if that doesn't work, use the Ultimate Compound then Polish. If THAT doesn't work, try Meg's ScratchX, then Polish. If nothing works, you may need touch-up paint and clear coat.
     

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