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Quick and easy scuff mark removal

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by InfernoTonka, Nov 28, 2017.

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  1. Nov 28, 2017 at 1:18 PM
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    I think I figured out an easy solution for scuff marks:

    BEFORE:
    IMG_2531.jpg

    AFTER:

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    BEFORE:

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    AFTER:

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    I just used WD-40.

    Spray it on a paper towel and then rub the area. Then go back over with a dry towel.

    It removes scuff marks AND provides a nice air freshening scent.

    Seems to work like charm. Easy peasy.

    Let me know if this is a bad idea...

    BTW it works perfectly on the speaker areas without slopping fluid in the holes.
     
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    InfernoTonka, Nov 28, 2017
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  2. Nov 28, 2017 at 2:01 PM
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    Seems fine, some guys use it for sticker removal from paint.
     
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    WD40 = "a nice air freshening scent".... LMAO.
     
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    Screw Axe Body Spray, I'm going with WD40 this Friday.
     
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    ahhhh, the fresh smell of WD-40 with my morning coffee.

    :puke:

    :D
     
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    Can anyone verify if WD40 is good for fresh breath?
     
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    Thanks for posting this! Seems during my yearly oil change at the dealership someone drags there work boots/shoes across the hard plastic getting in or out of my truck. I'll give this a try tomorrow.

    Hell I may take my truck in next spring now and let them tear the dash out to get to the stank in my a/c now that I know how to remove the scratches and gouges they will leave behind.
     
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    I like the smell of gas but I wouldn't consider it air freshening lol
     
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    I started noticing the scuff marks after I took my car into the dealership as well. But some of them were mine and it started driving me nuts.

    I hope this works well for everyone and saves money on buying scuff/scratch remover.

    Be sure to post how well it works.
     
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    Quick joke:

    What do you call it when someone uses Axe body spray to mask the stank smell in the bathroom after they take a poop?





















    Shax

    [get it?] :anonymous:
     
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    No, don't get it.
     
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  12. Nov 28, 2017 at 4:30 PM
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    LOL!

    Sh!t + Axe = Shax

    Maybe I'm spelling it wrong. Maybe it should be Shaxe...but then that looks wrong :anonymous:
     
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    From a detailing perspective...
    Some interior automotive plastics are very porous. I would wipe down with a light all purpose cleaner after using the WD-40; so that no long term staining occurs.
     
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    I was wondering about that. I'm going to do that now. That is really good to know.

    There doesn't seem to be a lot of info out there on this topic. Then again, maybe my search parameters are questionable.

    Thanks again for the advice.

    BTW is there a detailing secret to deal with scuff marks? My dad suggested soap and water but I didn't want to slop soapy water around especially around the speakers.
     
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    I attacked my wife's Ford Escape today with WD-40. Her car has alot of black plastic on the exterior and I always get wax on it when waxing. Here's the results:

    BEFORE:

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    AFTER:
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    DOOR HANDLE BEFORE:

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    DOOR HANDLE AFTER:

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    So it looks like WD-40 is handy dandy on interior plastic trim and exterior plastic trim. Just a little bitty spray on a paper towel goes along way.

    IMG_2544.jpg
     
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    Contrary to popular belief...
    I’m pretty sure WD-40 is actually a solvent, and not an “oil” as we most often think of it.

    Seems like I read that somewhere not long ago.
     
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    It definately seems that it has solvent properties. I'll have to say I thought I was going to have to live with wax residue on my wifes car trim until I started playing around with it.
     
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    Dealerships use a China marker and a carpet square. Completely removes them. :thumbsup:

    Scrub the area with the carpet square after using the China marker on it
     
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    Is a China marker like a grease/crayon pencil? This is good to know.
     
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    Yeah they have them in different colors. I think they're also called wax pencils.

    IMG_0958.jpg
     
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