Scratch Remover Options

I put a little scratch on my truck when I was putting the grill back on. I tried some turtle wax scratch remover on a microfiber towel and that made it disappear. It's what I had and it worked.

 

Just remember, anytime (again anytime) that you are using something abrasive (either polish or compound), you are removing clearcoat or paint....and there is not that much of either on factory paint. Been there. That's how "I came to believe".

 

That Meguiars is the best. I have used it many times on scuffs with excellent results.

 

Chemical guys hand polishing pad and VSS scratch and swirl remover are your friends here:

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$25 Chemical Guys BUFX_204 Hex-logic Hand Applicator Pad Kit

www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-BUFX_204-Hex-Logic-Applicator/dp/B01IRQZVYS/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3PQPAA32L964&dchild=1&keywords=chemical+guys+hand+polishing+pad&qid=1613853556&sprefix=chemical+guys+hand+%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-5
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$20 Chemical Guys COM_129_16 VSS One-Step Scratch and Swirl Remover Compound Polish, Works on Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, RVs & More (16 oz)

www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-COM_129_16-Scratch-Remover/dp/B001TJIDF0/ref=sr_1_10?crid=3PQPAA32L964&dchild=1&keywords=chemical+guys+hand+polishing+pad&qid=1613853556&sprefix=chemical+guys+hand+%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-10

If that don't work you would probably need something with some more cutting power where you get into the realm of needing a random orbital polisher and the associated cutting compounds:

$300 Chemical Guys BUF_501X 10FX Random Orbital Polisher, Pads, Polishes & Compounds Kit (Safe for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, & More) Digital Display, 700W, Orbit 8mm - 9 Items

https://www.amazon.com/BUF501X-Rand...56&sprefix=chemical+guys+hand+,aps,148&sr=8-9

I'd start with the hand polish and then slowly progress up.

 

Like what some of these guys have said polish and compound should bring it out. Make sure to try the least abrasive first and go tougher what ever you do.

 

This stuff works awesome! Used it on my silver Taco and the wife's silver Solara.

$10 QUIXX 00070-US Paint Scratch Remover Kit, Removes Scratches, Minor Scrapes, and Traces of Unwanted Paint Transfer, Quickly, and Effectively , white (8-Count)

https://www.amazon.com/Quixx-00070-US-Paint-Scratch-Remover/dp/B000UVUAFO
You can go heavy or light. Only use the level of finish you need.

 

This looks very superficial and if you lived in Phoenix I could buff it out in less than 30 seconds with a machine polisher. I'd recommend starting with the least aggressive compound you can find and if you're doing it by hand it will take some elbow grease, but can be done easily.

I'd recommend these:

$25 SONAX Perfect Finish 250ml | Scratch and Swirl Remover Polish | Machine Polish | Paint Correction Polish | High Gloss | Black Paint Polish | No Fillers Paint Correction | 8.45 fl. Oz

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DKYBK0C/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

$19 Adam's Polishes 2-Step Polishing System 12oz Combo - Silicone-Free, Body Shop Safe Formula - Quick, Professional Correcting and Polishing for Clear Coat, Gel Coat, Etc. (Perfecting Polish)

https://smile.amazon.com/Adams-Correcting-Finishing-Polish-Combo/dp/B081QXLVGB/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=Adams+polish&qid=1613869673&sr=8-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFKVzBQTlNYMlVCQkwmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTEwMzkxMTgySEsyM1pZNVJFSEo4JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAzNTg2ODlCMFBCOUYxNVRPQVomd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&th=1

$20 Adam's Polishes One Step Polish 12oz - Safe for Clear Coat, Single Stage, or Lacquer Paint - Increased Cut & Finishing, Body Shop Safe - Easy Application and Removal, Excellent Shine

https://smile.amazon.com/Adams-One-Step-Polish-8oz/dp/B077KBX4NL/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=Adams+polish&qid=1613869673&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=A1VBNNXVDKAOR1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFKVzBQTlNYMlVCQkwmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTEwMzkxMTgySEsyM1pZNVJFSEo4JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAwMzMzNTcySUxNSTQ3TUJEMU45JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D

$29 Adam's Polishes Car Scratch & Swirl Remover Hand Correction System, Remove & Restore Paint Transfer, Minor Imperfections, Oxidation, Paired with Orange Compound Correction Pad Applicator (2 Step Kit)

https://smile.amazon.com/Adams-Corr...&keywords=Adams+polish&qid=1613869673&sr=8-10

$18 Adam’s Hand Polish Paint Revive | Ultimate Top Coat Polish & Glaze Infused with Polymer Protection Wax Sealant | Correct, Finish, & Protect New Mirror Like Finish All-in-One Formula (12oz)

https://smile.amazon.com/Adams-Ultimate-Infused-Polymer-Protection/dp/B0842D9F8Y/ref=sr_1_3?crid=10Q9OQG4XUPZT&dchild=1&keywords=adams+hand+polish&qid=1613869975&sprefix=Adams+hand+%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-3


This is sealant/polish combo that I also like:

$31 Griot's Garage B140P BOSS Finishing Sealant 16oz

https://smile.amazon.com/Griots-Garage-B140P-Finishing-Sealant/dp/B0102R81YW/ref=sr_1_6?
dchild=1&keywords=griots+polish&qid=1613869886&sr=8-6

 

Any body shop or detail shop could easily fix this. Just don't let them have at it with a wool pad and some aggressive compound. The trick with buffing is to start with the least aggressive compound and pad and work your way up if needed.

 

You have gotten a lot of good recommendations here. The 3M stuff is what my local body shop uses. It does not damage the finish and also polishes. Good luck with whatever you choose to go with.

 

that'll easily buff out. looks like paint from another vehicle which is a good sign

 

Thanks all. I was able to remove most of the scuff with Ultimate Polish and Ultimate Compound. I'll try 3M Rubbing Compound if it's still visible after a wash.