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Old Jul 14, 2003 | 08:30 AM
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Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get rid of surface scratches? The scratches aren't too deep, but they're definitely there. Thanks.
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Old Jul 14, 2003 | 05:43 PM
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Be very careful - if you polish thru the clear coat it will cost $$$$. I would take it to a reputable body shop and get them to do it.
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Old Jul 15, 2003 | 05:55 AM
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Zaino 5 is pretty good for swirl marks and fine scratches. Might want to give it a try....

http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...ory_Code=Zaino
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Old Jul 15, 2003 | 06:37 AM
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Thanks for the suggestion. I tried some Maguire's Scratch X last night which worked ok, but it can't hurt to try the Zaino as well. I need to wax and buff my car, so maybe that'll help as well.
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Old Jul 15, 2003 | 08:46 PM
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use FinesseIt or Glaze (3M products), or Aurora 3000 glaze.
soft cotton cloth- not terry cloth
put stuff on the cloth, then rub the area with a random motion, gradually covering a larger and larger area.
wipe with another soft cloth, and inspect at various angles to see if the scratches are gone- really important to not polish in the direction of the scratches or they will get worse. Stop when you cant see the scratches= over polishing is BAD.
You do not need any wax if you finish with the glaze- the finish will out shine anything you can find.
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Old Jul 16, 2003 | 05:15 AM
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I tried Mothers Scratch Remover it worked pretty good...
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