slight scratches

don powers · 07-25-2008, 06:43 PM

i had my s2k detailed today and was hoping that they would be able to buff out some fine line scratches on the bumpers and around the wheel wells....very fine and not able to feel on the surface....because they were not on metal they were unable to take care of these....does anyone have any suggestions to take these out? the only one that would ever notice these scratches would be me but i know that you can all relate to that feeling....

S2000dude · 07-25-2008, 07:30 PM

Don, I'm surprised that the detailer couldn't get out the fine line scratches you mentioned. That's basic Detailing 101.

An orbital buffer such as the Porter Cable with the appropriate pad (generally a white pad) with a good polish or scratch remover from Meguiars, Mothers (there are many other brands) will do the trick.

Or you can try Meguiars scratch remover in a black tube. About 6 bucks in any auto parts store. You can apply by hand with good results. It will take longer than with the PC but you'll get the desired results.

Keep us posted.

don powers · 07-25-2008, 07:55 PM

s dude

thanks for the tip...i was disappointed but did not know the difference...it was the first time i had any car detailed....this guy was highly recommended...i was somewhat impressed by the final results but the scratches were the primary reason that had it detailed in the first place....

i will try your suggestions...thanks

don

philiam · 07-25-2008, 09:58 PM

I would echo S2000dude's advice, or try a fine rubbing compound. Be careful not to go too deep in to the clear coat.

S2K AP2 · 08-01-2008, 11:24 PM

My S2K has a small scratch that no one has ever noticed, even after I pointed it out to them continuously, and it bugs me because I know I see it, but for some reason, nobody else does... Maybe I'm crazy? IDK...
Anyway, I was thinking about using some sort of buffering utensil, too, but I don't want to mess anything up, so I might as well leave it alone. The point is:
If it's not broken, don't fix it. In this sense, I mean, if nobody else can notice the small scratchs on your S2000, then don't fret.

J'sS2K · 08-01-2008, 11:40 PM

I'm suprised too. Buffing should be able to remove those fine scratches. Keep us updated.

07-25-2008, 06:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
don powers Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Maine Posts: 7	slight scratches i had my s2k detailed today and was hoping that they would be able to buff out some fine line scratches on the bumpers and around the wheel wells....very fine and not able to feel on the surface....because they were not on metal they were unable to take care of these....does anyone have any suggestions to take these out? the only one that would ever notice these scratches would be me but i know that you can all relate to that feeling....

07-25-2008, 07:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
S2000dude Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Spring Lake Hts, NJ Posts: 240	Don, I'm surprised that the detailer couldn't get out the fine line scratches you mentioned. That's basic Detailing 101. An orbital buffer such as the Porter Cable with the appropriate pad (generally a white pad) with a good polish or scratch remover from Meguiars, Mothers (there are many other brands) will do the trick. Or you can try Meguiars scratch remover in a black tube. About 6 bucks in any auto parts store. You can apply by hand with good results. It will take longer than with the PC but you'll get the desired results. Keep us posted. __________________ you've just entered a dimension of sight & sound and high Revs. You've entered the V-Tec Zone ! 2005 NFR - good bye ol' friend 2008 Laguna Blue - welcome to my garage ! My first car - 1956 Studebaker Hawk !

07-25-2008, 07:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
don powers Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Maine Posts: 7	slight scratches s dude thanks for the tip...i was disappointed but did not know the difference...it was the first time i had any car detailed....this guy was highly recommended...i was somewhat impressed by the final results but the scratches were the primary reason that had it detailed in the first place.... i will try your suggestions...thanks don

07-25-2008, 09:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
philiam Senior Member, Literally Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: woodland hills, CA Posts: 1,594	I would echo S2000dude's advice, or try a fine rubbing compound. Be careful not to go too deep in to the clear coat. __________________

08-01-2008, 11:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
J'sS2K The Car Camera Mount Guy Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 830	I'm suprised too. Buffing should be able to remove those fine scratches. Keep us updated. __________________ So you're heading to the track and you want to record your sessions. PM me for an in-car camera mount For everything else, you are on your own!

08-01-2008, 11:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
S2K AP2 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 65	My S2K has a small scratch that no one has ever noticed, even after I pointed it out to them continuously, and it bugs me because I know I see it, but for some reason, nobody else does... Maybe I'm crazy? IDK... Anyway, I was thinking about using some sort of buffering utensil, too, but I don't want to mess anything up, so I might as well leave it alone. The point is: If it's not broken, don't fix it. In this sense, I mean, if nobody else can notice the small scratchs on your S2000, then don't fret.

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