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Old 01-22-2007, 07:11 PM
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Any good way to fix hairline scratches in clearcoat?

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Old 01-22-2007, 07:18 PM
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Meguires Scratch X

best that i have used
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I dont understand how that product actually works? its bascially a thick hardened wax correct?
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I dont understand how that product actually works? its bascially a thick hardened wax correct?
Scratch X is a mild abrasive designed to be used by hand and not a machine. How big of an area are you trying to get the scratches out of?
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Like he said, ScratchX. Otherwise if you've got about $200 lying around and want an easier way to take care of your finish and even make some extra money on the side, buy a polisher like the Porter Cable 7424 or 7336, some pads and polish and go to town on those scratches.
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Welcome to black Hans..

Scratches are part of the deal unless you spend a good amount of time polishing as mentioned. With those miles, I'd assume you have a few scratches?
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Scrath X works great when followed by a good polish. If you have a stubborn scratch give a run at it with a cleaner wax, since it is also abrassive. I have had luck getting specific scratches out with it.
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