How to remove small scratches?

D_o_S · 07-07-2009, 01:59 PM

Hi all,

I had some bird poop on my car and I removed it with a paper towel... now I have scratches around where it used to be...

How can I remove these scratches? I already tried quick detailer... did not help.

Thanks.

anthony @ eas · 07-07-2009, 02:40 PM

Quick detailer and waxes wont help. You'll need to use a polish to correct the paint and then use a sealant or wax to protect. Not sure on how strong of a polish you'll need for this- that's best left to the knowledge of an experienced detailer.

Oh, and FYI try not to use paper towels on paint in the future. Stick to microfiber or terry cloth.

twinturboa51 · 07-07-2009, 02:55 PM

if you have pictures of the scratch that would help. but if it was just a paper towel you might only need a mild polish. if you dont have a polisher i would maybe go with something like the blackfire gloss enhancing polish with glaze it might polish out some imperfections if they are not to deep but will also fill them in so you wont be able to see them. they will still be there but it wont look as bad. if you do have a polisher then try a polish like menzerna PO203s. but post some pics so we can get a better idea.

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anthony @ eas 324 Rep 3,635 Posts Drives: R56 Cooper S Join Date: May 2009 Location: 4015 E Leaverton Court, Anahiem, CA 92807 iTrader: (0)	Quick detailer and waxes wont help. You'll need to use a polish to correct the paint and then use a sealant or wax to protect. Not sure on how strong of a polish you'll need for this- that's best left to the knowledge of an experienced detailer. Oh, and FYI try not to use paper towels on paint in the future. Stick to microfiber or terry cloth.
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twinturboa51 Captain 22 Rep 637 Posts Drives: Mineral Grey F80 M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	if you have pictures of the scratch that would help. but if it was just a paper towel you might only need a mild polish. if you dont have a polisher i would maybe go with something like the blackfire gloss enhancing polish with glaze it might polish out some imperfections if they are not to deep but will also fill them in so you wont be able to see them. they will still be there but it wont look as bad. if you do have a polisher then try a polish like menzerna PO203s. but post some pics so we can get a better idea. __________________
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