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Old 09-03-2001, 02:28 PM
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I have now tried: Eagle 1 Scratch Remover (WORST), Turtle Wax Scratch Remover, and Maguires Scratch Out (LESS WORSE, but still scratches)... They ALL will leave scratches in the clear of your car's paint-- BAD scratches.

I have a Black S2K, so any blemish is very noticble... and all three of those really f*cked up my clear.

The ONLY product which works (and fixed the damage those caused) is "Scratch Out" by "Kit". Comes in a Yellow bottle and is available at Autozone.

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I don't believe Z-anything would get the scratches out that the other products produced. It took me literally 3 hours to repair the damaged from them.... buyer bewarned.
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I keep a bottle of that stuff (small yellow bottle) in the trunk. Works great! Even does the plastic window too!
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Yes!!! Correct..the "Kit" stuff works GREAT.. all others (to date) are too abrasive! I found this out the harrrrd way. Infact, I'm looking for a random orbital buffer to perfect my hood (takes quite a bit of effort and sweat to repair the damage). I'de like to make it perfect, and the "Kit" product would work, but take about 8 hours to do... It also works well on the back plastic, as you suggest.

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Thank you! I just made the same error you did - now i have a smal blurry area on one of my fenders that I need to fix. I'll go hunting for the kit stuff asap!
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If anyone is having trouble finding the Kit polish, I have always had great results with the 3M Finesse-It. It is available at automotive paint supply stores.

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Keep in mind that the Kit stuff is gentle--this means you'll need to spend a LOT of time rubbing the scratches out.... use some pressure, but not too much as to cause scratches from the cloth. Prepare to have a sore arm, and take your time...wipe-clean-verify you are going in the right direction.

btw-- this stuff rocks on hard water spots!

-- Aaron
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