Post by ahcash on Aug 7, 2005 18:03:12 GMT 10
As my other car was keyed (pretty deep) at the train station 2 weeks ago.. I bought a touch up kit from the dealer and tried to touch it up myself.. I misunderstood the instruction in the kit when using the fine sandpaper prepare for the touch up.. .. I ended up scratching it even more using the sandpaper.. damn...
I decided to try the Meguiars ScratchX to get rid of the sandpaper scratches around the deep keyed area.. After using a few time on the same area.. I finally able to remove the sandpaper scratches...
Here are some photos.. I have now managed to touch up the keyed scratch (as you can see from the photo) and get rid of the sandpaper scratches...
Overall, I rate this product 4 STAR out of 5...
More info can be found here... www.bettercarcare.com/articles.php?articleId=53
HERE are some of the review which I found from the internet...
Summary: Pretty Good!
Well, this is one of 2 of-the-shelf scratch removers that I'd recommend to others. Works pretty much as described.
The directions are general, but adequate. One thing I disagree with is their recommendation to top with Gold Class for "durable high gloss," but that would be in regards to the original version, which has apparently been reformulated. Anyway, I think saying something to the effect of ""follow with an application of one of Meguiar's waxes." Just my thoughts.
Using this will get swirls gone fairly quickly. One application may be enough, if they're light enough (cob webs). Scratches will need multiple applications.
If the paint is oxidized to a slight fogginess, this will work too. I have not tried it on something like a pink car that was formerly red.
The toothpaste-like tube is a nice idea. It stands up well enough, you can squeeze out what you need without worrying about squeezing too hard and possibly cracking the bottle. Reminds me of the GS-27 and such scratch removers, but Scratch-X works MUCH better. It doesn't mention needing to be shaken, but the tube can be shaken fairly easily.
Instructions say to leave it to dry, but I had read that will soon change to wipe off immediately.
Says it's "the most effective way to remove fine scratches and swirls from your paint by hand." I agree that it is effective, but not necessarily that it's THE most effective. Maybe it should read "Meguiar's most effective...."
Paint should be squeaky after using this.
It uses diminishing abrasives, which means that it's more aggressive at the start of the application. With this in mind, you will be better able to remove a scratch by repeated applications of fresh product than if you were to keep working in the same application for extended periods of time.
Doesn't say how much pressure to use, but I would recommend light pressure and repeated applications.
It can also be used to remove paint transfers (parking lot dings etc.).
Overall a nice product that I feel would be a worthwhile investment if you want to take care of your car, especially if you are doing everything by hand.
I decided to try the Meguiars ScratchX to get rid of the sandpaper scratches around the deep keyed area.. After using a few time on the same area.. I finally able to remove the sandpaper scratches...
Here are some photos.. I have now managed to touch up the keyed scratch (as you can see from the photo) and get rid of the sandpaper scratches...
Overall, I rate this product 4 STAR out of 5...
More info can be found here... www.bettercarcare.com/articles.php?articleId=53
HERE are some of the review which I found from the internet...
Summary: Pretty Good!
Well, this is one of 2 of-the-shelf scratch removers that I'd recommend to others. Works pretty much as described.
The directions are general, but adequate. One thing I disagree with is their recommendation to top with Gold Class for "durable high gloss," but that would be in regards to the original version, which has apparently been reformulated. Anyway, I think saying something to the effect of ""follow with an application of one of Meguiar's waxes." Just my thoughts.
Using this will get swirls gone fairly quickly. One application may be enough, if they're light enough (cob webs). Scratches will need multiple applications.
If the paint is oxidized to a slight fogginess, this will work too. I have not tried it on something like a pink car that was formerly red.
The toothpaste-like tube is a nice idea. It stands up well enough, you can squeeze out what you need without worrying about squeezing too hard and possibly cracking the bottle. Reminds me of the GS-27 and such scratch removers, but Scratch-X works MUCH better. It doesn't mention needing to be shaken, but the tube can be shaken fairly easily.
Instructions say to leave it to dry, but I had read that will soon change to wipe off immediately.
Says it's "the most effective way to remove fine scratches and swirls from your paint by hand." I agree that it is effective, but not necessarily that it's THE most effective. Maybe it should read "Meguiar's most effective...."
Paint should be squeaky after using this.
It uses diminishing abrasives, which means that it's more aggressive at the start of the application. With this in mind, you will be better able to remove a scratch by repeated applications of fresh product than if you were to keep working in the same application for extended periods of time.
Doesn't say how much pressure to use, but I would recommend light pressure and repeated applications.
It can also be used to remove paint transfers (parking lot dings etc.).
Overall a nice product that I feel would be a worthwhile investment if you want to take care of your car, especially if you are doing everything by hand.
