hundreds of scratches!!!!

w.car · 18th June 2007, 00:15

I have noticed there are hundreds of scratches on my car where i have been cleaning. only had a for a month. what can i do to get rid off it. Does waxing the car help?

czechplastik · 18th June 2007, 01:00

wax would help a little, what were you using that scratched it in the first place? How deep are they?

w.car · 18th June 2007, 01:05

thanks mate, i was using MIRACLE DRYWASH spray then dry it with a soft cloth i think because some of the area i forced it about end up havin loads of scratches. they light scratches but loads......

czechplastik · 18th June 2007, 02:38

The drywash products were mentioned recently and people were put off because it could scratch the paintwork. Looks like thats what's happened with you. If they're light a good coat of wax should cover them up rightly

illegalhunter · 18th June 2007, 06:53

Wow thats something else learned today, no waterless wash for me then.

Kremmen · 18th June 2007, 06:57

Correct, any dirt/dust must be soaked first to loosen it otherwise.........

chriswarwick · 18th June 2007, 10:06

A secondary reason why I changed my black ES is because I had inadvertantly washed the car without sufficient water causing millions of tiny scratches. I now am utra careful, using a water fed brush, a new leather -which I rinse frequently. There was a product advertised on the Shopping Channels some years ago called GS27 Scratch remover. It came from France[!]. It does work but takes some time and you'll probably need a couple of tubes. Have just checked their website www.gs27.com . Its in French [surprise surprise], so over to you....

w.car · 18th June 2007, 10:22

cheers lads, after i had these scratches i dont dont dare to clean my car myself thinking of gettin these mobile car wash company that come round house or office to clean + polish or wax. What you recon worth it or do it myself?

chriswarwick · 18th June 2007, 10:29

I've been told not to use the automatic car washes as they can scatch the car. Feel unsure about mobile car washes as they might be 'just doing a job' and not care about using sufficent water or rinsing any grit out of cloths.

ante00 · 18th June 2007, 15:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by chriswarwick

I've been told not to use the automatic car washes as they can scatch the car. Feel unsure about mobile car washes as they might be 'just doing a job' and not care about using sufficent water or rinsing any grit out of cloths.

yes it is true...automatic carwasah can scratch car but you can see it...only if you look closely roof for example...you can see lines........for small scratches you have sonax scratch remover and it is very good....helped me to remove few scrathes from doors and hood

Charles_Harding · 18th June 2007, 15:21

There is no substitue for DIY in car cleaning.

Only you has the care and compassion to really clean properly a Space Ship.

Have a look around this section, under cleaning, nip out to Halfrauds, get some stuff, then Bingo, all the kit for DIY.

It may take a while, but Heck!

That motor cost thousands!

When you finish, and if you have done as we try to tell you, you should be very proud of 'All my own work'!

"I do definately believe in luck.
How else can you explain the success of those you don't like?"

Charles H.

m33porsche · 4th August 2007, 15:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by chriswarwick

A secondary reason why I changed my black ES is because I had inadvertantly washed the car without sufficient water causing millions of tiny scratches. I now am utra careful, using a water fed brush, a new leather -which I rinse frequently. There was a product advertised on the Shopping Channels some years ago called GS27 Scratch remover. It came from France[!]. It does work but takes some time and you'll probably need a couple of tubes. Have just checked their website www.gs27.com . Its in French [surprise surprise], so over to you....

If you are really OCD throw the leather and brush away as these too will scratch the top coat.

Best process by far is to rinse, pre-wash (best with foam as this draws dirt off the surface) rinse then hand wash with mitts (not sponge) using 2 buckets, one for shampoo, one to rinse the mitt.

To dry use a microfibre cloth and Megs Quick detailer (spray on when wet)

This absolutely reduces the chance of scratching the paint.

BUT - your neighbours will think you're a freak

m33

richierich · 6th August 2007, 13:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by m33porsche

..............BUT - your neighbours will think you're a freak

m33

Mine said just that to me last night, apparantly him and his Wife were playing a game to see how many times I would go round the car, he won, he said 7. Rinse, Wash, Rinse, Dry, Clean, Polish, Wax. Thanks to Mrs RR it only took a little over 2 hours on Saturday morning, looks great though.

binchy · 6th August 2007, 14:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by richierich

Mine said just that to me last night, apparantly him and his Wife were playing a game to see how many times I would go round the car, he won, he said 7. Rinse, Wash, Rinse, Dry, Clean, Polish, Wax. Thanks to Mrs RR it only took a little over 2 hours on Saturday morning, looks great though.

Which Polish and Wax do you use on your Red Civic? Does it give a wet look finish?

Kremmen · 6th August 2007, 14:31

Is that all !

When I wash mine I go round it more than 7

Rinse = 2 (just to make sure)
Roof - 2 sides = 3 (can't reach the whole lot in one)
Then I wash all round from the bottom window line up = 4
Then all round down to the top of the bumper line = 5
Bumper & below = 6
Wheels = 7
Rinse = 9 (double whammy)
leather = the same rigmaroll = 14
then I open all the doors, tailgate, bonnet and go round = 15

Then go round with the Vax = 16

If I wax then take the number you first though of.........................

m33porsche · 6th August 2007, 19:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kremmen

Is that all !

When I wash mine I go round it more than 7

Rinse = 2 (just to make sure)
Roof - 2 sides = 3 (can't reach the whole lot in one)
Then I wash all round from the bottom window line up = 4
Then all round down to the top of the bumper line = 5
Bumper & below = 6
Wheels = 7
Rinse = 9 (double whammy)
leather = the same rigmaroll = 14
then I open all the doors, tailgate, bonnet and go round = 15

Then go round with the Vax = 16

If I wax then take the number you first though of.........................

feel like I've come home

LoonyJohn · 7th August 2007, 00:07

Just to mention, TOYOTA, the car plant in Derby, use 3M Finesse-it! for light scratch / mark removal. It is expensive, but easily the best polish available today - e.g. £15 per litre on eBay

joonyar · 7th August 2007, 06:47

I noticed a few scratches on mine & I bought Turtle wax colour magic plus (look here Turtle Wax) costs about £7
since mine is black I think scratches show up more but........
Anyway after applying this it really made a difference to the scratches, I had to really search for them.

richardc · 7th August 2007, 14:19

AutoGlym Super Resin Polish is great for disguising swirls. Cover with a good wax/sealent and should look good for a while.

richierich · 12th August 2007, 10:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by binchy

Which Polish and Wax do you use on your Red Civic? Does it give a wet look finish?

I use the Meguiars 3 step jobby, it gives a great shine, I would not say its as wet as some of the pics I've seen but the shine is really nice and it really deepens the red.

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18th June 2007, 01:00	#2 (permalink)
czechplastik King of the rodeo Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th October 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 4,500 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	wax would help a little, what were you using that scratched it in the first place? How deep are they?

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w.car Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 11th June 2007 Posts: 142 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	thanks mate, i was using MIRACLE DRYWASH spray then dry it with a soft cloth i think because some of the area i forced it about end up havin loads of scratches. they light scratches but loads......

18th June 2007, 02:38	#4 (permalink)
czechplastik King of the rodeo Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th October 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 4,500 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	The drywash products were mentioned recently and people were put off because it could scratch the paintwork. Looks like thats what's happened with you. If they're light a good coat of wax should cover them up rightly

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illegalhunter HACKIN & SLAYIN Civinfo guru Join Date: 10th May 2007 Location: In the woods armed to the teeth Posts: 2,581 Thanks: 4 Thanked 29 Times in 28 Posts iTrader: (0)	Wow thats something else learned today, no waterless wash for me then.

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Kremmen Krem de la Krem Civinfo guru Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 2,638 Thanks: 8 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts iTrader: (0)	Correct, any dirt/dust must be soaked first to loosen it otherwise.........

18th June 2007, 10:06	#7 (permalink)
chriswarwick Wheelnut Join Date: 24th November 2006 Location: A village near Warwick Posts: 61 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	A secondary reason why I changed my black ES is because I had inadvertantly washed the car without sufficient water causing millions of tiny scratches. I now am utra careful, using a water fed brush, a new leather -which I rinse frequently. There was a product advertised on the Shopping Channels some years ago called GS27 Scratch remover. It came from France[!]. It does work but takes some time and you'll probably need a couple of tubes. Have just checked their website www.gs27.com . Its in French [surprise surprise], so over to you....

18th June 2007, 10:22	#8 (permalink)
w.car Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 11th June 2007 Posts: 142 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	cheers lads, after i had these scratches i dont dont dare to clean my car myself thinking of gettin these mobile car wash company that come round house or office to clean + polish or wax. What you recon worth it or do it myself?

18th June 2007, 10:29	#9 (permalink)
chriswarwick Wheelnut Join Date: 24th November 2006 Location: A village near Warwick Posts: 61 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I've been told not to use the automatic car washes as they can scatch the car. Feel unsure about mobile car washes as they might be 'just doing a job' and not care about using sufficent water or rinsing any grit out of cloths.

18th June 2007, 15:21	#11 (permalink)
Charles_Harding Civinfo guru Join Date: 14th August 2006 Location: S.E. London Posts: 3,288 Thanks: 113 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts iTrader: (0)	There is no substitue for DIY in car cleaning. Only you has the care and compassion to really clean properly a Space Ship. Have a look around this section, under cleaning, nip out to Halfrauds, get some stuff, then Bingo, all the kit for DIY. It may take a while, but Heck! That motor cost thousands! When you finish, and if you have done as we try to tell you, you should be very proud of 'All my own work'! *"I do definately believe in luck.* *How else can you explain the success of those you don't like?"* Charles H.

6th August 2007, 14:31	#15 (permalink)
Kremmen Krem de la Krem Civinfo guru Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 2,638 Thanks: 8 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts iTrader: (0)	Is that all ! When I wash mine I go round it more than 7 Rinse = 2 (just to make sure) Roof - 2 sides = 3 (can't reach the whole lot in one) Then I wash all round from the bottom window line up = 4 Then all round down to the top of the bumper line = 5 Bumper & below = 6 Wheels = 7 Rinse = 9 (double whammy) leather = the same rigmaroll = 14 then I open all the doors, tailgate, bonnet and go round = 15 Then go round with the Vax = 16 If I wax then take the number you first though of.........................

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LoonyJohn Honda Tardis Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 18th February 2007 Location: NE Derbyshire Posts: 105 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Just to mention, TOYOTA, the car plant in Derby, use 3M Finesse-it! for light scratch / mark removal. It is expensive, but easily the best polish available today - e.g. £15 per litre on eBay

7th August 2007, 06:47	#18 (permalink)
joonyar Valve Cap Join Date: 29th July 2007 Location: Bonnie Scotland Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I noticed a few scratches on mine & I bought Turtle wax colour magic plus (look here Turtle Wax) costs about £7 since mine is black I think scratches show up more but........ Anyway after applying this it really made a difference to the scratches, I had to really search for them.

7th August 2007, 14:19	#19 (permalink)
richardc Wheelnut Join Date: 17th March 2007 Posts: 79 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	AutoGlym Super Resin Polish is great for disguising swirls. Cover with a good wax/sealent and should look good for a while.