I have recently replaced my car but it has some light scratches on the piano black trim and the plastic cover on the instrument binnacle. It’s mildly annoying and if possible I would like to polish them out. I have never used Polywatch but would it work to remove the scratches?
Thanks
I’m assuming BMW or Mini? I had similar and machine polished it out, not sure polywatch will get the desired finish over the area.Originally Posted by Darra8
I removed the trim and did it on a bench to save polish splatter, but can mask it up and go for it without I guess. I’m not sure with the black colour and depth of shine that without a machine you’d get left with scratches after.
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As above, machine polish with decent compounds is the way to go - cutting grade depending on how bad the scratches are then working to fine and polishing. And definitely remove item, or mask and cover all surrounds to excess as compound will fly everywhere
Some small polishing pads that will attach to a drill will work wonder with a decent compound. Something like this kit from eBay:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/314212128...mis&media=COPY
Thanks for the replies.
Hmm, sounds like it could get messy if done correctly. The instrument binnacle is the most annoying and would be the hardest to remove. Not impossible to mask though so I’ll look into the polishing pads.
I’ve read autoglym super resin polish is good - make sure you polishing cloth is v sort as this can add to the proble - even with moctofibre cloths
I’m going to try on mine - my car had a temporary dab aerial fitted and I’m sure the goons who removed it scratched the air vent when removing it
Autoglym super resin is a final stage polish, but not really an effective cutting compound. I'd recommend something like Farecla G10 if the scratches are light (G3 then G10 if deeper), then move on to the autoglym (which is an excellent product by the way). Work lightly with the machine and constantly check progress as you go.
And ensure area is wiped clean before you start, and when you change up compounds. Panel wipe or an alcohol solution is good for that.
Last edited by Mouse; 7th April 2024 at 11:48.
i would phone a polishing supplies specialist and ask what products might work best.
there are specific polishes for everything, its a huge industry
Polywatch is unlikely to cause any harm. I’d give it a go on a small patch to see how well it works.
I think I’ll give the polywatch option a go first. I’ve got an old piece of Perspex that I can scuff up a bit and practice on.
For anyone who is remotely interested in the outcome of this little experiment, it works! Tried it on a scrap piece of Perspex first and it seemed ok so though I’d go for it. No more than 10 minutes later with a couple of cotton balls and most of the light scratches are gone, and with no mess either.
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That’s good to know. But HTF did your binnacle get scratched like that?
"Bite my shiny metal ass."
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Gotta say that that's impressive for relatively 'little' effort
Only recently bought the car so god only knows what the previous owner was thinking.
That’s good to know. Thanks for the update.
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Great to know - have you tried it on the piano black trim yet?
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My thoughts too.
What polish/cream/wax did you use. Looks great!!For anyone who is remotely interested in the outcome of this little experiment, it works! Tried it on a scrap piece of Perspex first and it seemed ok so though I’d go for it. No more than 10 minutes later with a couple of cotton balls and most of the light scratches are gone, and with no mess either.
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Jim
He used Polywatch.
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