Scratch help

[2012 ZL1#1658]

I have one decent size scratch that went through the paint. I have smaller ones that I think I can buff out but need help with the 1 deeper one. I don't think I have to paint the whole door right? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[Joe M 2012 2SS]

If it's through the clear you can touch up, but it will still be visible, so you may want to repaint the door.

If it's not through the clear you can wetsand and polish.

[JTruck]

Pictures go a long way here.

[2012 ZL1#1658]

[Nor Cal ZL1]

Polish it as best you can with Menzerna FG400.

http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-fast-gloss-fg400.html

If that is not satisfactory use this.

http://www.autogeek.net/dr-colorchip...ip-repair.html

[Rick's Camaro]

I'd use Dr. Colorchip i will link below the part. Also check out this thread
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=392680




LINK FOR MORE INFO

[Joe M 2012 2SS]

Dr. Colorchip is not designed for deep scratches, it is designed for small chips and "road rash". It works great on darker colors.
To remove a deep scratch you have to use an abrasive product. Since you own a DA, I'm sure you have cutting pads and compound. Go over them first after properly prepping the area of the scratches. I would think based on the pic, you would lessen it some, but it would still be there. To further remove it wetsand and polish. Again, if it's through the clear this won't remove it. Your options are touch up and live with it, or repaint.

If you haven't wetsanded before this is a good demonstration of it for a deeper scratch. The only thing I do different is use a sanding block with 2000 grit.

[2012 ZL1#1658]

Thanks for the help everyone. I'm going to try this touch up product and let you know how it worked. I ordered a set from paintscratch.com.

[Joe M 2012 2SS]

Originally Posted by 2012 ZL1#1658

Thanks for the help everyone. I'm going to try this touch up product and let you know how it worked. I ordered a set from paintscratch.com.

Based on my use of Dr Colorchip, I would recommend you wait at least 20 minutes before using the sealact to remove excess paint. Do not use any pressure as you will pull the paint from the scratch. What you'll end up with is paint in the scratch, not leveling it, but diminishing it's appearance.

Do not use the buffing towel that comes with the kit. Use a quality microfiber to buff.

[2012 ZL1#1658]

Thanks.