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Scratches

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Mr.fresh, Jun 21, 2019.

  1. Jun 21, 2019 at 6:29 PM
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    Mr.fresh

    Mr.fresh [OP] New Member

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    barely Have 215 mile in truck And I’m noticing a few light scratches on truck?! Don’t know how I’m getting them.
     
  2. Jun 21, 2019 at 6:59 PM
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    akkording

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    Any construction in the area of your daily drive?
     
  3. Jun 21, 2019 at 7:31 PM
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    Mr.fresh

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    No, only drive it after work for a couple of miles cause I get out of work late. That’s the frustrating part most of the time it’s in my driveway.
     
  4. Jun 21, 2019 at 7:52 PM
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    Maybe car wash? I waxed and put ceramic on mine to avoid scratches
     
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  5. Jun 21, 2019 at 8:49 PM
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    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy New member? Really??

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    The dealership scratched mine while performing the last free service I'm ever taking it for.

    Then, I scratched the shit out of it on a narrow trail with branches everywhere.

    Do you park near other cars at work, or while shopping?

    Most people don't seem to care about other people's property anymore. They open the car door without looking, brush against other people's cars with their zippers and purses and stupid keychains.

    This is why I park way in the back of the parking lot.
     
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  6. Jun 21, 2019 at 9:06 PM
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    4Runner fun

    4Runner fun Just the beginning...

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    Hand wash if possible!
    What color is it?
    Sorry to hear.
     
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  7. Jun 22, 2019 at 5:45 AM
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    The good news is..... A shop can easily buff them out, or what I did 5 years ago and wished I did it 30 years. Bought a porter cable 7424 da polisher on Amazon. Also went with meguiers microfiber pad system and there's zero possibility of messing your paint up . disclaimer don't put a rock in the pad or simply keep it clean. Watched an hour of YouTube video think his name was junkman? Anyway still scared I tested on my kids Civic and old junker .I was shocked it made the car look new.
    Now I coat all my new cars and they stay scratch free simply by recoating once a year
     
  8. Oct 30, 2019 at 5:37 PM
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    4runGirl88

    4runGirl88 Get a little mud on the tires!

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    My 2018 already had a few blemishes on it when I bought it. So I'm not too worried about any little new ones. It's black, too, which shows every. single. flaw. But using a good wash product and waxing will make it look incredible and help keep nasty scratches at bay. I commute 80 miles each day. Highway miles. Potential for lots of dings. I also got the Xpel clear bra so that will help.

    I second the "park where no one else is" comment. People are absolutely rude these days. But I feel like the blemishes add to the ruggedness of the vehicle overall. I dunno...maybe I'm weird :crazy:
     
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  9. Oct 30, 2019 at 6:44 PM
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    What was 'Mater's policy in Cars? Those aren't dents; those are memories! A vehicle such as the T4R needs blemishes to get it's badges. Earn those stripes! Lol
     
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  10. Oct 30, 2019 at 6:52 PM
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    Thatbassguy New member? Really??

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    I generally park as far as possible anywhere I go. I can live with the 10,000 scratches I've gotten from squeezing through a tight trail. But, door dings from inconsiderate douche bags drive me nuts!:mad:

    I'm ok as long as it still looks good from 20':D
     
  11. Oct 11, 2020 at 8:48 PM
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    You have DA so you are already half way there. you can use heavy compound with cutting foam pad to start. if this does not work, use heavy compound with wool pad. just be careful with wool pad. then polish, and finish. these 3 steps should correct anything less than 1500grit scratches. I use Maxshine 21mm DA with 3 steps. I also clay before doing any paint correction so there will be no contamination prior to start using machine. then finish with paint sealant to level clear coat.
     
  12. Nov 10, 2020 at 5:17 PM
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    I might try this
     
  13. Nov 10, 2020 at 5:24 PM
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    If you like, i can do online live demo. Let me know.
     

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