Toothpaste?
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Racer
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From: Sault Ste. Marie MI
Toothpaste?
I read where toothpaste can take scratches off of a cd. My stereo faceplate has a large clear plastic face and had a few small scratches that I found annoying. I took some Rembrant toothpaste and a cotton ball rubbed it around, mostly circular, and then cleaned it up. Looks better than I had hoped. I don't see those scratches at all.
Anyone else ever try toothpaste for this or something else? I'm thinking about trying it on the body (car body that is) on a few small scratches.
Anyone else ever try toothpaste for this or something else? I'm thinking about trying it on the body (car body that is) on a few small scratches.
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
Toothpaste is a very fine abrasive/polishing compound. Should work as well as a good plastic polish (NOVUS) and everybody has some sitting in the bathroom!
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From: No Opti Here Tn
St. Jude Donor '06
Originally Posted by BADDUCK
I would use rubbing compound unless your car has plaque and bad breath!
that will leave scratches and swirl marks
Even polishing compound is too much for most cars
Melting Slicks
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From: Red Sox Nation! RI
I'm sure everyone has good intentions, but be careful with putting to use some of the advice you find here. I keep seeing people recommending Rubbing Compund for Corvette finishes. Rubbing compund is a coarse, abrasive compound! It's best use is for dull, faded paint and deep scratches. My guess is most Vette owners take better care of their finish than the average car parked in the driveway. Use a rubbing compound as a last resort.
just my 2.
just my 2.
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From: Santa Maria CA
Two products that produce excellent results are Pledge furniture polish spray and Brasso in the liquid form.
First clean off with rubbing alcohol to remove any foreign material.
For a CD, always wipe in outward in strokes from center hole of CD to outer edge only.
Apply either product , spread it arround with your finger, and wipe with clean t shirt or rag.
First clean off with rubbing alcohol to remove any foreign material.
For a CD, always wipe in outward in strokes from center hole of CD to outer edge only.
Apply either product , spread it arround with your finger, and wipe with clean t shirt or rag.
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Originally Posted by alyle5864
What is the best thing to use on your vette if ya got some paint scratches or faded paint?????
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