GR8R1DE

Had to use some rubbing compound to get a tar like substance off my front bumper and now the paint in that area is slightly dull. What can i use to restore the shine? Read on other message boards to use a polish which contains abrasives, but not sure which one. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks
David

KneeDragr

A finishing polish should do the trick.

If you are getting your products over the counter try Meguiars Ultimate Polish. Then make sure to clean it before applying a wax or sealant because of the oils the polishes leave behind.

MThomas

It all depends on how harsh of rubbing compound you used. But, use a good wax over top of it. If you have a buffer that will help bring the shine back while using the wax.

ZRCLONE

Actually the rubbing compound is more abrasive. In essence you have sanded your paint. As long as you have not cut the clear coat, you can just polish the finish back by hand. Just use something like SwirlX and a coat of wax, you will be fine.

maxp

why don't you post this in the car care section - include a picture of the area in question.

Don-Vette

I agree

When I have a trouble area and have to use compound,I only use the white,followed by wax/cleaner then just wax and buff.

weathermaker

The best thing to use, to remove tar, is a wet drier sheet. It dissolves the tar and doesn't damage the paint.

o_town_racer

WD-40 works well too....just clean up and re-wax the section afterwards

Scruff Vette

DuPont "Finesse It" white fine polish applied with a white foam pad using a Portacable, or similar random orbital tool.

Zap City

Meguiars #205 with a dual action polisher should bring the shine back. It's a long shot that hand polishing will bring it back. If you don't have the tools, I would suggest stopping by a local detail shop in your area and ask about buffing up that particular spot. Best of luck to you!

LMBC6Brian2

Yeah you will need a machine to put the polish on correctly. And it will save you some arm pain and time.

GR8R1DE

thank you all for advice. i will try the hand polish/wax first and hopefully it will work. if not, will go to a shop.

peter pan

I also like 205 or Menzenra polish followed up with Wolfgang sealer

brandon1566

Menzerna ftw, Auto geek carries it.

Neil Baker

WOW! I'm 63 years old, been working on cars since I was 13, never heard about this, I'll try it next time I have tar.

weathermaker

You'll be amazed at the stuff you learn on CF.

3 Z06ZR1

3m rubbing 3m polish and soft microfibre towels!
By hand!
Start with a mix then move to straight polish compound.
Wax when you get the finish back.

LMBC6Brian2

Um no. machine polish like you should.

Thunder22

isopropyl alcohol is the best thing to use to get tar off of paint. then wax it.

eurostyle

Also, put two sheets in your trunk and you have an air freshener for cheap.