without photos it's really hard to comprehend the extent/severity of this issue, post pix.
just look at the help a photo thread received...
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f381...tch-37735.html
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Originally Posted by marchesi
...I looked at past posts and there little information on how to remove a shallow scratch from an airstream...
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really?
aren't these posts n threads useful?
http://www.airforums.com/forums/199387-post3.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f381...hes-37325.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f474...oat-43110.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f441...ari-43845.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/504360-post11.html
that should be adequate but there are dozens more.
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Originally Posted by marchesi
... I imagine the plastic widow is destined to live with a scratch...
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again withOUT pix it's all speculatin' but generally scratches in the rock guards can be buffed out, with the best results...
start with something simple like meg's plastix cleaner/polish, or novus plastic polish.
there are now KITS for headlight scratch removal that are VERY effective.
polish, several grades of abrasive and instructions on wet sanding are included.
google it.
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Originally Posted by marchesi
...what about the aluminum side? Isn't there a remedy?
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depend on IF the scratch is THROUGH the clear coat OR INDENTED the skin.
technically scratches are not 'removed'.
-the edges can be smooth/rounded, polished down which make the scratch LESS visible.
-the divot can be FILLED with clearcoat, or other clear stuff that hardens, then polished smooth.
-oils/waxes and FILLERS can be applied that will temporarily improve the appearance, but will need reapplication.
-or one may COVER IT with a decal, vinyl graphic or some other appliqué ...
the process of
improving minor scratches is no different than on auto paint, and directly related to the time, effort and skill of fixer...
IF into the metal the best fixes are major actions like skin replacement,
and simple fix options are fewer, the results LESS good and the technical skill all the more important...
cheers
2air'