How to fix some scratches from my clear coat? pencil touch up?

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I have some scratches in my clear coat (have not reach the actual paint). Just wondering how to take them out. Anyone tried these touch up pencils. I have used some special polishing compound (don't remember the name) that has helped a lot (borrowed from auto body shop). Also, used 2000 grit sand paper and then some 2001 turtle wax. Doing all this was improved most of the spots by 80%. But I still have a few bad spots and I don't want to over do it with sand paper. So, I was just wondering if anyone has tried these pencils or any other fix it kits they sell at the automotive store. Do any of the really work? I imagine half the battle it skill and good technique? Thanks

Pahsons - Somnolent · Accepted Answer

Falling asleep through lbbs's post...Rubbing compound.It will take finish off as well, but it will get rid of the scratches, if that makes sense to you

John D. · Answer

I would look for a repair product that actually IS clearcoat...that should fill in the scratches and then you can buff it if necessary.

Call/visit a nearby body shop to ask for recommendations...if those body/paint guys don't know, who does?

John D.

ma_twain · Answer

The last thing I would want to do is to REMOVE some or all of the clear coat to get rid of the scratches.  I would look for a process that fills in the scratches. I have not found any other than reapplying the clear coat. They have colored touch up paint, so I don't see why you can buy a tube of touch up clear coat. But it is your car so you can do what you want.lbbs wrote:

GMdude · Answer

3M scratch and swirl mark remover. Available at most auto part stores.GMdudeP.S. You must re-apply wax after using this stuff, but it works great. Don'tdo it in dirrect sunlight!

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