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Default Removing fine clearcoat scratches. Help.
Have vivid black 13' Wide Glide, local dealer used dirty rag or something...lots of clearcoat scratches, plus swirls,etc...all the good stuff. What's best way to remove it? Im in Central NJ.
Detailing or auto body shop? Any recommendations? Blaze the trails.
 
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Use a cleaner wax - carefully. Any auto parts store will have a wide selection. DO NOT USE RUBBING COMPOUND!!!!!!!! That's way too aggressive and will take off more paint than needed.
 
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Thanks. I ran out and bought some Mothers' Reflections-
I'll use it today...
 
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