Scratch-X on hard bags?
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Scratch-X on hard bags?
Folks - I have a scuff I'd like to try to buff out - but I dont want to wreck my bags.
I think paint is paint, whether on metal or plastic, but I thought I'd see if anyone has used this product on bags.... THANKS!
I think paint is paint, whether on metal or plastic, but I thought I'd see if anyone has used this product on bags.... THANKS!
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Yes! And it works well.
I also use Meguiar's "Ultimate Compound", "Ultimate Polish" and "Ultimate Wax".
A general rule of thumb is to use the least aggressive product that will give the desired result. I always use the polish first. If that's not enough then the compound, followed by the polish before applying the wax.
On the scale of aggressiveness, the Scratch X is about the same as the Ultimate Compound.
I also use Meguiar's "Ultimate Compound", "Ultimate Polish" and "Ultimate Wax".
A general rule of thumb is to use the least aggressive product that will give the desired result. I always use the polish first. If that's not enough then the compound, followed by the polish before applying the wax.
On the scale of aggressiveness, the Scratch X is about the same as the Ultimate Compound.
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I love Meguires products but I have found this to be the best at what your looking to do. Great at getting rid of scratches or polishing the whole bike for that matter.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...glW09H4DJWX7bl
You can buy it allot cheaper on Amazon
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...glW09H4DJWX7bl
You can buy it allot cheaper on Amazon
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Keith, Meguiars works excellent for what you're up against ... It takes a bit of Elbow Grease ( not on the bags,of course ) to work it out and then a bit of polish, followed by a coat of good wax. Remember that the wax provides a layer of protection while also filling any minimal surface scratches.
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Ditto on what has already been said. Also, there is an older version of scratch-x and a newer version. The older version is a little more aggressive, and Imo, works better. The newer version will work, but requires more time/pressure to achieve the same results. Scratch doctor in the orange bottle works good too, but is even less aggressive than the new version of scratch-x. Work the scratches out under some good fluorescent lights as they help the scratches to stand out a little better. Good luck!
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Scratch X worked well for me on a VROD I picked up with lots of swirls. Didn't happend the first time out, but over several efforts it looked much better. Also a believer in Meguires products but I already had a bunch of Scratch X. Followup with a polish and wax and you should be good to go.