How would you removed this Scuff/Scrap?

jumpthewire · 11-03-2010, 05:40 PM

So I got my car back from the shop but noticed they left a nice "scuff mark" on the roof. (Thanks!)

It appears to be a black rubber residue possible from a tool handle?
You can feel it with your nail. I tried Quick detail spray which didn't do to much to it.

I'm pretty confident it's just on the surface and not through the clear coat.

Any recommendations?

Thanks!

thekurgan · 11-03-2010, 05:51 PM

Meguiars 105 on a porter cable, followed by Megs 205 might do the trick, if the scratch isn't too deep. If you run your fingernail across it, can you feel the depth? If it is too deep, then wet sanding will be required, it can be done though, I don't see any scratch below the clear.

RBull · 11-03-2010, 05:55 PM

Pretty simple since it's not a scratch. Just get some clay and lube. Flatten out the clay, lube the spot and rub gently, refolding the clay periodically.

jumpthewire · 11-03-2010, 05:55 PM

When you run your nail over it it feels like a texture on the clear coat (if that makes sense) Doesn't feel like a "scratch" but something on top. BUT it won't scratch off with my nail.

I actually don't own a porter (yet). Do you think a clay bar would be a good solution?

Trying to use the least invasive methods first

thekurgan · 11-03-2010, 06:07 PM

BMW paint is so soft, I'd be surprised if there isn't some type of scratch under whatever residue is there. If clay doesn't work, a chemical cleaner like the meguiar's paint scrub might remove the residue.

jumpthewire · 11-03-2010, 06:21 PM

thanks. will give it a go!
gotta love people's carelessness.

jdl1pt · 11-04-2010, 01:17 AM

clay it and see what lies below. I used the Mag scratch remover 2.0 (tried MANY products) with a PC and orange pad when doing a lengthy detail this summer and it worked the best. Might give that a go if you have a light surface scratch after removing the mark.

Hawkeye · 11-04-2010, 08:39 AM

Personally I'd take it back and have them remove it.

johanness · 11-04-2010, 09:33 AM

^^^Absolutely

imz4n · 11-04-2010, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jumpthewire

When you run your nail over it it feels like a texture on the clear coat (if that makes sense) Doesn't feel like a "scratch" but something on top. BUT it won't scratch off with my nail.

I actually don't own a porter (yet). Do you think a clay bar would be a good solution?

Trying to use the least invasive methods first

If you had the time, Thursday night open garage, Last one of the year.

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums...ad.php?t=38845

jdl1pt · 11-04-2010, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Hawkeye

Personally I'd take it back and have them remove it.

thought about that, but who knows what/how they would go about removing and "fixing." Might call and report the the dealer and doccument with pictures, then pull of the surface contaminant and see what you have.

I'm fine with having the dealer do mechanical work, but I'd rather keep care of the paint in my own hands.

dekaliber · 11-04-2010, 10:52 AM

Meguiar's Scratch-X (or any sort of medium cut compound) with just a hand applicator may also work. A PC is not always necessary.

jumpthewire · 11-04-2010, 12:28 PM

I would take it back but honestly its going to be more trouble than its worth since i would have drive 1hr+ in LA traffic and take off work. I'm certainly going to mention it to the manager though.

I'll try to clay it this weekend. Will the clay remove any wax?
If that doesn't do the trick i'll try Scratch-X

jumpthewire · 11-04-2010, 12:29 PM

man. wish i could make it to this. unfortunately can not.

Quote:

Originally Posted by imz4n

If you had the time, Thursday night open garage, Last one of the year.

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums...ad.php?t=38845

jumpthewire · 11-04-2010, 12:30 PM

+1. This week i've re-learned the lesson if you want something done RIGHT, do it yourself.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdl1pt

thought about that, but who knows what/how they would go about removing and "fixing." Might call and report the the dealer and doccument with pictures, then pull of the surface contaminant and see what you have.

I'm fine with having the dealer do mechanical work, but I'd rather keep care of the paint in my own hands.

thekurgan · 11-04-2010, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jumpthewire

I'll try to clay it this weekend. Will the clay remove any wax?
If that doesn't do the trick i'll try Scratch-X

Absolutely, it is an abrasive. Get some of the fine clay and you may not even need to do any post polishing. You will and should, clay the entire hood or you'll have some unevenness when viewed in the sunlight.

jumpthewire · 11-04-2010, 01:26 PM

cool. thanks for the tips.
i know what i'm doing this weekend!

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RBull Captain 12 Rep 725 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Nova Scotia iTrader: (0)	Pretty simple since it's not a scratch. Just get some clay and lube. Flatten out the clay, lube the spot and rub gently, refolding the clay periodically.
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jumpthewire First Lieutenant 26 Rep 316 Posts Drives: 2007 silver/grey Z4 3.0si Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	When you run your nail over it it feels like a texture on the clear coat (if that makes sense) Doesn't feel like a "scratch" but something on top. BUT it won't scratch off with my nail. I actually don't own a porter (yet). Do you think a clay bar would be a good solution? Trying to use the least invasive methods first
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thekurgan Bad Lieutenant 232 Rep 3,517 Posts Drives: E90M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00]	BMW paint is so soft, I'd be surprised if there isn't some type of scratch under whatever residue is there. If clay doesn't work, a chemical cleaner like the meguiar's paint scrub might remove the residue. __________________ 02 E39M5 \| TiAg/Schwartz \| Tubi Rumore \| Ultimate Ti Pedals \| E60 SSK \| Jim Blanton 3.45 40/100% \| Coby Alcantara \| StrongStrut STB
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jumpthewire First Lieutenant 26 Rep 316 Posts Drives: 2007 silver/grey Z4 3.0si Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	thanks. will give it a go! gotta love people's carelessness.
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jdl1pt Lieutenant 21 Rep 494 Posts Drives: Z4M coupe 2007 IL Blue Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oakland, CA iTrader: (5)	clay it and see what lies below. I used the Mag scratch remover 2.0 (tried MANY products) with a PC and orange pad when doing a lengthy detail this summer and it worked the best. Might give that a go if you have a light surface scratch after removing the mark.
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jumpthewire First Lieutenant 26 Rep 316 Posts Drives: 2007 silver/grey Z4 3.0si Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	I would take it back but honestly its going to be more trouble than its worth since i would have drive 1hr+ in LA traffic and take off work. I'm certainly going to mention it to the manager though. I'll try to clay it this weekend. Will the clay remove any wax? If that doesn't do the trick i'll try Scratch-X
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jumpthewire First Lieutenant 26 Rep 316 Posts Drives: 2007 silver/grey Z4 3.0si Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	cool. thanks for the tips. i know what i'm doing this weekend!
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