Removing Scratches under door handles

[PriusPrime]

I have some moderate fingernail scratches in the recess under the door handles.
Was thinking of using Meguiars Ultimate Compound.
Do I need to buy the expensive foam finger pockets or can a just a MF cloth?
Are finger pockets useful for anything else?

Thanks for any advice.

 

[PaulMys]

I have some moderate fingernail scratches in the recess under the door handles.
Was thinking of using Meguiars Ultimate Compound.
Do I need to buy the expensive foam finger pockets or can a just a MF cloth?
Are finger pockets useful for anything else?

Thanks for any advice.

I would start with something way less aggressive than a compound.

Foam or MF, you can burn right through the clear coat in a hot minute using too much pressure by hand (fingers) in one area.

 

[FUNX650]

•Use Meguiar’s ScratchX with
a foam applicator pad. [Note: it
may take more than one application.]

*Be sure to always follow up
with your choice of an LSP.


Bob

 

[Bill D]

Once you reach some degree of success removing the scratches, I would consider putting some PPF in the door cups to prevent more scratches. I have it on my door cups and never have to worry.

 

[57Rambler]

•Use Meguiar’s ScratchX with
a foam applicator pad. [Note: it
may take more than one application.]

*Be sure to always follow up
with your choice of an LSP.


Bob

:iagree: Beat me to the punch ... Scratch X is good stuff ! rops:


Meguiar's SCRATCH X 2.0 Fine Scratch & Swirl Remover is a rubbing compound that can be applied by hand. Meguiars ScratchX polishes away fine paint

 

[PriusPrime]

•Use Meguiar’s ScratchX with
a foam applicator pad. [Note: it
may take more than one application.]

*Be sure to always follow up
with your choice of an LSP.


Bob

Can u recommend a foam applicator pad?

Thanks

 

[dcjredline]

I just use a MF and usually a polish will do it

 

[The Guz]

I have some moderate fingernail scratches in the recess under the door handles.
Was thinking of using Meguiars Ultimate Compound.
Do I need to buy the expensive foam finger pockets or can a just a MF cloth?
Are finger pockets useful for anything else?

Thanks for any advice.

You can use a regular yellow foam applicator. You may only need a polish but it is going to depend on how deep those scratches are. You can also use a microfiber towel.

 

[FUNX650]

Can u recommend a foam applicator pad?

Thanks

Sure can.

I use the below yellow polyfoam applicator
pads for many detailing tasks, including the
removal of scratches under door handles.
6 Pack Pinnacle Foam Wax Applicators

For an even better value/buy, I go this route:
Pinnacle Foam Wax Applicators in BULK


Bob

 

[PriusPrime]

Thanks for the great help!
I play guitar so my fingernails are a little long.
Didn't realize they were causing this damage.
Will have to be more careful when opening the doors.

 

[Bill D]

You are a good candidate for having PPF on your door handles and in your door cups.

 

[FUNX650]

I play guitar so my fingernails are a little long.
Didn't realize they were causing this damage.
Will have to be more careful when opening the doors.

Splurge for a pair of “The North Face”
(TNF) Apex gloves.

•They provide excellent grip.
-Meaning, among other things:
I don’t foresee any issues arising when
you’re ‘handling’ your Prius’ SKS sensors.

Just a suggestion.


Bob

 

[Farmallluvr]

might be good place to put a Paint Protection Film as well seeing it's something that can re-occur frequently

 

[Sharply Dressed]

A good polish. I’ve used Megs White Wax, and AIOs with a small section from an orange pad

 

[tcope]

Just FYI, Scratch X is just under Ultimate Compound in aggressiveness.

 

[57Rambler]

I play guitar so my fingernails are a little long. Didn't realize they were causing this damage. Will have to be more careful when opening the doors.

Just make sure to open the door with your fret hand.

Just FYI, Scratch X is just under Ultimate Compound in aggressiveness.

True, on the polish comparison chart (from Autopia), Scratch X ranks as a 6 for aggressiveness, Ultimate Compound an 8.

 

[RMarkJr]

I have great luck with using a terry cloth with Meguairs M105 (which is easy to get under the door handle) or I have also cut an orange cutting pad and used Meguiars M105 as well. Just rub it for a few moments and the scratches are gone.