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nlmiller1

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I used TW Rubbing Compound & Heavy Duty Cleaner to rub out a few light scratches. It has left what appears to be a film in certain spots. I've tried using exterior detailing spray to wipe it out but it doesn't seem to be working. Anyone have any ideas on how I might be able to get rid of it?
 
One must be careful using rubbing compound by hand not to damage the finish.

So you already did it so let's try and fix it.
Now you need a polishing compound to remove the "haze"
Pour a little on an applicator pad and work it gently.
Use circular motion , make a few passes them wipe it off.
Do a little at a time until the haze is gone and the finish looks normal.
Hopefully you didn't go through the clear.





nlmiller1 said:
I used TW Rubbing Compound & Heavy Duty Cleaner to rub out a few light scratches. It has left what appears to be a film in certain spots. I've tried using exterior detailing spray to wipe it out but it doesn't seem to be working. Anyone have any ideas on how I might be able to get rid of it?
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Without seeing pictures, it seems like you have marred the clear. I would recommend you seeking a professional in your area with a dual action buffer to help you from here. Btw welcome to AG. Stay involved and you will find knowledge to maintain these things yourself.
 
Thanks. I think I'll give the polishing compound a try and see if that helps. If not, it will be body shop time : (
 
nlmiller1 said:
Thanks. I think I'll give the polishing compound a try and see if that helps. If not, it will be body shop time : (
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You'll be fine! The compound just left a haze behind. Use a good polish to take out the haze. If you do decide to seek a professional detailer, they could machine polish the haze out for you in 5-10 minutes.
 
nlmiller1 said:
Thanks. I think I'll give the polishing compound a try and see if that helps. If not, it will be body shop time : (
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Why body shop? Sounds like a pretty easy fix but going about it by hand, well there's the issue.
 
Thank you. That's reassuring.

Just02896 said:
You'll be fine! The compound just left a haze behind. Use a good polish to take out the haze. If you do decide to seek a professional detailer, they could machine polish the haze out for you in 5-10 minutes.
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nlmiller1 said:
Thank you. That's reassuring.
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Are you looking for a quick one time fix or are you interested in taking care of your paint to correct way? I would strongly recommend grabbing a porter cable DA kit with pads! You'll then have the tools you need to fix your boo-boo and many more to come.
 
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