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  • Question
    What is a good quality rubbing compound for scratches?
    Community Answer
    Meguiar’s Ultimate Compound -- this is the best on the market.
  • Question
    How can I remove scratches from a car bumper?
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    Community Answer
    As bumpers are fiber you can't repair them much, but if the scratch is minor you can try the above method and see.
  • Question
    I have been using T-Cut, but it seems to leave a faded area around it. What should I do?
    Community Answer
    The best one to use is Meguiar’s Ultimate Compound -- try switching to that.
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    If you do this, will you have to keep applying the polish and wax every so often, or is the shine permanent?
    Community Answer
    You will likely need to reapply the wax after every few car washes, but it is optional. To maintain a super shiny car, wax after every car wash.
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    Is Formula 1 also a good car polish to get scratches out?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it's a good polish to get scratches out, but make sure you use it after washing your car.
  • Question
    Should I immediately remove scratches from my vehicle or can I wait a while before fixing the scratches?
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    If the scratch reaches bare metal, you have to fix it ASAP, because the metal will later develop rust as it's exposed to air. Otherwise it would most likely be fine to fix it later.
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    Should I just wet and dry if I need to sand off my rear bumper and redo the clear coat?
    Community Answer
    It would probably scratch the primer. I would recommend doing the affected area over with primer, paint and CC.
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    If I apply rubbing compound by hand, can I apply on the full car all at once?
    Community Answer
    Yes you can. But it will be very exhausting. I would recommend buying a Griot's Garage 6 inch orbital polisher to save you time and muscle.
  • Question
    What's the best product to use to buff out a scratch from a vehicle?
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    For mild to moderate scratches, use M300 or M205. For moderate to severe scratches, use M105 followed up with M205. I would recommend a orbital or DA polisher, they are much easier and faster to use.
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