LesPaulULTRA Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 My brother-in-law wants to clean up the scratches in the clearcoat of his Lucille (mostly on the back). Can you use those clearcoat scratch removers that are used on cars, or do you just buff them out? Or is buffing going to make it worse? Any experiences are appreciated. Thanks, Sid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peeper Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 Buff the wood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcwillow777 Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 I use Meguiar's Scratch X. It works pretty good. I have been able to take out the majority of scratches on guitars with it. I don't think I have ever gotten 100% of the scratches out, but they definitely look a whole lot better than when I started. I just use a cloth diaper to rub it in with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deflepfan Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 My brother-in-law wants to clean up the scratches in the clearcoat of his Lucille (mostly on the back). Can you use those clearcoat scratch removers that are used on cars' date=' or do you just buff them out? Or is buffing going to make it worse? Any experiences are appreciated. Thanks, Sid[/color'] An automotive swirl remover or scratch remover is exactly the product. If the 'scratches' are fine, try the swirl remover, first. Use the product according to the package directions. You can use an electric buffer, but I highly recommend you get a new pad just for the guitar (lamb's wool is great!). Buffing it will get the shine back!! Sheila Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
animalfarm Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 Have to agree with JC and Deflepfan - you can either hand-buff (I used soft cotton t-shirts) OR use a round Foam Pad that goes into a drill (2 pads, one for each different grade of buffing compound). Pix to follow in post... Downside is that a BLACK guitar is notorious for showing scratches! But, here's what I've used many times, both by hand and with foam pads. Can be purchased at local Auto parts store. Ultimate Compound for first passes (deeper scratches), followed by Swirl Remover (second passes/FINER GRIT) for finer scratches, then guitar polish... RESULTS: GOOD LUCK, Young SkyWalker..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 I have used Scratch X successfully in the past, but then I read that there is Silicone in Scratch X so I have discontinued using it on any of my current guitars. Granted, there is some debate as to whether there really is Silicone in the product, so use it at your own risk. Silicone is nasty stuff that can migrate from your guitar to your hands and onto any other guitars your playing. It makes any potential refinish of the guitar in the future very difficult as well. If you don't ever plan on refinishing your guitar, it likely wont matter much I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plymouth581281734240 Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 I use this: http://store.daddario.com/category/153289/Restore_-_Deep_Cleaning_Cream_Polish It's safe for guitar surfaces and only costs a couple bucks. I had a couple scratches on my Dean Leslie West Soltero and this made them less visible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EPIDEN Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 Is Swirl X new? I haven't shopped for a while. I have had the Scratch X for a few years after buffing out a Martin D-15S, but I presume the swirl X is a less abrasive version (notht at scratch X was at all abrasive)? Or is this the same product relabeled/updated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlagJones Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 I have used Scratch X successfully in the past' date=' but then I read that there is Silicone in Scratch X so I have discontinued using it on any of my current guitars. Granted, there is some debate as to whether there really is Silicone in the product, so use it at your own risk. Silicone is nasty stuff that can migrate from your guitar to your hands and onto any other guitars your playing. It makes any potential refinish of the guitar in the future very difficult as well. If you don't ever plan on refinishing your guitar, it likely wont matter much I guess. [/quote'] What exactly does silicone do to make refinishing difficult??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 What exactly does silicone do to make refinishing difficult??? You can't clean it off easily and it won't let new finishes apply properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 What exactly does silicone do to make refinishing difficult??? This is more of an issue with nitro finished guitars. Small, spot repairs can easily (and are often) be made on nitro, and silicon could prevent the new finish to melting or adhering with the surrounding old finish if it's not completely removed. there's also some concern that silicon could damage nitro over time. It's true that silicon could make refinishing a poly guitar more difficult, but spot repairs are less common and less successful. If the refinisher takes the time to properly prepare the surface, it shouldn't be a problem, though. Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 Thanks Red.... I knew someone could explain it better than me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elixxrx66 Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 I just recently ordered and got that Guitar Scratch Remover that's advertised online to try and get out some scratches on my Dot. From my experience with it I didn't think it was a "miracle" fix. I got just about as good of results using NuFinish car scratch remover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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