How to remove a tank scratch
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How to remove a tank scratch
Not sure if this is the right section for this...apols for mis-posting if I messed up!
So, came out to my bike this afternoon after work to find a large-ish semi-circular scratch across the right side of the fuel tank, right about where my inner thigh would go. Wasn't there when I parked it...sigh.
I don't think the scratch goes down to the metal.
Does anyone have any hints or suggestions as to how it could be removed? Panel beater? Buffer? Rub it vigorously with a brushtail possum?
So, came out to my bike this afternoon after work to find a large-ish semi-circular scratch across the right side of the fuel tank, right about where my inner thigh would go. Wasn't there when I parked it...sigh.
I don't think the scratch goes down to the metal.
Does anyone have any hints or suggestions as to how it could be removed? Panel beater? Buffer? Rub it vigorously with a brushtail possum?
snitter- Posts : 27
Join date : 2013-12-19
Re: How to remove a tank scratch
Cutting compound and then a lighter compound then a polish but not much good if its too deep .Suzuki paint is soft and bugger all clear coat .
gus- Posts : 6176
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
I'm with Gus but use the lightest cutting cream you can get. Suzuki just waved the spray gun near my bike. Not even sure they know what a clear coat is.
Good luck.
Good luck.
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
Thanks all for the suggestions. I'll try the cutting compound and let you know how it went.
snitter- Posts : 27
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
I use a product by 3m called pad glaze or something like that. Its mainly for use with a machine polisher, mainly used for taking out light scratches and swirl marks that you get from cutting compound. I'd try something like that first. Cutters can be a little drastic especially on really thin paint, the last thing you want to do is rub away the clear coat
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madmax- Posts : 4305
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
If your in western Sydney or near by I could take a look, I am a spraypainter 30+ years, If not go very easy with any machine polishing, I've seen plenty of people make a mess of paintwork without the skills needed.
Another alternative is take it to a spraypainter near you and get them to have a go getting it out, I couldn't imagine they'd charge you too much for that.
Paul
Another alternative is take it to a spraypainter near you and get them to have a go getting it out, I couldn't imagine they'd charge you too much for that.
Paul
Paul 1250- Posts : 39
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Age : 57
Location : Western Sydney
Re: How to remove a tank scratch
Thanks for the offer, Paul! I'm in Yass, so might talk to my mechanic about who he might recommend.
snitter- Posts : 27
Join date : 2013-12-19
Re: How to remove a tank scratch
So my mechanic had a look and he recommended Meguiars X 2.0 (it's not a cutting compound, something much finer).
Worked a treat! Although it took some elbow grease.
http://www.meguiars.com.au/products/car-care/paint-care/surface-prep/scratch-x-2-0/
Sorry for the ad, but I can thoroughly recommend this stuff!
Worked a treat! Although it took some elbow grease.
http://www.meguiars.com.au/products/car-care/paint-care/surface-prep/scratch-x-2-0/
Sorry for the ad, but I can thoroughly recommend this stuff!
snitter- Posts : 27
Join date : 2013-12-19
Re: How to remove a tank scratch
Sounds simple enough to use.
How much $$ for the bottle?
How much $$ for the bottle?
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
Snap! Forgot to mention.
$22 from Autopro Yass for a 200mL bottle. You use it very sparingly, so that bottle should last a loooooong time.
$22 from Autopro Yass for a 200mL bottle. You use it very sparingly, so that bottle should last a loooooong time.
snitter- Posts : 27
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
snitter wrote:Snap! Forgot to mention.
$22 from Autopro Yass for a 200mL bottle. You use it very sparingly, so that bottle should last a loooooong time.
..or 15.90 from Supercrap online http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/products/Meguiar-s-Scratch-X-207ml.aspx?pid=13201#Cross
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
Re-Cycled wrote:snitter wrote:Snap! Forgot to mention.
$22 from Autopro Yass for a 200mL bottle. You use it very sparingly, so that bottle should last a loooooong time.
..or 15.90 from Supercrap online http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/products/Meguiar-s-Scratch-X-207ml.aspx?pid=13201#Cross
Good find Peter. Thanks guys.
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Re: How to remove a tank scratch
I think there's a 20% sale on everything in all their stores this weekend.
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