Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome

mbnewby · Jan 18th, 2009, 06:39 PM

Used ScratchX 2.0 and this was the outcome

Used the product for swirl mark removal and this was the outcome....did i do something wrong.......

Tuck91 · Jan 18th, 2009, 06:48 PM

Did you use it by hand or machine?

Carfire · Jan 18th, 2009, 07:08 PM

I think you might not have worked it enough.

Ryan L. · Jan 18th, 2009, 07:13 PM

We need a little more information.

What did you use to work ScratchX into the paint?

What temperature was it outside?

How did you work it in?

Ryan

BlueZero · Jan 18th, 2009, 07:16 PM

Did you wash first? What type of applicator did you use?

asim_296 · Jan 18th, 2009, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryan L.

We need a little more information.

What did you use to work ScratchX into the paint?

What temperature was it outside?

How did you work it in?

Ryan

CAShine · Jan 18th, 2009, 10:18 PM

It looks like the product hasnt been worked in fully. You may have to do a few passes. And if you want to get rid of swirls then you should try SwirlX.

Mark Kleis · Jan 19th, 2009, 01:12 AM

Definitely looks like you worked by hand, and possibly in the sun if I had to guess?

It looks like there was too much pressure at just your finger tips, and that you were pressing hard as it came to a stop as you changed directions. You used straight motions mostly?

Kind of hard to see because the pictures are really tiny. Any chance you can get them a little bigger?

Just don't stress- there is a solution to this, we just need to figure out where things went wrong.

Mike Phillips · Jan 19th, 2009, 07:36 AM

Looks like it wasn't applied thoroughly or evenly. Also, ScratchX isn't the last step that determines the end result, after ScratchX cleans the paint you then apply a wax or paint sealant.

Just like you wouldn't normally compound a car and call it good, you don't use a paint cleaner and call it done.

Try this,

Reapply ScratchX using a clean, foam applicator pad. Use anywhere from a teaspoon to a tablespoon of product and work a section about a foot squared for about a minute and then wipe the product off.

Now move on to the next section and repeat this and be sure to overlap a little into the previous section so each square inch of paint gets thoroughly worked with the ScratchX. Again, after working each section, immediately wipe off the residue with a clean microfiber polishing cloth.

See this article,
Which products need to dry before removing?

After you finish whichever panel it is you're working on, apply a coat of your favorite wax or paint sealant. If it's a Meguiar's wax or paint sealant then you want to let it fully dry before wiping it off.

The Swipe Test

After it dries and you wipe off the excess residue, now your panel is cleaned and protected. Now inspect how the paint looks.

02zx9r · Jan 19th, 2009, 08:26 AM

Am I wrong in thinking that the old 1.0 scratch X is for hand use only, while the new 2.0 can be used with a PC as well as by hand?

I used the buy one get one free from another site on closeout of the old scratchX so I am hoping I can use that on a PC as well.

Jan 18th, 2009, 06:39 PM	#1
mbnewby Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: florida Posts: 13 Rep Power: 2	Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome Used ScratchX 2.0 and this was the outcome Used the product for swirl mark removal and this was the outcome....did i do something wrong.......

Jan 18th, 2009, 06:48 PM	#2
Tuck91 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Lenox, Illinois Posts: 5,470 Rep Power: 231	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome Did you use it by hand or machine?

Jan 18th, 2009, 07:08 PM	#3
Carfire Fire Dept. Detailer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ozaukee County ,Wisconsin Age: 17 Posts: 2,800 Rep Power: 31	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome I think you might not have worked it enough. __________________ Joel Rejuvenation Auto Detailing "Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Dirt Back!!!" '99 F-150 '02 Town and Country

Jan 18th, 2009, 07:13 PM	#4
Ryan L. Avatar Czar Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Diego, California Age: 18 Posts: 2,800 Rep Power: 36	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome We need a little more information. What did you use to work ScratchX into the paint? What temperature was it outside? How did you work it in? Ryan __________________ Attack life, it's going to kill you anyway. This is your life. Choose to live it to the fullest.

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BlueZero Avatar Czar Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Green Bay, WI Posts: 3,041 Rep Power: 36	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome Did you wash first? What type of applicator did you use? __________________ Scott Need an avatar?

Jan 18th, 2009, 10:18 PM	#7
CAShine Refined Detailing Join Date: Dec 2007 Age: 28 Posts: 394 Rep Power: 6	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome It looks like the product hasnt been worked in fully. You may have to do a few passes. And if you want to get rid of swirls then you should try SwirlX.

Jan 19th, 2009, 01:12 AM	#8
Mark Kleis Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: El Cajon, CA Posts: 3,187 Rep Power: 123	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome Definitely looks like you worked by hand, and possibly in the sun if I had to guess? It looks like there was too much pressure at just your finger tips, and that you were pressing hard as it came to a stop as you changed directions. You used straight motions mostly? Kind of hard to see because the pictures are really tiny. Any chance you can get them a little bigger? Just don't stress- there is a solution to this, we just need to figure out where things went wrong. __________________ I'm here to help: keep MOL family friendly, keep everything running smoothly, keep the forum organized, and above all...to keep everyone happy. PM or e-mail me should you feel there is something I can do to help deliver any of those things. -Mark Kleis, Lumadar@gmail.com Follow me at www.MarkKleis.com or my automotive journalism at LeftLaneNews.com My ride: 2006 Ford Focus ZX3, 5 Speed, Bright Red, Roush+SVT exterior conversion, Saleen suspension/lowering kit, OZ Racing 17s, Kumho Ecsta MX tires, Borla SS Exhaust, Custom Intake, Custom fiberglass doors, Suede Interior, Color Matched Red Ford ovals, Jl 1000/1, JL 450/4, (2) DIYMA 12s, Dayton/SEAS speakers/tweeters, Alpine IVA-W200 LCD, Alpine PXA-H701, Alpine TUA-T500HD

Jan 19th, 2009, 07:36 AM	#9
Mike Phillips Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Stuart, Florida Age: 48 Posts: 28,742 Rep Power: 544	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome Looks like it wasn't applied thoroughly or evenly. Also, ScratchX isn't the last step that determines the end result, after ScratchX cleans the paint you then apply a wax or paint sealant. Just like you wouldn't normally compound a car and call it good, you don't use a paint cleaner and call it done. Try this, Reapply ScratchX using a clean, foam applicator pad. Use anywhere from a teaspoon to a tablespoon of product and work a section about a foot squared for about a minute and then wipe the product off. Now move on to the next section and repeat this and be sure to overlap a little into the previous section so each square inch of paint gets thoroughly worked with the ScratchX. Again, after working each section, immediately wipe off the residue with a clean microfiber polishing cloth. See this article, Which products need to dry before removing? After you finish whichever panel it is you're working on, apply a coat of your favorite wax or paint sealant. If it's a Meguiar's wax or paint sealant then you want to let it fully dry before wiping it off. The Swipe Test After it dries and you wipe off the excess residue, now your panel is cleaned and protected. Now inspect how the paint looks. __________________ Mike Phillips Office: 800-869-3011 x206 Mike.Phillips@Autogeek.net "Find something you like and use it often"

Jan 19th, 2009, 08:26 AM	#10
02zx9r Forever Learning Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Newport, RI Age: 36 Posts: 427 Rep Power: 6	Re: Used Scratch X 2.0 and this was the outcome Am I wrong in thinking that the old 1.0 scratch X is for hand use only, while the new 2.0 can be used with a PC as well as by hand? I used the buy one get one free from another site on closeout of the old scratchX so I am hoping I can use that on a PC as well. __________________ 2008 Toyota Corolla 5-spd 2005 Honda CRF250R 2002 kawasaki Ninja ZX9R

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