powbmps Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 Like a dumbass I left my gas cap off and drove like that for a couple of hours on the highway. Of course the cap is tethered so I didn't lose it, but my paint was scuffed up pretty good. I circled the area in this photo. I tried a little 3M swirl remover and some wax on top of it. Does anyone have any advice on how to fix it? Thanks alot, Chris S. (I never got a CEL without the cap on.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meier motor sports Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 looks like it should buff out. but im no detailing expert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepdxgtwgn Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 try some rubbing compound that is made for clear coat paint. Then wax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 [img]http://www.griotsgarage.com/images/products/lg/11165_LG.jpg[/img] [url]http://www.griotsgarage.com/search.jsp?searchtext=fine+hand+polish[/url] :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobert486 Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 GS27 then a couple coats of wax will do just fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 That's not a scratch, those are just plastic rub marks. They'll come right out. I would try bug and tar remover if you have it or just wax and rub it in good. I have some 3M superfine rubbing compound I've used before with good results. Be careful with rubbing compound though or you'll end up with a dull spot if you use the wrong product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted August 1, 2004 Author Share Posted August 1, 2004 Thanks for the suggestions. I just can't believe I didn't see the gas cap flapping around back there. Oh well, the first scratch is always the toughest one. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 I'll take a scratch like that any day. At least you don't need a body shop to fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 At the end of the day a scratch like that is just a PITA because u know its there and how u got it. Just try a few products, see how you go. Even some colour wax from turtle wax may work. Only other suggestion if nothing works is go to a body repairer and see if they have any ideas, but Im sure any idea they have is going to hit the BLING BLING department! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted August 1, 2004 Author Share Posted August 1, 2004 agctr, That's exactly right. It's the fact that I did it myself. I don't think that anyone else would even notice it. My wife thinks I'm being rediculous, but that's normal when it comes to cars :lol: . Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Yeah I know it TOTALLY sucks Chris, dont worry in one way shape or form, we all have done something like that, so we know how u feel. And girls mate, let me tell you, if its a thread on their skirt they notice it, oooh cant go anywhere till I fix that she says, hmmm and they wonder where WE get it from LOL.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deepershadeofp Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 stick one of those big fake aluminum gas cap stickers over it and leave it be. really, just kidding...compound, wax, and a little elbow grease will fix it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Th3Franz Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 [quote name='deepershadeofp']stick one of those big fake aluminum gas cap stickers over it and leave it be.[/quote] Maybe it could read, "<93 (octane), no admittance" -Franz The end of a Legacy http://www.youtube.com/th3franz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 [quote name='Th3Franz'][quote name='deepershadeofp']stick one of those big fake aluminum gas cap stickers over it and leave it be.[/quote] Maybe it could read, "<93 (octane), no admittance"[/quote] How about..."Replace Gas Cap When Done Filling". Sorry...couldn't resist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Xu Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 I am sure it will come off, At least most of it till it wouldn't be noticeable. We understand how it feels particularly when something that is avoidable. I remember once I filled up at a "full service" gas station, the service guy used the tip of the nozzle to close the fuel door after filling up (I noticed a long stratch only latter). Now I always fill up myself. In your case [b]you may consider the other way around[/b] :lol: :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest *Jedimaster* Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 That (really will) buff right out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted August 1, 2004 Author Share Posted August 1, 2004 The last time I went full serve (not by choice) I asked for 93 and got 87. My modified WRX didn't like that too much. Thanks again for all of the suggestions. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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