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A Fast Sloth



Member Since: 10 Jul 2014
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Scratched Drivers Side Glass

Hi all,

I noticed today that I have a light but long scratch down my drivers side window.

I'm suspecting that it was caused by a little bit of grit when I opened my window. It's either that or it's been there for a while and I've just not noticed it as it's really light.

I realise repairing scratches isnt easy. I also don't want to replace the glass for such a slight scratch (well there's 2 actually), as it's not noticeable to other people, but I know it's there!

As a result, I've just purchased one of these glass polishing kits.

http://www.glasspolishshop.com/glass_repai...ir_trizact

It'll arrive sometime next week hopefully, and when I get a chance to try and remove the scratch, I'll be sure to put my honest opinion up here should anyone else have the same issue.

Thanks
A Fast Sloth

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littletriple



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I'll be interested in how you get on

Post #229324 19th Jul 2014 7:08 am
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SYFL2



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Interesting please let us know how it goes.

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A Fast Sloth



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Hi all,

The kit should be delivered sometime next week. It's a time consuming procedure, so hopefully the gear comes before the weekend so I can work on it then as I'll not be able to work on it for two weeks after, however as soon as I do. I'll also make sure to catch photos.

I'll keep updating with all progress.

Post #229343 19th Jul 2014 11:00 am
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piattj



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I'd be v cautious with the polishing... there's the risk you'll make things worse, rather than better...but let us know the results... pics!!! ...

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Post #229344 19th Jul 2014 12:06 pm
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A Fast Sloth



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You're right and thanks! I'm going to be very careful. Although I've ordered the kit with abrasives, I don't think I'm not going to be needing them. I'm planning on only using the soft pad Rayon pad's and compound rather than the abrasive pads.

Post #229353 19th Jul 2014 1:39 pm
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Walkerdel



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It can be done. I saw a scratch very successfully removed from the inside of a windscreen some years ago where a diamond ring had scratched the screen while wiping off condensation.

They used Jeweller's rouge and cotton pads. It took a long time....but then again, it was the bosses car! Rolling with laughter 2012 SD4 XS Santorini Black

Post #229357 19th Jul 2014 2:17 pm
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ccsnet



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You have to be even when polishing as the heat and pressure could crack it.

If it is deep you want a proper dual action polisher - http://www.elitecarcare.co.uk/polishing-ma...idmekaodu7

Also if you have tinting it may be an issue.

T Terran



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Post #229365 19th Jul 2014 4:56 pm
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