scratch x and machine polishing

bunglebear32 · 18-08-2007, 11:08

can you use scratch x with a machine polisher or just by hand?

ChrisRs · 18-08-2007, 11:10

I used it by hand but it would be quicker and less sweaty with a machine. Its very good stuff

Groundzer0 · 18-08-2007, 12:26

Just take it easy and don't burn through and you should be OK.

Wardy · 18-08-2007, 12:36

Its possible, but I would advise caution, even with a random orbital such as the PorterCable. It's a fairly agressive compound, and when you combine it with a machine spinning at a fair few RPM, it could prove an issue with your clearcoat

I'd much rather use something like Mezerna's Intensive Polish, for heavier correction. Polished Bliss stock it.

If you want a definite answer, give Meguiars UK a ring. They're a helpful bunch

Steve

Irf · 18-08-2007, 13:04

I used Meguiars Scratch X with a 4" cutting pad on a Porter Cable. Did the whole car but kept the speed at the slowest and didn't press too hard. Used about 3-4 passes and found that removed all the swirls and marring I had on the paint. Scratch X didn't seem to dull the paint as much as other cutting compounds either, as I went over the car with Autoglym Ultra Deep Shine and it didn't make that much difference.

As said above, be very careful with using it as with a 4" pad it needed hardly any effort at all to remove any marks on the paint. If the defects aren't that bad it may be safer using a 6" cutting pad instead.

Tip: Before you do anything to the car, make sure the paint is prepared properly. May be worth washing the car with Fairy Shampoo to remove any old wax etc, then use a clay bar with lots of lubricant.

Pics here:

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/styli...d-furby/80069/

bunglebear32 · 18-08-2007, 13:28

hmmm

thing is, im not using a pc, ive got a random orbital sander which powers at 5000rpm min. i usually use AG SRP which doesnt touch swirl marks hence why i bought scratch x.

18-08-2007, 11:08	#1
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18-08-2007, 11:10	#2
ChrisRs Skonda Fabic Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,979 Thanks: 17 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	Re: scratch x and machine polishing I used it by hand but it would be quicker and less sweaty with a machine. Its very good stuff

18-08-2007, 12:26	#3
Groundzer0 Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hemsworth, Pontefract, West Yorks Posts: 171 Thanks: 3 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	Re: scratch x and machine polishing Just take it easy and don't burn through and you should be OK. __________________ Black Mk1 Octavia vRS Black is the new...........Er!!!

18-08-2007, 12:36	#4
Wardy 200/370 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,019 Thanks: 402 Thanked 299 Times in 287 Posts	Re: scratch x and machine polishing Its possible, but I would advise caution, even with a random orbital such as the PorterCable. It's a fairly agressive compound, and when you combine it with a machine spinning at a fair few RPM, it could prove an issue with your clearcoat I'd much rather use something like Mezerna's Intensive Polish, for heavier correction. Polished Bliss stock it. If you want a definite answer, give Meguiars UK a ring. They're a helpful bunch Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

18-08-2007, 13:04	#5
Irf Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 664 Thanks: 137 Thanked 23 Times in 19 Posts	Re: scratch x and machine polishing I used Meguiars Scratch X with a 4" cutting pad on a Porter Cable. Did the whole car but kept the speed at the slowest and didn't press too hard. Used about 3-4 passes and found that removed all the swirls and marring I had on the paint. Scratch X didn't seem to dull the paint as much as other cutting compounds either, as I went over the car with Autoglym Ultra Deep Shine and it didn't make that much difference. As said above, be very careful with using it as with a 4" pad it needed hardly any effort at all to remove any marks on the paint. If the defects aren't that bad it may be safer using a 6" cutting pad instead. Tip: Before you do anything to the car, make sure the paint is prepared properly. May be worth washing the car with Fairy Shampoo to remove any old wax etc, then use a clay bar with lots of lubricant. Pics here: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/styli...d-furby/80069/ __________________ FURBY VRS: cruise, xenons, ESP, heated seats, Revo, Eibachs, Koni FSDs, PD160 pipe, Jabba rear arb, Allard EGR pipe, EGR totally removed, Powertec induction kit, Milltek full system, Garrett GT17, Forge FMIC, 17" Octy wheels, debadged, side strips removed, Seat Cupra splitter... ICE: Alpine 9835, Alpine changer, Alpine X-Type sub, Alpine MRDM1000 & MRFV340 amps, Alpine Remote Amp Controller, Boston Acoustics Pro60.... NEXT: brakes, engine mount, re-remap & clutch

18-08-2007, 13:28	#6
bunglebear32 Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Location: oxford Posts: 165 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: scratch x and machine polishing hmmm thing is, im not using a pc, ive got a random orbital sander which powers at 5000rpm min. i usually use AG SRP which doesnt touch swirl marks hence why i bought scratch x. __________________ Always a pleasure, never a chore.

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