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Removing Cat Scratches

  • 01-05-2010 06:02PM
    #1
    macroman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 980 ✭✭✭


    Just got myself a new (to me) car, and the neighbours cat has ruined the paintwork on the bonnet!

    The whole bonnet is covered in little scratches from its claws and although they're unsightly I can't feel them so I assume that they haven't cut into the paintwork.

    I've tried to give it a polish using some Turtlewax I had in the shed, but it hasn't made much of a difference. It only bothers me as it's a dark metallic blue paint and they are unsightly little scratches on visible when you're up close.

    I have a buffer, but no compound, I have T-cut but I'm afraid that it might be a bit to aggressive and abrasive for the depth of the scratches. Last thing I want to do is make it worse!

    Anyone got any solutions to help me sort it out? (aside from killing the cat :rolleyes:)
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  • #2
    sean1141
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,088 ✭✭✭sean1141


    try some autoglym super resin polish http://shop.cleancar.ie/AutoGlym-Super-Resin-Polish-325ml.html can be got in halfords also. or else try http://shop.cleancar.ie/Chemical-Guys-P40-Polish.html both followed up by a good coat of wax..


  • #3
    Neilw
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,837 ✭✭✭Neilw


    sean1141 wrote: »
    try some autoglym super resin polish http://shop.cleancar.ie/AutoGlym-Super-Resin-Polish-325ml.html can be got in halfords also. or else try http://shop.cleancar.ie/Chemical-Guys-P40-Polish.html both followed up by a good coat of wax..

    Super resin will only hide the scratches, it's not much of a cutting compound.

    I would advise to use some meguiars scratch x 2.0, apply it with a damp microfibre applicator and work in well. This should remove most of the light scratches.
    Apply a sealant or wax on top for durability.


  • #4
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,672 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Neilw wrote: »
    Super resin will only hide the scratches, it's not much of a cutting compound.

    I would advise to use some meguiars scratch x 2.0, apply it with a damp microfibre applicator and work in well. This should remove most of the light scratches.
    Apply a sealant or wax on top for durability.


    And then Kill the cat as he will only do it again :D


  • #5
    Run_to_da_hills
    Closed Accounts Posts: 20,009 ✭✭✭✭Run_to_da_hills


    macroman wrote: »
    Just got myself a new (to me) car, and the neighbours cat has ruined the paintwork on the bonnet!

    The whole bonnet is covered in little scratches from its claws and although they're unsightly I can't feel them so I assume that they haven't cut into the paintwork.

    I've tried to give it a polish using some Turtlewax I had in the shed, but it hasn't made much of a difference. It only bothers me as it's a dark metallic blue paint and they are unsightly little scratches on visible when you're up close.

    I have a buffer, but no compound, I have T-cut but I'm afraid that it might be a bit to aggressive and abrasive for the depth of the scratches. Last thing I want to do is make it worse!

    Anyone got any solutions to help me sort it out? (aside from killing the cat :rolleyes:)
    First remove the cat and get your self a BB gun or decent catterpult.

    More than likely the cat has scratched the clear coat so I wouldn't go too hard. I have used tcut for removing similar scratches.


  • #6
    bmw535d
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,160 ✭✭✭bmw535d


    id go over to the neighbor and ask them to pay for a professional to fix it.


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  • #7
    Eric Cartman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 26,242 ✭✭✭✭Eric Cartman


    apply resin polish to the car, get cat a set of microfibre gloves http://www.snotr.com/video/824 and he can be a help


  • #8
    Compudaro
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 306 ✭✭Compudaro


    I second the Meguiars Scratch X suggestion, did a lovely job removing cat scratches from the black bonnet of my previous car. I find it works best applied using a dry microfibre cloth working very small areas at a time. Put some elbow grease into it though as its success is dependent on the diminishing abrasives it contains - safe on your paintwork but it does take a little effort! Good luck!

    Sprinkling a little vinegar on the ground around the front of your car should keep that F*^%ING Feline at bay! (Most cats hate the smell of it.)


  • #9
    macroman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 980 ✭✭✭macroman


    My dog has been pissing of the neighbours for years...cocking his leg on their wheels anytime they park their car - they just got their own back :rolleyes:

    Looked up the Meguiars Scratch X and it looks like good stuff and seen a video which removed very similar scratches to what I've got with ease.

    So I'll get myself up to PR Reillys on Tuesday for Meguiars Scratch X2 and a new microfibre mit, I already have some carnuba wax to apply afterwards (the Mr Miyagi method ;)).

    Cheers lads. Will let you know how I get on


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