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Old 07-31-2012, 12:59 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Re: 2012 Z, pearl white
How do I remove swirl marks on the black plastic B pillar?
I have Meguiar's polish that removes swirl marks, but is it applicable on plastic?

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Re: 2012 Z, pearl white
How do I remove swirl marks on the black plastic B pillar?
I have Meguiar's polish that removes swirl marks, but is it applicable on plastic?

Thanks!
Yes. I polished and waxed the b pillars and it removed the swirl marks.
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Yes. I polished and waxed the b pillars and it removed the swirl marks.
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You can also use a porter cable. Ask in your local forum to see if anyone can do it for you. I would if you lived closer.
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Yup, they are polishable just like the paint. They are softer though so you won't need as aggressive a polish/pad combination in order to remove the same level of swirls as the paint.
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Tape up any rubber or glass. Meg's 205 should remove light swirls.
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