Door Panel Scratches Removal

Carbon_z · 01-10-2011, 09:48 PM

So I have a couple of scratches that my wonderful dog caused. He jumped in my car THREW the window and decided to pretend he owed the car.

ANYWAYS, attached picture shows the scratches. I havent tried anything yet but read alittle bit about the hairdryer trick "i know not to leave it on there too long" and marker trick"know not to use to much and use dots".

Wanted to see if anybody else had tried it out or had any other ideas, other than buying a new one.

Thanks

tjlazer · 01-10-2011, 10:48 PM

Just like yours on the top part, I had a similar type of scratch. More like a puncture. I cut all the excess material which left a small hole then got some black silicone (in a tube) and filled it, then wiped it down to preserve the texture. Can hardly see it now.

Carbon_z · 01-11-2011, 12:42 AM

what type of silicone matches the interior look? you have any pics?

precision14 · 01-16-2011, 07:59 PM

i found that the black rubbing polish that works on the exterior as a scratch remover works really well on blending away any nicks or scuffs on plastic. Bought at auto zone comes with a chapstick like filler stick

209Z · 01-16-2011, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by precision14

i found that the black rubbing polish that works on the exterior as a scratch remover works really well on blending away any nicks or scuffs on plastic. Bought at auto zone comes with a chapstick like filler stick

link or pics of the polish?

Xan · 01-16-2011, 11:24 PM

If you really want to repair it, take some 600 grit paper and sand out the damage, then take some SEM Weld and fill in the damage and lightly sand again.

Next use some SEM Spray Texture to put the OEM texture look back in.
Depending on how well you matched it, you can sand it down a little with 800 grit.

Then finish it off with some color matched coat...

It won't be as new, but it will look pretty good...

Cmike2780 · 01-16-2011, 11:52 PM

Don't use sandpaper, it will leave a shiny spot since the plastic has a texture to it. Clean the area with soap and water and try using one of those magic eraser sponges (try on small area 1st). It won't get rid of deep scratches, but it could remove some of the scuff marks.

Trips · 01-16-2011, 11:54 PM

I'd suggest looking for a used panel and replacing it?

Xan · 01-17-2011, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

Don't use sandpaper, it will leave a shiny spot since the plastic has a texture to it. Clean the area with soap and water and try using one of those magic eraser sponges (try on small area 1st). It won't get rid of deep scratches, but it could remove some of the scuff marks.

You didn't read my complete post..

Cmike2780 · 01-17-2011, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xan

You didn't read my complete post..

My bad

TypeOne · 01-17-2011, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple's

I'd suggest looking for a used panel and replacing it?

Carbon_z · 01-17-2011, 07:19 PM

hey xan, you did this to your car? if so, you mind posting some pics?

BTW no used door panel out there, thats NON painted on already.. New would be about 350 for me but trying before I dish out... cause if this doesnt work then I would dish out no matter what so doesnt hurt to try

Xan · 01-17-2011, 08:50 PM

I did do this to another car some time ago, however I just went and checked my car and the texture might be a bit hard to match. The above will result more in a grainy look, while our panels have more of a flat texture.

Carbon_z · 01-17-2011, 10:02 PM

i just have a feeling that the area im trying to work with might be too large to come out clean

Xan · 01-17-2011, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by billet370

i just have a feeling that the area im trying to work with might be too large to come out clean

If your planning to replace it if it doesn't work, you won't lose much trying.

For those light scratches I would try a plastic polish first (or the magic eraser trick).

What I described is only needed for those heavier gushes...

01-10-2011, 10:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
tjlazer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Tacoma Age: 52 Posts: 2,496 Drives: Z34, R35 Rep Power: 19	Just like yours on the top part, I had a similar type of scratch. More like a puncture. I cut all the excess material which left a small hole then got some black silicone (in a tube) and filled it, then wiped it down to preserve the texture. Can hardly see it now. __________________ 2009 370Z Monterey Blue,Nismo Conversion,RE-11's, K&N Typhoon intakes,Blue Kickplates,Homelink,FI 18" CBE,ERZ HFCs,Hotchkis sways, Swift Spec-R, EVO-R Highwing, UPREV

01-11-2011, 12:42 AM	#3 (permalink)
Carbon_z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,694 Drives: Carbon Fiber 370z Rep Power: 19	what type of silicone matches the interior look? you have any pics? __________________ Full Carbon Fiber Nissan 370z "400zTT" Fully Built 4.0L Twin Turbo 1300hp, 1100whp. Follow me on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/carbonz.

01-16-2011, 11:24 PM	#6 (permalink)
Xan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: MA Posts:99999999999999 Posts: 3,301 Drives: 370Z 40th Aniversary Rep Power: 24	If you really want to repair it, take some 600 grit paper and sand out the damage, then take some SEM Weld and fill in the damage and lightly sand again. Next use some SEM Spray Texture to put the OEM texture look back in. Depending on how well you matched it, you can sand it down a little with 800 grit. Then finish it off with some color matched coat... It won't be as new, but it will look pretty good... __________________

01-16-2011, 11:52 PM	#7 (permalink)
Cmike2780 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Long Island Posts: 5,059 Drives: slowwww Rep Power: 29	Don't use sandpaper, it will leave a shiny spot since the plastic has a texture to it. Clean the area with soap and water and try using one of those magic eraser sponges (try on small area 1st). It won't get rid of deep scratches, but it could remove some of the scuff marks. __________________ [09][MB][6-Spd MT][Touring][Stillen Gen III][K&N][Borla CBE][Evo-R] [ArchitTEK Photography]

01-16-2011, 11:54 PM	#8 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	I'd suggest looking for a used panel and replacing it? __________________

01-16-2011, 07:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
precision14 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: rochester ny Posts: 19 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 16	i found that the black rubbing polish that works on the exterior as a scratch remover works really well on blending away any nicks or scuffs on plastic. Bought at auto zone comes with a chapstick like filler stick

01-17-2011, 07:19 PM	#12 (permalink)
Carbon_z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,694 Drives: Carbon Fiber 370z Rep Power: 19	hey xan, you did this to your car? if so, you mind posting some pics? BTW no used door panel out there, thats NON painted on already.. New would be about 350 for me but trying before I dish out... cause if this doesnt work then I would dish out no matter what so doesnt hurt to try __________________ Full Carbon Fiber Nissan 370z "400zTT" Fully Built 4.0L Twin Turbo 1300hp, 1100whp. Follow me on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/carbonz.

01-17-2011, 08:50 PM	#13 (permalink)
Xan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: MA Posts:99999999999999 Posts: 3,301 Drives: 370Z 40th Aniversary Rep Power: 24	I did do this to another car some time ago, however I just went and checked my car and the texture might be a bit hard to match. The above will result more in a grainy look, while our panels have more of a flat texture. __________________

01-17-2011, 10:02 PM	#14 (permalink)
Carbon_z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,694 Drives: Carbon Fiber 370z Rep Power: 19	i just have a feeling that the area im trying to work with might be too large to come out clean __________________ Full Carbon Fiber Nissan 370z "400zTT" Fully Built 4.0L Twin Turbo 1300hp, 1100whp. Follow me on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/carbonz.

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