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Old 05-17-2004, 06:05 PM
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I have several spots on my top side that are scratched slightly from my daughter using a scotch-brite pad on the fiberglass...I am wondering how you go about getting faded/scuffed glass back to a nice shine. I was going to try a rubbing compound. If this doesn't work whats next? Sanding? If so what steps should go thru. I don't want to make it worse....
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Old 05-17-2004, 06:29 PM
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3000 grit wet sandpaper then hand glaze (swirl remover) then wax with Frenzy Wax
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Try HD compound first. If shine doesnt come up, Wet sand by hand with 1000 or 1200 grit, followed by HD compound with wheel at 2000 - 2500 rpms, followed by couple coats of wax, buff with wheel at 1500rpms
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1200 or 1000 grit paper will still leave scratches on the fiberglass unless you follow with a higher grit paper. Been there and have done that.
As Bruce stated above try a compound first such as 3M Imperial Microfinishing Compound liquid (purchase at auto paint store) before sanding.
The microfinishing compound will remove light scratches, then follow with wax.
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1000 Aqua buff then 2000 aqua buff at high speed and
use plenty of water when buffing.
 
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1000 Aqua buff then 2000 aqua buff at high speed and
use plenty of water when buffing.
I just finished using this stuff on my boat. Words can't describe how well it works. I followed up with Frenzy wax and I'm amazed at the shine.
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Where do you get aqua buff?
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Old 05-18-2004, 03:51 AM
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Yeah where do we get this at?!!!!
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You can buy direct
http://www.aqua-buff.com/
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There's also a link for Aqua Buff on our site.
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