Paint Scratches???
3/26/07, 07:13 PM
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Paint Scratches???
Hello Fellow Black Mustang Owners! I just bought a used '06 GT last month. It had 5K miles...practically a new GT at a great price! I thoroughly LOVE my baby and I am constantly amazed at all the attention she commands just cruisin'! 
Anyways, to my point... I don't know if it is just me not being used to black paint or if the previous owner was an idiot, but if the sunlight catches a glare just right it looks like there are light scratches in the paint or clearcoat. Of course I realize "scratches" aren't "normal", but could they just be showing up more because it is black? They look like maybe scratches from washing with a dirty rag or something. When freshly waxed they are hardly noticeable, but I dont have the time to wax every other day!!! Lol! Is there a certain wax that is recommended, or will I need to invest in a new paint job?
Thanx in advance... this was my first post!
Anyways, to my point... I don't know if it is just me not being used to black paint or if the previous owner was an idiot, but if the sunlight catches a glare just right it looks like there are light scratches in the paint or clearcoat. Of course I realize "scratches" aren't "normal", but could they just be showing up more because it is black? They look like maybe scratches from washing with a dirty rag or something. When freshly waxed they are hardly noticeable, but I dont have the time to wax every other day!!! Lol! Is there a certain wax that is recommended, or will I need to invest in a new paint job?
Thanx in advance... this was my first post!
3/26/07, 07:29 PM
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When you wash it use straight strokes along the length of the car, don't wash in circles. Use tons of suds on your wash mit and dry it with a squegee and faux chamois. If using cloths, use 100% cotton - no polyester. When waxing use a multi-step product like Meguiars with a cleaner, polish, swirl remover and finally pure wax. Avoid cleaner/waxes at all costs.
3/27/07, 10:39 AM
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I always washed and then just waxed! I didnt realize how much extra stuff there is, like polish and scratchX! And all the secrets of the trade, like microfiber... Looks like a long day rubbin on my baby will be turning into longer days! But thats cool, as long as the scratches are gone! Thanx to all of you for your help! 
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