Swirl mark remover. Opinions needed.

[DJM86]

I have only have my truck a few days and I already noticed that the dealer with their excellent wash job has included two areas with swirl/clear coat scratches in my white paint free of charge. I swear, can't dealers educate their people on how to properly wash a vehicle without damaging it. Idiots!
Anyways, I have used Zaino Bros. on my G35 and loved it; a lot of work but it is a great product. Is there a more readily available product that can be used to remove swirl marks/clear coat scratches? I'm looking for something I can pick up at the local auto parts store.

Your help is appreciated. Thanks

[mitchellh]

Meguir's scratch-x works well for me. Worked on my Red Tundra and my black GTP.

Also use a good polish and take your time with it. Also to really fix the swirls you need a machine.

[Brandon1]

To really fix the swirls, you need a machine. Mothers Power Polish and Megs Scratch-X will work, but you will have to rub your darn arm off to get "ALL" the swirls out. You'd be better off investing $200 or so in a machine/pads/polishes/and a good sealant. That way you can take care of future problems, and your current ones....it more than pays for itself in saved paint frustration, and buying the wrong stuff. Buy it right the first time, dont have to buy it again...

Brandon

[DJM86]

Originally Posted by Brandon1

To really fix the swirls, you need a machine. Mothers Power Polish and Megs Scratch-X will work, but you will have to rub your darn arm off to get "ALL" the swirls out. You'd be better off investing $200 or so in a machine/pads/polishes/and a good sealant. That way you can take care of future problems, and your current ones....it more than pays for itself in saved paint frustration, and buying the wrong stuff. Buy it right the first time, dont have to buy it again...

Brandon

Thanks for the input. I actually don't have too many swirl marks. The area of concern looks like something was on the paint and someone tried to use a little too much elbow grease and scrubbed the paint using a dirty rag while they were washing it. Pisses me off.

Are there any machines that you recommend? I've always done everything by hand so machines/pads/polishes are all new to me.

Thanks

[Brandon1]

Check the detailing writeup for some suggestions. The porter cable 7424 kits from autogeek and optimum polishes are a great way to go.....

[Jumbo Jet]

Originally Posted by DJM86

Are there any machines that you recommend? I've always done everything by hand so machines/pads/polishes are all new to me.

Thanks

Welcome to the addiction, this is where it all begins.

The Porter Cable 7424 or 7336 are great machines and what most of us are using. Pair that with some Lake Country pads and you'll be all set.

I'm also a huge fan of the DeWalt DW443. Its an awesome machine, doesnt bog down as easily as the PC, feels more powerful and has a hint of a bit more weight to it, which is a good thing. Priced pretty comparable with the PC too. If I had to choose one or the other, I'd get the DeWalt. Amazon.com: DEWALT DW443 6-Inch Heavy Duty Electronic Variable Speed Right Angle Random Orbit Sander: Home Improvement

Along with your polishes, a bottle of Klasse AIO is a good way to start a collection. After polishing I like to use Klasse AIO as a base coat and to remove any oils left behind, then apply a layer or two of Zaino Z-2. It'd be a nice compliment to the Zaino youre already using. That combo looks great on white.

[DJM86]

Ok, now I know where to start. Thanks for all the info guys!!!