Scratch Removed using Ultimate Compound

[Murr1525]

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What kind of vehicle was it, any different paints involved?

[Leebers]

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Hi there I am a first time car owner, i bought myself a 2009 Dodge Charger SXT in Blue. A few weeks ago I was parked in a parking lot and someone had hit my car when I was on the store. I have been delaying trying to fix it as my lack of knowledge in the subject. I have purchased scratch x and ultimate compound, as well as Gold class paste wax. I plan on buffing it after the research I have done.But now that I am getting the information I am unclear on Ultimate Compound, I thought it was a polish/swirl remover and I am not sure if its an actual rubbing compound? I am thinking apply the scratch x first if it doesn't help apply the Ultimate Compound. Also if I use it on one area ( there are several scratches) do I need to use this product on my whole car? Should i further purchase another form for swirl removing? Any suggestions on products or any advice would be much appreciated.
-Lee

[Tash]

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What a fantastic thread - I have picked up so much useful information, particularly when it comes to paint removal in regards to a scratch, a concept I now understand better.

I must say I am thoroughly impressed with Ultimate Compound; I applied it to my whole car recently by hand (though I did not apply a great deal of pressure) and it removed so many fine white scratches and imperfections all over the car Plus, as people have mentioned it left a lovely gloss and reflection which I feel made the end result after polishing and waxing that much better.

I do however, need to go over a few bigger scratches using ScratchX and some patience

[Ravi_1992]

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I love UC , Such great results for a cheaper product. I like the cinnamon smell to it.

[skipper1]

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What about D151 compared to UC. Would D151 be able to get out that scratch or would you need to step up to UC? I've used D151 and really like the results but am still learning.

[Michael Stoops]

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What about D151 compared to UC. Would D151 be able to get out that scratch or would you need to step up to UC? I've used D151 and really like the results but am still learning.

D151 is quite a bit less aggressive than UC. While it may remove some scratches, UC is likely going to give better success on more severe issues when working by hand. If you have an isolated issue that needs work, and you have D151 on hand but no UC, by all means give the D151 a shot first. If it does the job, great! If not, then UC is some pretty good stuff to have in your detailing arsenal anyway.

[ethereal45]

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I realize this is an older thread, but I bought some UC and some foam applicator pads to give my 1998 silver BMW a makeover. I don't have any scratches that deep, but I do have some decent sized ones on the hood and around the trunk area.

I am a complete beginner, it will be my first time doing anything but washing. Is it safe to go straight to a product like UC? The paint hasn't been touched with anything besides car wash in it's 13 year history. I was planning on doing over the entire car to bring some sparkle back to the paint, is UC what I should be using?

Alternatively I was thinking something like ScratchX to go over the whole car with some focused UC work on the deeper scratches? I don't want to burn off my entire clear coat going a little too nuts with UC.

Thanks,
Alex

[Murr1525]

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With a product like UC, you can apply more gently when just doing general cleaning, and more 'passionately' when going for swirl/defect removal.

While you may prefer something like SwirlX or Ult. Polish for regular cleanings in the future, UC wont be a problem the first time.

As far as how much correction you can get by hand, you'll just have to try and see. A whole car can be tiring...

[ethereal45]

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Yeah I realize its a big project, probably one that I would have to space over a few days. I just am not really looking to spend $150 on a DA Polisher at the moment. I have a bad habit of getting into new hobbies and investing waaaaay too much up front.

I'd like to see what kind of results I can get by hand on a few days, then perhaps transition to some machine work later down the road after getting some experience.

[Murr1525]

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Nothing wrong with that.

[avenger28]

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I find that i can get rid of the scratches faster using a microfiber to apply the UC.
Is this ..bad? Should i be using a foam applicator instead?
I have two sides to my applicator, one side is normal, the other is cloth like (can i use this side too?)
Thanks!