The definition of "scratch sensitive" paint....

[Nick Chapman]

I hear people talking about how scratch sensitive their paint is, and I always think of this car. I've worked on this car since the day it came out of the paint booth, and it has been a pain in my "you know what"! It is a show car only, and he's invested a lot of money into it. We have a big car show in town next week, and we're getting all of these cars ready for it.

You guys that gripe about your scratch sensitive paint need to come detail this thing, you will be happy to have what you have

These are not smudges from fingers, they are actually fingerprints that are scratched into the clear. Yep, perfect fingerprint SCRATCHES! This is where he closes the hood, and you can see exactly where he puts his hands. I have to use brand new microfiber towels on this car when I'm polishing the paint and use ZERO pressure, and it still scratches the finish.

[Nick Chapman]

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Oh, and this car was in PERFECT condition about 3 months ago when I polished it the last time. He's washed it twice since then, and I've even taught him how to properly wash this vehicle.


Nick

[CAShine]

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That is insane! Is the paint single stage or does it have a clear coat? Any idea why the paint is so soft and scratches so easily? And ofcourse I gotta know, what kind of car is it?

[CHRIS K]

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I never seen a fingerprint scratch,I think if I had paint that sensitive I'd go crazy.What type of car is that?

[Cat]

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Reminds me of the Honda Fit I own and love - that car is swirl city! Can't wait until spring to clay bar it and try out Scratch X then lay on some wax. Was hoping to show the car again this year but with so many swirls marks I would be embarrassed to!

Cat :x

[Nick Chapman]

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Paint is bc/cc, and I have no idea why it's so scratch sensitive.
The car is a newer Mustang GT. He's dumped a Ton of money into it. The latest is a built stroked motor. It's also supercharged, and pushing a little over 600hp to the wheels. He's won Best of Show 3 times last year. Here's a picture of it.

[J. A. Michaels]

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I have never seen something that sensitive. That must be a bear to detail. I have to say I really like the paint scheme . Good luck with it.

[CAShine]

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Looks beautiful.

[Vormund]

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Nice car.

That said, that paint sounds pretty crappy if that's all it takes to scratch it.

[G Force]

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Your posted photos never open on my PC.

[Nick Chapman]

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Your posted photos never open on my PC.

Wonder why

[yalerd]

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Good luck with it

It's always recommended by Mike Phillips but I repeat it again, test spot - test spot - test spot.
Test what combination is best for this paint, you don't want doing something to the hole car and then regrading it.

Again good luck with it and I hope to see pictures!

[Nick Chapman]

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Getting close to being finished with this car. Got some clean up to do, polishing a few things, and I'll be done. Keeping the car for a couple more days.

Here's a teaser shot for you guys, full rotary and M105 to the rescue! No DA used except for wax.

Oh, and the little speckles are red flakes.
before:



After:

[VonLego]

Re: The definition of "scratch sensitive" paint....

Looking sharp!