Best Cheap Light To View Scratches/Swirls

[SonataLF]

Hi guys, I recently washed my car with what appears to be a contaminated wash mitt so now I have select spots where there are very light swirl/scratches. I'm doing this by hand with ScratchX 2.0, ultimate polish and then topping with Black Wax. I've already done the trunk, but having a light will make completing the sides much easier since its a much larger area.

Is there a cheap light option on the market so I don't have to go to parking lot and look crazy pulling my car into and out of the shade? Lol
These scratches are only visible in direct sunlight.

Thanks!

[The Guz]

Re: Best Cheap Light To View Scratches/Swirls

An LED flashlight works. Costco has a snap on LED light that is pretty good.

[SonataLF]

Re: Best Cheap Light To View Scratches/Swirls

Cool. I didn't know if over the counter LED lights would provide enough power. I'll give that a try

Thanks.

[BillyJack]

Re: Best Cheap Light To View Scratches/Swirls

I use this light from Lowes:http://www.lowes.com/pd_569177-51336...led+flashlight
The lumens aren't all that bright at 290, but the zoom/focus feature makes it very easy to inspect paint.

Bill

[Super Dave]

Re: Best Cheap Light To View Scratches/Swirls

I would suggest the brightest headlamp you can afford. A headlamp leaves your hands free to work. I used one for years in my dark garage before I upgraded the lighting in there.

[HCAD]

Re: Best Cheap Light To View Scratches/Swirls

Best type of light for the side of a car in my opinion. Get a dual light if you can afford it.