- NEW FORMULA: Latest formula removes light defects quicker, with less rubbing AND provides polymer wax protection.
- USE WITH CONFIDENCE: Quickly removes light scratches, blemishes and swirls without hazing.
- RESTORE CLARITY: Exclusive micro-abrasive technology works as a fine scratch remover while restoring clarity and gloss.
- CLEAR COAT SAFE: Safe on all glossy paints and clear coats (not for use on matte/satin finishes).
- CHOOSE HOW TO USE: Safe and effective application by hand or dual action polisher like Meguiar's MT300 Dual Action Polisher.
- Safely removes light scratches & swirls.
- Safely removes oxidations & blemishes.
- Bonded contaminants.
- Clear coat safe.
Product Description
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Meguiar’s ScratchX is the perfect choice to remove light
scratches, scuffs and paint transfer by hand or by dual action
variable speed polisher (DA polisher). Meguiar’s exclusive super
micro-abrasive technology removes blemishes quickly, while
advanced polymer wax protects the finish! Safe and effective on
all shiny paint types and clear coats to restore a brilliant
clear finish.
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ScratchX 2.0 is the must have cleaner for isolated paint problems
because its micro abrasives help in the removal of fine
scratches, blemishes, oxidation, light stains and surface
contaminants from the vehicles paint. ScratchX 2.0 formula will
not damage the paint, and will restore the brilliance and clear
finish of the painted surfaces. Meguiar’s ScratchX 2.0 is easy to
use by hand, but may also be used with Meguiar’s DA Power System
or with Meguiar’s Dual Action Polisher.
Easy to apply for showroom quality results
Evaluating The Paint Surface
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Before applying Meguiar's ScratchX 2.0 to the vehicle, begin by
washing and drying the car thoroughly, as it will allow
evalutating the surface of the vehicle for the presence of
various defects needing correction.Defects fall into two basic
categories: above surface bonded contaminants (industrial fall
out, paint overspray, tree sap mist, and bird droppings) and
below surface defects (fine scratches, swirl marks, etching, and
oxidation). Above surface bonded contaminants often cannot be
seen but they can be felt. Run a clean hand over the paint of the
vehicle immediately after washing and drying it. Does the paint
feel "as smooth as glass"? If the paint surface is rough to the
touch, this is an indication to clay the car using Meguiar’s
Smooth Surface Clay Kit first. Below surface defects generally
cannot be felt, but they can be seen, especially in strong,
direct light.
Good lighting is critical to evaluating the surface of the paint,
because most cars will look good in the shade; therefore inspect
the car's finish in direct sunlight or under strong fluorescent
lights. Cobweb or spider web swirls come primarily from the
washing and drying process when poor technique or tools are used;
for example, the use of old towels, dishwashing detergents, and
coarse sponges. Holograms however, are a specific type of defect
caused by the improper use of a high speed rotary buffer. These
types of defects not only mar the finish but reduce the paint’s
ability to reflect light clearly and cleanly, making the paint
appear dull, faded and “washed out”. Removing below surface
defects like light scratches, swirls, oxidation and bird dropping
etching restores the clarity and reflectivity of the paint,
making colors more vibrant and reflections more brilliant.
Use to remove light to moderate scratching and swirling
A Few Tips About Applying ScratchX 2.0
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Liquid paint cleaners should be applied to small areas at a time,
no larger than one square foot when working by hand or two square
feet when working with a dual action polisher such as the
Meguiar's DA Power System or Meguiar's Dual Action Polisher.
Working small areas at a time is crucial in order to concentrate
the work rather than spreading it out over a too large of an
area. Keep the following points in mind when working with any
“paint cleaner” like Meguiar's ScratchX: Paint cleaners do not
need to dry before removing and in fact should be wiped off
immediately after they're worked over the finish. Paint cleaners
need to be worked into the finish; they are not wipe on, wipe off
products. Deep defects (scratches) that go through the clear coat
cannot be corrected without repainting or applying touch up
paint. The harder the paint and the deeper the defect, the
smaller the area to work at one time. Paint cleaners remove
everything off the surface of the paint including wax, so after
using paint cleaner re-apply a protective coating of wax.
Applying ScratchX 2.0
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By Hand:
* 1. Dispense a small a of Meguiar’s ScratchX directly onto
a foam applicator pad or a small, clean 100% cotton terry towel.
* 2. Work a small section (1’ x 1’) at a time, until the ScratchX
starts to turn clear. Apply additional ScratchX as needed until
defects have been removed.
* 3. Before moving on to the next section, use Meguiar’s Supreme
Shine Microfiber Towel to wipe away any product residue before it
dries.
* 4. Repeat steps 4 and 5 as needed to complete the rest of the
vehicle.
* 5. Follow up with any Meguiar’s polish and wax, like Ultimate
Polish and Ultimate Wax. These products are also available as
part of the Polishing Power Pack and Waxing Power Pack.
By Dual Action Polisher or DA Power System:
* 1. Attach the appropriate “cutting” pad to the Meguiar’s DA
Power System or Meguiar’s DA Polisher.
* 2. Apply a strip of Meguiar’s ScratchX directly onto the
compound pad.
* 3. Place the face of the pad flat on the paint. Turn on the
Meguiar’s DA Power System drill or Meguiar’s DA Polisher and
begin buffing with moderate pressure in an overlapping pattern
while keeping the pad flat against the paint at all times.
* 4. Work a small section (2’ x 2’) at a time, until the Ultimate
Compound starts to turn clear. Apply additional Ultimate Compound
as needed until defects have been removed.
* 5. Before moving on to the next section, use Meguiar’s Supreme
Shine Microfiber Towel to wipe away any product residue before it
dries.
* 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 as needed to complete the rest of the
vehicle.
* 7. Follow up with any Meguiar’s polish and wax, like Ultimate
Polish and Ultimate Wax.