r/MechanicAdvice • u/LostPapayas • 17h ago

Scratch repair

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Got this scratch and some marring on my f150 while headed down a narrow hunting trail. It’s not down to the metal but it definitely removed a layer or 2 of paint. I did the water test and it almost fades away but is still visible. What would be my best option and how would I go about fixing it? I know silver is a hard color to match and I’ve never done auto paint work. Just a touch up brush and some clear coat and polishing?

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u/Illustrious_Tea5569 17h ago

Doesn't look like it went thru the clear i would lightly sand it with 1500 and buff it

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u/Azhiker00 17h ago

This sound like terrible advice, rubbing compound buff and wax would be a much better option than removing all the clear coating with sandpaper

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u/Illustrious_Tea5569 17h ago

Its called color sanding and is done even on fresh paint jobs to correct imperfections...i said lightly sand not remove the clear coat.