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Old Sep 11, 2016 | 11:36 AM
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What would you guys recommend that'll get rid of a tree branch scuff on the side pillars?
It's not scratched that I can feel, but it does not want to come off.

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Old Sep 11, 2016 | 11:44 AM
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I had good luck using cleaner wax on similar marks on a few of our cars after some kids scuffed them all up with sticks (thankfully not keys), it took care of a 10"x10" section of marks on my paint and it took all the marks off the pillar trim on our Escape.
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Old Sep 11, 2016 | 11:50 AM
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I have these and love them!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Pillar...lXgDsv&vxp=mtr

On my truck:




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Old Sep 12, 2016 | 04:48 PM
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I just replaced mine yesterday on the drivers side got them from Tasca cheap looks so much better hardest part was cleaning off the old adhesive.
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Old Sep 12, 2016 | 10:03 PM
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You have many options, there are no limits, I wonder if this stuff would leave less finger prints as well, by it's design. All the best...

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Old Sep 12, 2016 | 10:50 PM
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I have the same gloss black from ebay. They look awesome, and they're easy to install. The seller even honor their lifetime warranty and send me a new pair. The adhesive on these are extreme, they are permanent just letting you know.

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I have these and love them!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Pillar...lXgDsv&vxp=mtr

On my truck:




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Old Sep 12, 2016 | 11:17 PM
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Meguiars Scratch x 2.0

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Old Sep 13, 2016 | 07:01 AM
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I used this stuff on my Mustang, it took out light scratches on side of the front bumper.


3M 03900 Rubbing Compound - 8 oz

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Old Sep 13, 2016 | 07:49 AM
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Word of caution - if you want to keep the lower gloss level, and scratch removers or compound will shine up the surface.

I tried Wolfang's trim sealant on mine and it definitely helped hide the minor scratches - but it also raised the gloss level.

Short of replacing them with something new, there is no good way of removing the scratches without "shining" them up (other than painting them.)
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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by H-60 Electrician
I used this stuff on my Mustang, it took out light scratches on side of the front bumper.


3M 03900 Rubbing Compound - 8 oz

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Meguiars Scratch x 2.0
Either will work without leaving hairline scratches you think?
I know it didn't score the material, it's a surface blemish, but damn it's putting up a fight!
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