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Old 11-05-2013, 08:47 PM
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Fillers for deep scratches?

Hi guys, I just bought a used Cooper S and it has a couple of deep rock chips on the hood. The chips are through the clear coat and paint. I was wondering if anyone could recommend any putty or resin products that I can use as filler? Repair kits? I already purchased the Mini touch up paint for after I fill in the chips. Thanks!
 
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Old 11-06-2013, 03:39 AM
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If you fill it, you'll have to sand it, which will make it bigger to paint. Just touch up with paint OR spend the $ for a repaint IMO.
 
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the MINI t/u paint is very thick ... just build up coats ... you'll probably end up with a raised blob which you can then safely work on with

http://www.langka.com/
 
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Old 11-06-2013, 08:25 AM
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Thanks guys. Have you guys ever heard of Scratch Wizard? It uses a putty that you squeegee off, leaving the putty only in the scratch or chip, than you paint over it. The kit comes with touch up paint but you can also order it without the paint for $25. http://scratchwizard.net/touch-up-kits/scratchwizard/
 
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No, I've not seen it. But I've also never seen a patch that didn't need sanded, on anything. I'd just use t/u paint myself (which I also need to do to mine) good luck!
 
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Originally Posted by Beachnmini
No, I've not seen it. But I've also never seen a patch that didn't need sanded, on anything. I'd just use t/u paint myself (which I also need to do to mine) good luck!
Ok, thank you!
 
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