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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 12:34 PM
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Piano Black Question??

I did some searching but found nothing. As probably some of you know, the Piano Black Interior scratches really easily. Only minor scratches. I was wondering if anyone knows how to make these scratches disappear? Maybe there is a product out there that you can apply? Not sure, hopefully someone out there can help me???
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 12:39 PM
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Check with the detailing section to get your answer.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 02:21 PM
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Try Plexus plastic polish, works pretty well on my black plastic ATV fenders.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 04:03 PM
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it does not scratch that easily, i just make sure its waxed. Fingerprints on the other hand are a nightmare.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ramtaajogi
it does not scratch that easily, i just make sure its waxed. Fingerprints on the other hand are a nightmare.
Waxing it eh? That actually sounds like a good idea
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 05:25 PM
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How about covering it with leather? I'm considering that.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 05:57 PM
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I am in a MC with Piano Black (loaner from the dealer), and you are correct ... it shows every fingerprint.

Blach.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by kevshootz
I am in a MC with Piano Black (loaner from the dealer), and you are correct ... it shows every fingerprint.

Blach.
Especially since everyone who rides with you wants to touch it 'cause "it's sooooo pretty!!!" Keep that soft cotton diaper in the glove box!
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 06:33 PM
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Be careful!!

Be careful with the diapers even though the diaper may be cotton the thread on the edges will most of the time to polyester or nylon and this will scratch the plastic

I recommend micro fiber from a good detailing company. Or these: http://www.detailersparadise.com/Vie...-691513519634#


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Especially since everyone who rides with you wants to touch it 'cause "it's sooooo pretty!!!" Keep that soft cotton diaper in the glove box!
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 06:36 PM
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Those fingerprints might come in handy if the police have to dust the vehicle...to find out who stole it!
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 06:53 PM
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thanks for everyones posts! I finally found it in the detailing 101 section and it seems that the best route is to use some Hydro on it! Good thing becasue I just ordered some Hydro last week!!
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by ASTRBLKR56
thanks for everyones posts! I finally found it in the detailing 101 section and it seems that the best route is to use some Hydro on it! Good thing becasue I just ordered some Hydro last week!!
So, do you hose down the interior of the car?
 
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 07:24 PM
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so..

Do you spray the piano black first with a spray bottle and then spray on the hydro

Originally Posted by ASTRBLKR56
thanks for everyones posts! I finally found it in the detailing 101 section and it seems that the best route is to use some Hydro on it! Good thing becasue I just ordered some Hydro last week!!
 
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