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  1. 14th April 2012, 21:35 #1
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    No pics... But couple of year ago I spent time sanding and using rubbing compounds G6 to G10 etc like in the how 2...


    Just got the same result today in 5 mins with Brasso
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    Oh worth knowing as my passenger side light needs doing.
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    Quote Originally Posted by leemarksmith View Post
    No pics... But couple of year ago I spent time sanding and using rubbing compounds G6 to G10 etc like in the how 2...


    Just got the same result today in 5 mins with Brasso
    Can you explain a bit more. What sort of cloth did you use smooth or a brillo type?

    Some pics would be nice if you could.
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    Just an old rag, didn't even need to machine polish it...

    Did the Ali top on the irmy grill while there and that's come up too.
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    Ok Thanks. Tried Auto Glyn polish but didnt make any difference.

    Will get myself some Brillo next time im out.
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    you know the rules!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Graham View Post
    Will get myself some Brillo next time im out.
    I wouldnt you a brillo pad...it'll scratch the hell out of plastic!!
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