Originally Posted by
Oldandintheway
Meguiar's has a bunch of auto detailing items to use and the names are of their products. This is the method used for automobile/motorcycle pieces. This assumes these are surface scratches and not gouges or scrapes that have compromised the integrity of the clear coat/gel coat. Also you need to determine if buying the cleaning supplies ($50+ if you have nothing) is worth the cost but these same products and methods work for paint too. You can search on Meguiar's web site and get this same information.
- Wipe down with Quick Detailer to remove loose dust/dirt
- Clay with Smooth Surface Clay Kit to remove above surface bonded contaminants (Optional if the piece is very small)
- Clean it using M80 Speed Glaze with a foam polishing pad
- Protect it using NXT Tech Wax with a finishing pad
- Remove the dried wax with a microfiber towel
Thanks for the tip! I checked out Meguiar's website and will try their Scratch X product to see if it removes the scuffs from the carbon fiber. It's supposed to be safe for clearcoat. If it can be avoided I'd rather not go through all the steps above for just a bottle cage....but I will keep this in mind the next time I fall off my carbon road bike
