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Cleaning Plastic on Door Panel

Old 04-03-10, 03:42 PM
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Default Cleaning Plastic on Door Panel

Need some ideas. What is the best product someone has used to clean the plastic on the door panel. Near the speaker, I have some scuff marks from shoes. I haven't found anything that removes the scuff marks.
Old 04-03-10, 04:06 PM
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I have tons too, in my experience, nothing works. sorry, you just have to be more careful getting in and out.
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Try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
Old 04-03-10, 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by redrocks
Try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
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Careful how much pressure you use as it is a light abrasive. Wet the sponge (eraser) off you go.
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Degeaser is what I use. Takes care of it. Or else, use fine polishing compound.
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I was thinking of applying some 3m film, like on the bumpers. What do you guys think of this idea?
Old 03-03-13, 06:26 AM
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I've had good results using Meguiar's M39 Heavy-Duty Vinyl Cleaner for cleaning scuff marks. I'd follow with a good protective dressing to make future scuffs easier to clean.
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I'd highly recommend 1Z einszett Plastic Deep Cleaner.

Originally Posted by drus90
I was thinking of applying some 3m film, like on the bumpers. What do you guys think of this idea?
You should probably ask in a separate or relevant thread.
Old 03-04-13, 09:35 AM
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De-greaser and then polishing compound if need be.
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+1 for magic eraser
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Magic eraser is a tool of the trade in our business. Different grades will induce different results. Yes I forgot about the eraser. We normally use the eraser for blending in "blush."
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while using the eraser, make sure you test it first because it might be too abrasive for some situations....
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Another vote for Magic Eraser.
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I can also say that Mr. Clean Magic Eraser works wonders. Just be very gentle and don't press too hard. Also, make sure to rinse the area well. When I tried it for the first time, there was a residue left behind.
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303 Aerospace Cleaner ,303 Aerospace Protectant
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