Deep Scratch

[Eldubb]

So, long story short - car has been scratched because of a garage issue. Wont go into it as im still upset..

anyway, the paint is gone, and the scratch is too long and wide for that stupid pen. Will have to get it fixed eventually, but is there any stuff i can buy like those magic pens except easier to apply with a paint brush? Will need to protect it from rust.

[ogz007]

No.

But try this. Depends if youre in SYD.

http://www.sydneyducodoctors.com.au/

[Ezy03]

Pens, What magic pens??

[Eldubb]

They're double sided pens with my exact paint color code. so for stone chips etc you just apply with the pen and on the other side is a clear coating to seal it. Its only good for little chips we all get on our front bumper really.

Ogz, im in brisbane but looked up the touchupguys here and they seem legit. Will take before and after pics for anyone whose interested in brisbane.

[ogz007]

ahh ok cool man.. yeh all the best man. post a pic for us.

[Ezy03]

Could you pm me with more info such as brand and were I can getmy hands on these pens iv got some egg imprints fro

the a-holes that egg'd it to get rid of.

[n15m0]

I bought this from the US. Works nicely on stone chips etc...

http://www.g35parts.com/G35-Factory-Touch-.../999pp-xxxx.htm

[Ezy03]

Oes it also fill the little chips? Btw if it works on stone chips it should work on the egg marks I have on mine. Would be very very happy to see them gone but even more happy to catch the person who done it.

[Ezy03]

Tw eld I'd like to see before and after shots if you do do it and if possible the cost they do it for cheers .... Sorry I couldn't edit and put this in previous reply

[Chris Rogers]

touchup guys are the go. use them on bumps/nicks. talk to them first as they are franchised.

[Cruzen]

Anybody out there that wants a job done as good as a panel shop but a hell of alot cheaper try these guys, And not just for scratches they will even fix small dents and few other mishaps , alloy wheels etc. All in the comfort of your drive way.

http://www.thesmartguys.com.au/

Not a franchise so go the National Pricing.

[Ezy03]

I bought this from the US. Works nicely on stone chips etc...

http://www.g35parts.com/G35-Factory-Touch-.../999pp-xxxx.htm

you get your off that site aswel and they shipped to australia?

[ogz007]

there is now new restrictions in terms of shipping this from overseas.. Due to its liquid substance majority of the dealers there do not choose to sell this to overseas customers, however you can always try. I tried before and failed, so i just went to local nissan dealer parts and got mine for $15.00.

[Ezy03]

went to nissan today they have it, its a nail polish sorta thing and you apparantly apply it, the guy there didnt know anything about it, so im wondering do you need to prep the car or do anything before applying it? also does it blend with the colour and surrounding or would it stick out like a sore thumb?

[saihaynes]

Ive used the same from g35parts, IMHO they are ok for very small areas, anything other than that you`re better off getting it done either at a bodyshop (dependant on extent of damage) or by some touch up franchise (do your research first as Ive seen some appalling work)

My bodyshop does stuff like full bumper respray etc and I use chipsaway (local franchise) for any light scratching/stone chips elsewhere.

Good luck in getting your 350 sorted

S

[Eldubb]

Sai, who in particular has done appalling work?

[Ezy03]

Hey sai how much does it usually cost ya to do those scratches and stone chips?

Ive used the same from g35parts, IMHO they are ok for very small areas, anything other than that you`re better off getting it done either at a bodyshop (dependant on extent of damage) or by some touch up franchise (do your research first as Ive seen some appalling work)

My bodyshop does stuff like full bumper respray etc and I use chipsaway (local franchise) for any light scratching/stone chips elsewhere.

Good luck in getting your 350 sorted

S

[Eldubb]

Still waiting Sai...anyone can make general accusations about an industry....i need specifics.

[ogz007]

he is from the UK, so he is just talking in general...........