A big nasty juniper shrub scratched the white paint on my 2011 Elite l.q. trailer. The scratches are not very deep, so I hope they can be repaired. I'd like to try to buff them out with rubbing compound or whatever is appropriate.
What is the best product to buff out the scratches on a white painted aluminum surface?
Posted 2018-06-26 5:00 AM (#171689 - in reply to #171684) Subject: RE: Scratched paint repair
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Posts: 5870
Location: western PA
As was stated, the prefinished paint on the trailer panels is very thin. Using agressive polishing compounds, can quickly erode the paint trhrough to the base metal. You can have the paint color matched at an automotive paint supplier for touch up work, but the surface sheen will differ, and it will take careful blending by buffing to match the original finish. Many people consider scratches, as being part of the character of ownership.
Posted 2018-06-28 7:11 AM (#171692 - in reply to #171684) Subject: RE: Scratched paint repair
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Posts: 788
Location: Tenn/Ala.
Maybe rather than do nothing- a solid basic paste wax may help diminish how noticeable they are. It will also certainly help protect what paint is present. Waxing the entire painted surface annually is a great idea. No fun, but a great idea.