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IAMTHEDANGER · 05-25-2014, 10:59 PM

I screwed up, everybody.

A few days ago I was removing my rear bowtie.
The bowtie came off clean but left this foam like adhesive on the paint. (I think it's new for the '14s)
I grabbed a plastic spudger and used it to slice across the middle, sprayed label and adhesive remover on it, and spent an hour cleaning it all off.
After cleaning it all off and wiping it I noticed I left this scratch. http://imgur.com/a/6s9Rd

I didn't think a spudger could leave this kind of scratch, but it did.
These photos were taken after my attempt of felling it with compound, polish, and wax.
It helped a little by thinning the scratch but it's still very noticeable.
I went to autozone looking for scratch filler but they didn't have any.

So I'm going to ask you nice people.
I am DEFINITELY NOT going to a body shop.
My bro's truck was recently keyed and it's gonna cost him $500.
The scratch obviously isn't worth $500 but I don't wwant to spend a lot of money.
I'm looking for an home remedy/product out there to help with this.
I think the scratch has gone through the clear coat, but not the paint.
This is a total guess.

So, finally, what should I do?
And before anyone says it, yes, I am a complete moron for screwing this up.

RobertRS · 05-25-2014, 11:03 PM

Is the scratch in a location that will be covered by the installation of the bowtie? And FYI...they've been using 3M adhesive for quite some time on emblems and lettering. Should have just used your finger tips to get the big globs off and Ronsonol or similar product to cut the residue with a clean rag.

IAMTHEDANGER · 05-25-2014, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RobertRS

Is the scratch in a location that will be covered by the installation of the bowtie? And FYI...they've been using 3M adhesive for quite some time on emblems and lettering. Should have just used your finger tips to get the big globs off and Ronsonol or similar product to cut the residue with a clean rag.

I don't plan on reinstalling the bowtie until my lease is up, but yes it should be covered by it.
Yeah I used my fingertips and a terry cloth for most of it, I just need to get into the adhesive to remove it. That's where the spudger came into place.

RolltideSS · 05-25-2014, 11:12 PM

It looks like it is in the clear coat so you could try a duplicolor touch up pen for clear. Honestly if it's a lease and the bow tie will hide it I would just leave it rather than risk making it worse with the diy fix

RobertRS · 05-25-2014, 11:13 PM

^^^^ This.

IAMTHEDANGER · 05-25-2014, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RolltideSS

It looks like it is in the clear coat so you could try a duplicolor touch up pen for clear. Honestly if it's a lease and the bow tie will hide it I would just leave it rather than risk making it worse with the diy fix

That's what I was checking out at Autozone. They unfortunately didn't have Summit White though.
It's not like I'm going to wet sand because of this little baby scratch.
I just want to fill it up so I can't see it as easily.
Thanks for the help.

IAMTHEDANGER · 05-26-2014, 12:37 AM

Does anyone know if the Duplicolor All-in-1 has Summit White? They had a paint code for "Arctic White" in the GM section of the pens at Autozone. Is that basically Summit white?

RobertRS · 05-26-2014, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by IAMTHEDANGER

Does anyone know if the Duplicolor All-in-1 has Summit White? They had a paint code for "Arctic White" in the GM section of the pens at Autozone. Is that basically Summit white?

Not sure. But if those paint pens are cheap enough just apply a piece of scotch tape on an area and paint a line over it to test it out before applying.

Todd@Autopia · 05-29-2014, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by RolltideSS

It looks like it is in the clear coat so you could try a duplicolor touch up pen for clear. Honestly if it's a lease and the bow tie will hide it I would just leave it rather than risk making it worse with the diy fix

Yep, try the clear coat.

trashmanssd · 05-29-2014, 02:10 PM

Yeah the new dupli color touch ups all come with paint on one side and some clear on the other add just the clear then buff down the over fill. or you can check I know there is a kit for filling bigger scratches that comes with a chemical to remove the over fill within 12-24 hours.

IAMTHEDANGER · 05-29-2014, 02:24 PM

Alright, cool. I heard the pens usually blob up and sit on top of the paint instead of filling it, then you have to wet sand it down. Is it the same for the clear coat side? I'm not very comfortable with sanding down new factory paint and I don't have any 2500-3000 grit sand paper on me right now.

05-25-2014, 10:59 PM	#1
IAMTHEDANGER The great ruiner of plans Drives: 2014 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Central Louisiana Posts: 155	How to remove/fill a deep scratch? I screwed up, everybody. A few days ago I was removing my rear bowtie. The bowtie came off clean but left this foam like adhesive on the paint. (I think it's new for the '14s) I grabbed a plastic spudger and used it to slice across the middle, sprayed label and adhesive remover on it, and spent an hour cleaning it all off. After cleaning it all off and wiping it I noticed I left this scratch. http://imgur.com/a/6s9Rd I didn't think a spudger could leave this kind of scratch, but it did. These photos were taken after my attempt of felling it with compound, polish, and wax. It helped a little by thinning the scratch but it's still very noticeable. I went to autozone looking for scratch filler but they didn't have any. So I'm going to ask you nice people. I am DEFINITELY NOT going to a body shop. My bro's truck was recently keyed and it's gonna cost him $500. The scratch obviously isn't worth $500 but I don't wwant to spend a lot of money. I'm looking for an home remedy/product out there to help with this. I think the scratch has gone through the clear coat, but not the paint. This is a total guess. So, finally, what should I do? And before anyone says it, yes, I am a complete moron for screwing this up.

05-25-2014, 11:03 PM	#2
RobertRS Drives: 2014 2SS L99 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Corpus Christi Texas Posts: 1,320	Is the scratch in a location that will be covered by the installation of the bowtie? And FYI...they've been using 3M adhesive for quite some time on emblems and lettering. Should have just used your finger tips to get the big globs off and Ronsonol or similar product to cut the residue with a clean rag.

05-25-2014, 11:12 PM	#4
RolltideSS Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Houston Posts: 1,069 View My Garage	It looks like it is in the clear coat so you could try a duplicolor touch up pen for clear. Honestly if it's a lease and the bow tie will hide it I would just leave it rather than risk making it worse with the diy fix

05-25-2014, 11:13 PM	#5
RobertRS Drives: 2014 2SS L99 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Corpus Christi Texas Posts: 1,320	^^^^ This.

05-26-2014, 12:37 AM	#7
IAMTHEDANGER The great ruiner of plans Drives: 2014 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Central Louisiana Posts: 155	Does anyone know if the Duplicolor All-in-1 has Summit White? They had a paint code for "Arctic White" in the GM section of the pens at Autozone. Is that basically Summit white?

05-29-2014, 02:10 PM	#10
trashmanssd Drives: Black 14 2SS/1LE/RS 14 Tundra Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Plymouth, Ma Posts: 2,414	Yeah the new dupli color touch ups all come with paint on one side and some clear on the other add just the clear then buff down the over fill. or you can check I know there is a kit for filling bigger scratches that comes with a chemical to remove the over fill within 12-24 hours.

05-29-2014, 02:24 PM	#11
IAMTHEDANGER The great ruiner of plans Drives: 2014 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Central Louisiana Posts: 155	Alright, cool. I heard the pens usually blob up and sit on top of the paint instead of filling it, then you have to wet sand it down. Is it the same for the clear coat side? I'm not very comfortable with sanding down new factory paint and I don't have any 2500-3000 grit sand paper on me right now.