Instrument panel scratches
#1
Instrument panel scratches
I made the mistake of wiping the dust off my instrument panel lens with a clean microfiber cloth, and it scratched the hell out of it. This has got to be the softest plastic on the face of the earth. Then tried Meguiar's PlastX, which cleaned it but left millions of swirl marks which look like crap when the sun hits them. I would like to replace the plastic lens. Could I get the dealer to do this on a warranty repair? If not, does anyone have any "how-to" steps for replacing this panel?
#2
Mine came "pre-scratched"-courtesy of the dealer prep. The real problem is that the lenses are slanted outward, and catch the sun's reflections during the daytime-one of the few real design goofs on this car IMO. I waxed mine with a lens cloth and S-100 carnauba wax and have let it go. I'd probably do more damage trying to replace it, and it would only get scratched again.
I agree, I've never seen such soft plastic.
I agree, I've never seen such soft plastic.
#3
once scratched i too would recommend waxing it.
i use glass MF towel and Prima Clarity to clean the cluster lens.
no issues on scratches/swirls even while shined in the sun.
i use glass MF towel and Prima Clarity to clean the cluster lens.
no issues on scratches/swirls even while shined in the sun.
#5
I made the mistake of wiping the dust off my instrument panel lens with a clean microfiber cloth, and it scratched the hell out of it. This has got to be the softest plastic on the face of the earth. Then tried Meguiar's PlastX, which cleaned it but left millions of swirl marks which look like crap when the sun hits them. I would like to replace the plastic lens. Could I get the dealer to do this on a warranty repair? If not, does anyone have any "how-to" steps for replacing this panel?
damn. i am in the same boat as you. made the mistake of cleaning it and scratched up. so used PlastX. made it worse with nasty swirl marks.
My next step is to use this. Plexus. I heard alot of positive things about this product from all kinds of car forums. A bit expensive but excited to try it out.
anyone else have any other ideas?
#6
damn. i am in the same boat as you. made the mistake of cleaning it and scratched up. so used PlastX. made it worse with nasty swirl marks.
My next step is to use this. Plexus. I heard alot of positive things about this product from all kinds of car forums. A bit expensive but excited to try it out.
anyone else have any other ideas?
My next step is to use this. Plexus. I heard alot of positive things about this product from all kinds of car forums. A bit expensive but excited to try it out.
anyone else have any other ideas?
#7
I think replacing the sucker is going to be the best option. I know I'm being kind of OCD about this, but it's a 2 week old car ... the gauges shouldn't look like crap yet. I just got off the phone with one dealer who said it would not be covered under warranty (big surprise). The kind of plastic they used is obviously the cheapest grade of clear plastic available, since it has no scratch resistance at all. Looks like I'll be replacing it myself.
#9
Mine was pre scratched too,and I made it worse with a dry cloth also. I took 303 protectorant and put on my gauge lens and they all but disappeared. Apply wet,let dry, do not buff off like instruction on the bottle. I use 303 protectorant on my plastic canoe,and noticed the light scratches disappeared until finally washed off by repeated exposure to the water. 303 protectorant is hard to find ,but most marine store carry it. Good for other plastics in the car too.
http://www.303products.com/
PaFitter
http://www.303products.com/
PaFitter
Last edited by PaFitter; 07-30-2009 at 08:38 PM.
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I have some scratches on mine as well. Looks like they are on inside as wiping front does nothing.
Now on my slot cars and static models I use Future floor with Pledge instead of a clear coat. It is a common finish. I know using it on model windshields will fill scratches. Can give it a try if dealer will not replace.
Now on my slot cars and static models I use Future floor with Pledge instead of a clear coat. It is a common finish. I know using it on model windshields will fill scratches. Can give it a try if dealer will not replace.
#20
Perhaps any of us with this problem should contact Honda corporate ... not sure if it would make a difference or not, but this visor lens should NOT be scratching simply by wiping dust off with a microfiber cloth. To me, that is a defect in workmanship. When I replace mine I am going to look at sending it out to a professional plastic place to have some kind of anti-scratch coating applied. I just e-mailed a place that does this, we'll see how much they would charge...
Last edited by chris76; 07-31-2009 at 12:49 PM.