Scratched hatch trim - repair or replace? Part #?
#1
02-16-2010, 08:31 PM
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 130
Scratched hatch trim - repair or replace? Part #?
So I washed my car tonight, and realized I have two small scratches on the black hatch trim (and some really light swirl scratches) near the base of the wiper. Not sure how, but I must have nicked the plastic when I was clearing snow from the rear window last night.
I'm sure a little plastic polish and a buffer could take out the swirls, but what about the more substantial scratches? I'm guessing wet sanding and refinishing might be the only fix. Has anyone else had to touch up this bit of trim?
Also, does anyone know the part number for this piece? I'm curious to see if it's available from the dealer, and how much it would cost to replace. If it's cheap enough (doubtful) I'd rather just buy a new piece.
The last option is that I could buy someone else's if they've swapped out for a badgeless replacement trim...so if you've got one in mint condition PM me.
I'm sure a little plastic polish and a buffer could take out the swirls, but what about the more substantial scratches? I'm guessing wet sanding and refinishing might be the only fix. Has anyone else had to touch up this bit of trim?
Also, does anyone know the part number for this piece? I'm curious to see if it's available from the dealer, and how much it would cost to replace. If it's cheap enough (doubtful) I'd rather just buy a new piece.
The last option is that I could buy someone else's if they've swapped out for a badgeless replacement trim...so if you've got one in mint condition PM me.
#3
02-17-2010, 10:06 AM
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 130
Awesome, thanks. Guess I'll try a little PlastX, and if it fails I'll just replace the trim when I have the car detailed and get some other chips/scratches filled in the spring.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Bennet Pullen
General Fit Talk
21
11-20-2007 10:15 PM
