02-04-2020, 12:10 PM | #1 |
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Blacked out dials scratches
I've got the model which has blacked out dials. And i can see a lot of hairline scratches all over. Only noticeable under direct sunlight. Looks damn ugly. Is this common?
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02-05-2020, 01:20 AM | #3 |
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I thought the same but this version does not have a glass/plastic cover as seen in the other versions. I feel it's the black coating that is prone to scratches even if wiped with good cloth.
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02-05-2020, 04:37 AM | #4 |
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02-05-2020, 10:23 AM | #6 |
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Yes, it’s common. The anti-reflective plastic used for gauge covers is very easily scratched. I try not to touch it at all, but if it needs to be cleaned or dusted, I use a very soft eyeglass cleaning cloth. If you can’t live with it, a plastic polish like Meguiars PlastX may help a little, but I’d be very cautious and test in a small area to make sure you’re not making it worse.
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02-05-2020, 01:15 PM | #8 |
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I have the same black panel and I think it’s a clear plastic on top, but regardless, PlastX is pretty mild and I don’t think would remove a coating, if there is one. However, the gauge cluster plastic is likely pretty soft, which is why it scratches so easily, so you’d have to be very careful indeed to avoid making it worse. Googling “Plastx gauge cluster” gave some results with good tips on how to go about it.
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Does the x1 share the same cluster with any other models? If so maybe they have a better glass / plastic window? |
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04-02-2021, 03:06 AM | #15 | |
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Hi, I use sonax glossy plastic and rubber care for it. It will not stay matte, it will be shiny but at least the scratch will not be visible. |
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cleaning-De...s%2C159&sr=8-5 |
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