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Bakelite scratch repair - Eric Adams - 08-26-2013

I know this has been discussed before, but I thought I would share something I found that really works.
For scratches in Bakelite I found that Turtle Wax headlight restorer really works. It is a kit that comes with different grades of sanding pads, a cleaner and compound for polishing.
After removing the scratches I polish with car wax and it looks great.
You can get it at any auto parts store.

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RE: Bakelite scratch repair - klondike98 - 08-26-2013

Thanks for the tip Eric

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RE: Bakelite scratch repair - Jamie - 08-26-2013

Thanks Eric... My own little secret is for a replacement dial cord. A lot of folks use fishing line, but I've found that waxed thread works even better. If there is a Tandy leather store nearby, they sell it. You can get a huge roll for $10. It never, ever slips, doesn't stretch and it holds a shape for ease in getting around pulleys. It's used in leatherworking, so any leather repair shop will have it.

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RE: Bakelite scratch repair - Eric Adams - 08-26-2013

Thanks, PuhPow, I use the string used in cooking but your idea sounds better because it is waxed. I'll give it a try.

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RE: Bakelite scratch repair - Paul Philco322 - 08-27-2013

I have used auto paste wax for bakelite cleaning and poloishing, the one step type seems to do well for me.

Pau

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RE: Bakelite scratch repair - Chuck Schwark - 08-28-2013

I use Excaliber car polish - red and black can.

Chuck

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