Has anyone checked with a paint shop to see if a clearcoat can be added......

[grampi]

Originally Posted by brickhardmeat

I am not certain that there is only one layer of clear but there can't be much. Why? Cost.

I had a scratch on my bumper probably bumped a tool installing struts or it happened pulling stuff in and out of the hatch area. It ws -very- easy to remove with Scratch X. Took me about 2 min. and it vanished.

The problem in doing that is you're basically using an abrasive to remove some or all of the clearcoat (depending on how deep the scratch is) surrounding the damaged area so you no longer see the scratch. Not only is a very thin clearcoat being used by the auto makers to save money, they obviously aren't using the most durable stuff either. I'll let you guys know what I find out about having the entire front end and hood done up with the good stuff by a paint shop.