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rchadd:
I have bought a plexi glass bezel for my Centipede machine - unfortunately it had some scratches which i pretty much managed to polish out using brasso. however i notice lots of fine fine "swirl" scratches on the surface. I really would like to get to completely clear if possible.
 
I am wondering if Novus plastic polish (as used for pinball tables) could be used to remove them?
 
Have you used Novus before? is it any good?
 
Is it even feasible to get rid of the fine scratches and get back to completely clear?

Is an electric buffer/polisher required?

would appreciate your advice
NY_in_TX:
yup, Novus will do the trick.  Manual polishing should work, you only need powertools if it's really deep.

now I actually use a cheaper alternative.  a product for cars called Mequire's Scratch X.  It's for removing overspray, swirlmarks, and fine scratches from clearcoat finishes.  I put a bit on a microfibercloth and it buffs everything off. 

Overall I think Novus works better, but Scratch X is a little cheaper.

cheers

IntruderAlert:
where can you buy that?
fl0yd:
http://www.happcontrols.com/amusement/pinball/25132800.htm

Meguires could probably be bought at an auto parts store, they make lots of car waxes.
lustreking:
Check out a motorcycle shop for the novus.  I've always wanted to try it, but it is quite expensive.

I have used the McGuires on plastic headlights, and it made a dramatic difference.  I bought it at AutoZone (don't know if they have those near you), but it was a trial sized packet for 99 cents or something like that.  Anyway, it should definitely be enough for what you need.

So I'd recommend trying the McGuires first just because of the cost....   Although I do want to hear how the Novus works.... ;)

-Steve
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