scratch touch up

[Jokeree at aol.com]

if the paint is metallic flake type (as I think you stated) it will be pretty 
difficult to match up the pattern of metallic flakes in the paint to the 
touch up area. IMHO, for best results - tape off scratch area around the 
edge's of the scratch. Light layer after light layer fill in the scratch with 
touch-up base paint. When proper drying time has elapsed, peel off tape and 
wipe clean. Now take the clear coat and put a light layer over the *scratch* 
area overlapping a bit onto the original paint around it. Then, when dry, 
take your 1500/2000 grit rubbing compound and give the scratch and its 
surronding area's a light rub or untill you have your desired finish. 
    If the scratch is down to the cars metal, take a rust remover pen and 
lightly go over the exposed metal - then paint. Good Luck!

    Dave Farrer