About Brian Warmuth Expertise I`d like questions relating to MG automobiles, problems, their repair and diagnosis.
Experience I have owned over 10 MG autos, currently own 3 (a 1958 MGA, a 1959 ZB Magnette and a 1960 Farina Magnette) I do all of my own work for over the last 20+ years, including bodywork and restoration. I have owned and worked on a 1969 Midget, a 1974 Midget, a 1972 MGB, a 1952 MG TD, and others.
Organizations New England MG-T Register.
Education/Credentials BA, MS Former bodyshop manager for Lincoln-Mercury dealership
Question Hi Brian, this is not MG-specific, but do you know how to remove windshiled scratches and smears caused by metal parts of the wiper blade as it sweeps back and forth? ( I should have replaced the blade). Thanks.
Answer Hi Larry!
Yup! You basically remove the scratches (if not too deep- see below) by buffing or polishing them out. The compound and tool (buffing -polishing pad you use with an electric hand drill) should be available from a local large and established auto parts place in your area like NAPA. ( I doubt that Pep-boys, Advance, etc) would have the kits but you could check. Make sure you use paper and masking tape to protect the trim and paint area around the windshield and to make clean-up lots easier.
Bad news: If your scratches are deep you will not be able to polish them out and a new windshield is your only solution. "Deep" means if your fingernail "catches" when you run it sideways over the scratch--it is probably gonna be too deep to polish out. As a last resort you could consult with a automotive glass speciality shop in your area for their opinion..it should be free, but don't be suprised if they want to sell you a windshield.
