Canopy frame scratched TAB finish

JP2558
JP2558 Member Posts: 237
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We use a Coleman 12x12 canopy over our clamshell, and last week’s 3 day trip included a lot of wind which enabled the canopy frame to occasionally rub against and scratch the finish of the open clamshell. Anyone with any thoughts on how to erase the scratches? They aren't significant, basically just cosmetic blemishes, but it would be nice to remove them. 

And since this was our second outing, we also managed to close the hatch while (we think) one of the kitchen cabinet doors was open, so there is a ‘dent’ on the inside of the clamshell hatch, and we are now wondering how to repair that as well.

Thoughts?

Thanks, Jerry 
 
2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    edited September 2019
    Try wd-40....and I am not even kidding. You can use that and a rag and try hand buffing them out. I haven't tried this with the T@b but it did work on my Jeep.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

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  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    Depending on how deep the scuffs are...automotive rubbing compound. Auto parts store in the wash & wax section.
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  • Marceline
    Marceline Member Posts: 1,748
    JP2558 said:

    And since this was our second outing, we also managed to close the hatch while (we think) one of the kitchen cabinet doors was open, so there is a ‘dent’ on the inside of the clamshell hatch, and we are now wondering how to repair that as well.

    Thoughts?
    I've used plastic wood (almond color, I think) to fill a couple of dents but I can't promise that's the best solution as they're still visible (at least to me, because I know they're there). I've thought about covering them with some cute graphics.
    San Francisco Bay Area
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  • JP2558
    JP2558 Member Posts: 237
    Thanks for the suggestions. WD-40 didn't work so I will next try the automotive rubbing compound. And I really like the suggestion for Plastic Wood!

    Thanks, Jerry 
     
    2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.
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  • falcon1970
    falcon1970 Member Posts: 758
    @JP2558
    You might try "Polishing Compound" first.  Rubbing compound is somewhat abrasive and will leave a dull spot and require some finishing work anyway.
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  • Homebodyatheart
    Homebodyatheart Member Posts: 2,516
    @JP2558 I can’t help with your finish but I can offer help with how they got there. My 13x13 has 10x10 leg span and due to winds picking it up and campground regulations against using stakes I had to be very creative. Lots of towels and ball bungees were my solution! Good luck!
    2017 T@B 320 Max S silver and cherry red, L@dybug ("Bug" aka my esc@pe pod), TV 2015 Toyota Highlander aka Big Red
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  • rcuomo
    rcuomo Member Posts: 321
    Big fan of Meguiars products. I would try the Marine/RV M45 polish and if that isn’t strong enough go to the Professional M205 polish. Using a DA machine and foam pad for both. 
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  • JP2558
    JP2558 Member Posts: 237
    Thanks for the suggestions. For this coming weekend I think we will simply move it out about a foot away from the hatch!

    Thanks, Jerry 
     
    2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.
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  • mgreen2
    mgreen2 Member Posts: 89
    if its into the paint Nucamp will send you touch up paint for free. You have to request from a dealer and send photos but they mailed it direct to me. 
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  • jschemel
    jschemel Member Posts: 80
    we use those pool tubes around places that could scratch out t@b
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