Resurfacing a DVD using car scratch remover!

We don't just clean video games here! These methods can be used on DVDs, Audio CDs, CD-Roms, any disc that has a protective layer of polycarbonate!!
Wel also don't just use Novus here, there's a whole world of scratch removers and plastic polishes out there that you can use! So here we go! Resurfacing a DVD using car scratch remover!!
The steps might seem similar to the other resurfacing videos, and they are. But I want to make sure people see that any disc can be resurfaced using this method! And remember that the results might not always be obvious at first, so make sure you're trying out the disc after a few polishes! Even a scratches disc can read sometimes!
And as always, let me know in the comments what issues you might have, or what successes you've had! It's way more interesting and fun to help others! So let me know!
-Eldoug
Tools I use! And affiliated links to buy them on Amazon!
(Let me know if you are outside of the US, I have suggested tools for most international countries too!)
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[@RestoreAndReplay]

Avi pull your socks up! We're here with a video that apparently was in demand somewhat! Go figure! I'll be sure to make an Audio CD and CD-Rom version of this as well, but it's that same tried and true method! Give it a shot!

[@blackfaith351]

Hi, I would like to ask a question. Could you give me an invite to your discord server? I remember back when you talked about one and how on there is enough info for some countries for alternatives to what you use in your videos. It is pretty sad how some people can do some interesting and pretty useful content but the algorythm still doesn't give you a helping hand, keep this stuff up!

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Sure thing! So its the GAMEYE game collecting app discord. I have a cleaning channel and cleaning articles on there. It also makes it a heck of a lot easier to talk about cleaning things directly. Plus I just really like the app! Link below! discord.gg/GrWaxWg

[@darthkahn45]

These vids are so soothing and therapeutic. Keep up the good work I was so bummed when I ran out of scratched games/DVD's to polish (and that thrill of them suddenly running perfectly) I was really tempted to get into buying 'acceptable' condition games from ebay just so I had something new to sprooce up. You've infected me with the polish bug man! 🤣

[@RestoreAndReplay]

It's very addicting! I regularly run out of scratched non-working discs. There are discs that stores deem "nonworking" (meaning they just don't want to waste the time) and those tend to clean up quick. And don't get me started on how often eBay "nonworking" discs come back to life with a little polish! 😄

[@donovanbradford8231]

Very agree most of the time I can't get Ebay discs to not work is they are destroyed bottom and top as well.

[@davidaamez1363]

Love it, I have a stack of dvds I need to go through. Long live physical media!!!

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Exactly!! I absolutely didn't realize that DVD collectors might want to have the same results! So next up is Audio CD! No reason to toss out old nonworking discs!

[@francescosilver6720]

Hi, congratulations for the video, I'm an Italian guy and I'm also passionate about these manual DVD/game restoration jobs... On Amazon, I saw scratch X with a new formula "with wax protection", can I ask you if this product is also good ? or rather the old scratch X ? Before I used the Arexons scratch remover, some games restarted, but the scratches remained... They also recommended the Farecla G3 and the Farecla G 360 black cap, I don't know if you've tried them and can you tell me?.. Some also recommend the use of isopropyl alcohol before cleaning, but I find it a slightly aggressive product for DVDs? Thank you for these excellent videos, a source of inspiration for me, I hope to see new ones soon!

[@theomuraca7395]

Hey Doug first off just want to let you know your videos are fantastic you have helped me save so many cd's that I thought would never work again and now they play perfect. I have used Novus and did not have luck but when I used scratch x it worked great. couple questions I have is what was the name of the polish you use not the scratch x but the second polish you used, another thing is are you going to make a video of using micromesh sanding pads so I can take out deep scratches in some of my old childhood movies that I would love to save. And last but not least if you could contact me to see if there is a way to help me out on removing deep scratches. kind regards thank you for all the help Theo hope to see some more great videos.

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Mirror Glaze is the 2nd polish I used! It's a Meiguars polish, and I'll do an entire series on it soon enough. I am planning to do a micromesh video in the near future. I just have to be very very very careful as to HOW I make that video. I can just forsee people going to town with sand pads and wondering why things got significantly worse. I might actually do a live demo with someone else to show them how to use the pads. It's easy to show how to use them once you know how, but it's tough to explain, ya know? But so yeah, deep scratches require either sanding or Novus 3, but it really depends on the thickness of the disc too! Shoot me a message and I can help you address what you've got and what the next best step is!

[@irisholdg]

Glad i stumbled on this i was trying to use original turtle wax. Doh! But this is a game changer. Done 2 cds both look the business. One is a Madonna cd on track 4 so far so good. Top banana... cheers buddy...

[@RestoreAndReplay]

I guess you could say these videos are your Lucky Star? Because Madonna.... alright I'll see myself out.

[@potioneddie6631]

The important things is. It is gonna work? It will have side effects? Like... having more scratches and even make the disc broke.

[@ChimeraSubject45]

I was just wondering if any kind of coated gloves will work. The ones i found at my store all had rougher textures compaired to yours and im worried they might cause more damage. Otherwise what kind do you use?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Mine are nitrile work gloves from Dex Fit. But yeah a lot of the ones I've found in stores have a rougher texture too. If you're looking for gloves similar to mine, look for cheaper ones. I'd rather the glove coating break down instead of them hurting the discs, ya know? But also you could absolutely get away with just regular rubber gloves that offer protection too!

[@christopherbrownmaaga4668]

R.I.P. Dennis farina

[@deanpope224]

I'm a detailer..I use it alot on my old console ..

[@Lincolnshire-Paranormal]

I use car polish too, but for really deep scratches I use a dremel polishing wheel to great effect !

[@RestoreAndReplay]

So just be careful with anything powered rotation like that. You can actually start to get a wave-shaped pattern on the disc itself. A guy sent me over a few discs he tried to clean with a bench sander (with a polishing wheel) and they all started to ripple!

[@mcmarco]

Hey Doug, do you know any good scratch remover which i can easily get here in Germany (without paying a fortune)? I really don't know what to get because most of them seem to have no ingredient list. What do you think about these small round "scratch remover pads" instead of paper towels, are they any good? I saw some people using them (on cars though). Good videos, i like them a lot they are very useful and relaxing at the same time. Thanks!

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Yes! Let me find a list I made for someone else in Germany. There are a handful of car scratch removers that are idential to the ones you'd find in the states. As for the scratch remover pads there are two kinds in the US. Ones that are a "wipe away scratches" and ones that are useful for applying scratch remover to. For the "scratch wipers" those are pretty useless (and expensive). but for the pads that you use to apply scratch remover to? Those will absolutely work! They are also pretty expensive at times, but will work fine. A rough rule of thumb is that if it's safe for car clearcoats, you're safe to use it on game discs (usually). Car detailers are a lot pickier about scratches and how to remove them. But I've used paper towels, shop cloths, tshirts, cotton balls, all sorts of things. Give it a test first and see if it causes any scratches and adjust accordingly, add more compound or use less pressure. You'll find something other than paper towels that will work best for you! I suggest starting with cotton balls or cotton pads for starters!

[@mcmarco]

@@RestoreAndReplay Thanks. Yeah, i was talking about these pads you have to apply scratch remover to.

[@daviddowns7552]

What type of scratch remover pads are available? And are microfiber towels ok? I've been using those.

[@queenchrysalis6873]

I have a dvd of happy feet that freezes during play. Im not sure if its scratched or not but I am pretty sure it is. I haven't received it yet, but I thought it wouldn't hurt to ask anyway. I have turtle lens cleaner, nu finish car polish, and carfidant ultimate scratch and swirl remover.

[@Corrbin1]

is that a microfiber towel you rubbing the compound with or a paper towel?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Paper towel because it's a bad habit of mine.... Try to use a microfiber cloth if you can! Paper towels can add light surface scratches if they are low quality (I really need to stop using them in videos, but it's such an old habit!)

[@christopherbrownmaaga4668]

Rest in peace Dennis farina who was in the movie snatch

[@HouseholdDog]

I used to be a massive Crime Story fan.

[@joelyft9890]

Ive used that same stuff to buff out scuffs on my car. After a few washes, they are back. I am wondering if it is a temporary fix. I know I won't be washing the dvds, but does it stay over time?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

So on cars it's a little different since you are dealing with a clear coat and usually a polish/wax. On DVDs and discs you will actually remove the polycarbonate itself (not a top coat) which will take the scratch with it!

[@julianabanana3889]

Know that I only say this because I adore you so much But where are all these videos you keep promising?🥺

[@RestoreAndReplay]

I'm working on them! Honest!! 😄 A big part of the delay is my requirement, each method shown has to be replicable by others, and must hit a 70% success rate. So sometimes the method needs tweaked, or my explanations need redone, before a video can be released. It slows down the content creation a ton, but also guarantees that people will have greater success at the methods!! But also a lot of times I just get distracted and completely forget about those other videos. Which one are you looking for! I'll make that one next!

[@josiahbailey514]

Will this technique work on Blu-ray dice with car scratch removal product used in the video thank you for your time I would really appreciate a response to the question ❓ I have 😊

[@RestoreAndReplay]

It can work, I'll make a bluray specific video. But you'll want to water down the polish a bit, and focus on just polishing the scratch itself.

[@josiahbailey514]

Thanks for the advice

[@dcXero]

Are you just using regular paper towels or something different/special?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Regular paper towels like a maniac. I should use something nicer, but it's what we used at GameStop for years and years and I can't break the habit!!

[@daviddowns7552]

I used Maguires on dvds and plastx i usually get results. Sometimes i think some dvds are defective. They can start working but some portions of the movie are cut out. And ive had a couple that absolutely would not play... I guess defective but ive had alot of them work again pretty good.

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Absolutely, DVDs can be so hit and miss based largely on manufactuing and the quality of the discs they are printed on. Sometimes they feel so super cheap, its wild.

[@WattTheTech]

I know you said almost anything can work i Have some Meguiars PlastX is that OK for CD and DVD?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

It does! I still have a bottle of it, I just never see it in the stores anymore. Now everyone is on to 2.0 apparently!

[@mikesgamingchannel17]

Does removing the scratches cause the movie to be unplayable?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

No sir! Removing the scratches allows the movie to function! Removing scratches helps with skipping, trouble playing, heck even audio issues!

[@jackmanatawa5212]

Can I use toilet paper to put car scretches removal onto the DVD and then move it in a circular way?

[@RestoreAndReplay]

I mean you could, but the toilet paper wouldn't hold up for too long. Try it with a towel, shirt, or cloth!

[@samuraicollector2903]

I have seen some of your videos, so I got very interested in that way of fixing a dvd with the car wax. So, I bought the meguarrs scratch x, and used a scotch brite microfiber, I did the circular movement, then after 15 mins, I took a look and all the cd looked like having lots of small scratches, this is the first time I do this, so maybe this is normal or maybe I put to much pressure. So I got scared and stopped. Before doing this wax car thing, I bought this machine called the private disc cleaning and repair, this thing just hurts even more the disc. But I skipped the first step and went directly to the second step, and used the car wax liquid, put very little, just like 2 drops, and when the disc finished, actually looked way better. So I did it again, then did the final step with the blue discs and the cleaning fluid, the disc was a little wet, just cleaned with the micro fiber and… looked pretty good. It was not perfect, I could see some circular marks, but not bad, actually the disc was shiny, I put inside the computer and finally it was working. So I will do this way. With my hand is way to hard, but it was helpful to look at your video for some hints. So I saved that dvd!📀

[@palemonvazquez6621]

You need a drill and a buffer pad that manually buffing technique wont make a difference by the way you add a lot of the product need only a little

[@RestoreAndReplay]

Hey my process worked too! So that's what counts!