Surface scratch tubes - what to do

[Highfielder]

Hi,

Long story short: storage tent got caught by the wind, and managed leave some scratches on the starboard rear side tube �� when I saw the white residue, I though the reinforced layer was penetrated. Turned out to be concrete dust from one of the foundations for the storage tent.

To me, the scratches seem pretty shallow. I think my soul has a deeper scratch. Is there anything I can do to make the scratches go away, or at least blend in with the tube? I'm thinking low speed polishing..

[jeffstevens763@g]

I would just get some aerospace protectant rubbed over it and stop looking at it if it were me

[Highfielder]

Nice advise! �� With time, maybe. Hard to not look at when rest of the dinghy is in perfect condition ��

[neil.mccrirrick]

Think of it as character and the story of the boat we all have scratches and dings, its inevitable with age, unless you stay in wrapped up in cotton wool and don't breathe

[Highfielder]

You're right! Guess im not always looking at things from the bright side At least I dont have to patch it.

[RoyP]

Originally Posted by neil.mccrirrick

Think of it as character and the story of the boat we all have scratches and dings, its inevitable with age, unless you stay in wrapped up in cotton wool and don't breathe

Battle scars

[jeffstevens763@g]

Shallow fjord