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HELP...Bubble Wrap Marks in PIANO BLACK Speakers??

I just purchased a pair of Piano Black speakers here on Audiogon. I received them today (9/12/06) nicely packed and carefully wrapped with bubble wrap. As I unpacked & unraveled the bubble wrap from each speaker, I noticed the bubble wrap left round shaped dot marks on the Piano Black finish of each speaker. It is not something that can be felt with the finger, so I thought it would wash off easily.

I tried cleaning with water, Windex & Orange BLAST Auto/Shop degreaser. Nothing worked. Then I tried Liquid Glass auto polish and Zymol cleaner wax. Still, I can't remove the bubble wrap markings. I even tried 70% rubbing alcohol in a tiny back corner. That did not work either.

I'm getting a bit nervous now, since these speakers were stored several months in this wrapping and they're all covered with the marks like leopard spots. I don't know if the marks will come out now, or how the Seller will respond to this. He is aware of the marks, but not that I can't get them out. I'd really like to remove the marks and to keep the speakers. Does anyone have suggestions for a cleaner for this?
tekhifi
umaasa
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I had a similar problem and I used 3M Imperial Microfinishing glaze that contains no silicone or wax..
Part No. 05992

This is not always available but try to check this out with a car store.
It is a little bit pricey and if you cannot obtain it, and all others failed, let me know.. I may be able to give you a small amount..
gregadd
574 posts
 
Tekhifi-I don't mean to be sexist. But this is a job for women. Try one of those helpful hints or Dear Heloise columns.
Gregadd
tekhifi OP
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Thanks Guys: All good suggestions, but they didn't work. The speakers are serveral years old, so it is a hard finish. I was told different types of wool are used on buffing wheels and I'm afraid in the wrong hands more damage can be done to the finish and/or drivers. I am reluctant to try a hair dryer in fear of baking the marks on. And lastly, I'm not sure this is women's work (LOL). Keep the suggestions coming, please.
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boa2
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Keep the suggestions coming, please.
Call the manufacturer. If that doesn't work, call the piano store. Automotive paint is different than furniture paint, so you'll need different products.
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ozzy62
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I think the suggestion about a mild abrasive may be right. If these are indeed a piano black paint finish over veneer, then some car polish may be just the trick. I once owned a pair of Roman Audio Centurions with the Galaxy Cream finish and the manufacturer suggested car wax to maintain them. I would try a little on a rag in an unobtrusive area to see what the results might be.

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