OCD ASS GAMER (Question)

[mrskellington]

I didn't know which forum to put this in, so if it's the wrong on please move it. I was looking at some of your collections in the threads and they are quite impressive. I've been packing stuff up lately because I'm moving, and while doing so noticed some small scuffs scratches on stuff like my OG Xbox, Steel Battalion Controller, Sega Genesis.....

It sucks because I thought this stuff was in good condition, well it still is, just not minty. Anyway to get the scratches out of matte plastic? Or if this stuff was in your collection what would you do?

I was thinking about finding ones in better shape, but those may bound to get damaged again somehow.... maybe not.

Or maybe I should just enjoy what I have. It's not like I'm going to sell this stuff. 

 

[Trollsmeesh]

How deep are the scratches? If they're just scuffs I am sure you can clean them off, if not who cares? Unless you're displaying them or selling them it wont matter too much. Keep them around to play the classics and store them in a nice cool area when not in use. (Possibly in bubblewrap...thats what I do with all my old consoles. lol)

 

[mrskellington]

They're just scuffs, but they won't clean off :[ 

 

[Trollsmeesh]

Here are a few different methods I found online, feel free to try them, never seen a scuff mark that couldn't be removed.

• Scrub the scuff marks off the plastic with a magic cleaning eraser. These white, rectangle shaped foam-like cleaning pads are available in the cleaning aisle of department stores.
• Apply lighter fluid to a rag. Scrub the plastic item with the rag until the scuff marks are gone. Rinse the item by wiping with a damp cloth. Be careful when using lighter fluid. It is extremely flammable and should be kept away from open flames and sparks.
• Apply water-displacing spray directly onto the scuff marks. Allow the spray to sit on the plastic for 30 seconds. Wipe the area clean with a damp cloth. Repeat the process until the scuff marks are no longer visible.
• Pour a few drops of rubbing alcohol on a clean, white cloth. Rub the scuff marks off the plastic with the cloth. Add a few more drops of rubbing alcohol and continue scrubbing until all scuff marks are gone.
• Apply a metal, plastic and fiberglass polish, such as Flitz, to a cloth. Rub the plastic with the cloth to clean away the scuff marks. Be sure to follow all directions and warnings for your specific brand of polish.