[Peter J]

Couldn't really find what seemed like the right circle to post in, so I'll do it here in hopes that those that have opinions will see and post.

I need a way to clean up scratches on discs. Used ones often need a little attention, but the price is really right sometimes...especially now with MP3s and music servers.

I've got a Disc Doctor that cranks, it actually works pretty well but if I've got to do several discs, it's a pain. I'd rather have something motorized. Before I go for the motorized version of Disc Dr., I thought I'd tap the collective wisdom here.

I have seen commercial machines, but thats probably extreme overkill
for my uses. Something shy of $100 is probably my range.

Favorites, condemnations or comments appreciated.

[Noseyears]

What about this one?

http://www.amazon.com/Simotech-DSR-R1-DVD-Repair-Machine/dp/B000GX31G6

Take a look at it.

[electricbear]

I bought a unit about 10 years ago from Bed, Bath and Beyond that was like a little walkman. I think I paid about $20 for it. It did a great job but only lasted about 4 years before the motors burned out.

[tjohnusa]

Try using polishing compound available in any auto parts store with cotton balls. Polish disc with small amounts on the ball in circular motions and then rinse with water. If disc still won't load, or skips repeat the process. I have cleaned up some pretty bad discs with this for cheap. Of course if the scratches are quite deep they are probably done for. You cab also get grinding compound but this is much more abrasive and will require you to go over it with polishing compound for the final steps. Hope this helps....

[rob-fi]

I bought a unit about 10 years ago from Bed, Bath and Beyond that was like a little walkman. I think I paid about $20 for it. It did a great job but only lasted about 4 years before the motors burned out.

I have used manual cd cleaners, and i think i found the one you mention (or similar)
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A0630588&cs=04&c=us&l=en&dgc=SS&cid=52102&lid=1342490

Its very cheap, but it does a nice job.

[rollo]

Try using polishing compound available in any auto parts store with cotton balls. Polish disc with small amounts on the ball in circular motions and then rinse with water. If disc still won't load, or skips repeat the process. I have cleaned up some pretty bad discs with this for cheap. Of course if the scratches are quite deep they are probably done for. You cab also get grinding compound but this is much more abrasive and will require you to go over it with polishing compound for the final steps. Hope this helps....

  Agree 100% very affective and inexpensive to boot. Really look no further.


charles

[Noseyears]

I've got a Disc Doctor that cranks, it actually works pretty well but if I've got to do several discs, it's a pain. I'd rather have something motorized. Before I go for the motorized version of Disc Dr., I thought I'd tap the collective wisdom here.

Nice idea above, but i think peter is looking for something motorized.
The one on amazon caught my attention.