malefic99 Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 I need to fixed a scratched halo 2 disc for my nephew I dont want to spend 30 bucks for a game doctor (the one that spins the disc) I was at toys r us today and say a scratch remover for 9.99 called scratch genie by intel. you do it manually with solution and an abrasive thingy.. does it work? I never used any scratch fixers before besides my spit & tshirt :drool thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris F Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 I can't speak for the scratch remover you saw, but I can safely say that the Game Dr. made my PS2 Dead or Alive 2 disc, as well as my Gran Turismo 3 disc playable again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malefic99 Posted March 1, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 thanks.. I'll try the $10 one.. if it doesnt work I'll see if I can return it.. its just the game dr seems so expensive.. is it cheaper online? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeldeal Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 $30 isn't so expensive when you consider that if it fixes one disc it's already paid for itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orpheus Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 You might check to see if any used cd or game stores in your area offer resurfacing services. It'll likely only cost you a couple of dollars to get a single disc done. I'd avoid any of the DIY options other than the disc doctor as they tend to abrade the disc rather unevenly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Daddy Bling Bling Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 Gamedoctor totally ruins disks and the various 'scratch removers' that are marketed don't work. The best way to fix a scratched CD is to get a small bench grinder, attach a cotton pad to it, and buff the scratches out. For deep scratches, you can use a very fine polishing compound but that's more of a last resort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orpheus Posted March 2, 2005 Report Share Posted March 2, 2005 What color compound are you using for the deep scratches? My favorite Echo & The Bunnymen CD is scratched all to hell and repairing it would give me something to do at work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainl Posted March 2, 2005 Report Share Posted March 2, 2005 You might check to see if any used cd or game stores in your area offer resurfacing services. It'll likely only cost you a couple of dollars to get a single disc done. I'd avoid any of the DIY options other than the disc doctor as they tend to abrade the disc rather unevenly. This man speaks the truth. Proper resurfacing equipment costs around $5000, not $30. I've seen the results of a Game Dr. and I've seen the results of the professional stuff, and paying a shop to do the job is worth every penny and then some. Of course, since I know the local indie rental store, I get mine done for free... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malefic99 Posted March 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2005 thanks everyone.. I'll check local used stores about resurfacing discs. anyone from Los Angeles know where I can start? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlot Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 I've fixed a few scratches on CD's and DVD's with the Disc Doctor. It works as advertised, but upon close inspection under light, it creates numerous light scratches on the disc which apparently do not affect functionality. Ironic it creates new scratches to fix existing scratches, but it does work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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