text: CDs get a lot of scratches overtime.  I see you have tried the vaseline trick.  Did you try the toothpaste? howabout wipe off?  Let me post it for you in case you haven't:\n\nSquirt toothpaste around the scatched CD. \n\nTake the face cloth (or towel) and wipe the tooth paste (don't use the clear gel type) around. Use a circular pattern, don't rub too hard, but work the scratched area over well, and then wipe it off. Wipe from the centre of the disc to the outer edges to prevent further damage to the disc. \n\nAfter all toothpaste is gone you're good to go. \n\nRepeat steps 2 and 3 if necessary. \n\nThis doesn't always work but it should make a difference. Scratches will be there but it won't skip anymore.\n\nHope I was of help.