Best compound for original paint?

[Toro]

That makes me wonder if someone else hadn't tried wet sanding just with a coarser grit. The paint has that cloudy look you get after sanding to remove orange peel. I was using a foam pad, two types actually, one for buffing and one for polishing.

[jgr]

I can't stress enough.. do not sand it!!
choosing a compound will depend on, are you doing it by hand or machine?
If by machine..orbital or direct drive?
I can help you from there, also what color is the truck?

[72c20customcamper]

Originally Posted by jgr

I can't stress enough.. do not sand it!!
choosing a compound will depend on, are you doing it by hand or machine?
If by machine..orbital or direct drive?
I can help you from there, also what color is the truck?

Why No sanding ? Stay off the edge just like buffing and lightly sanding with 2500 or 3000 makes it easier to buff . Been doing it for over 40 years that way on old school paint. Either way with a factory metallic paint you can and most likely will get some mottling .

[72c20customcamper]

Originally Posted by Toro

That makes me wonder if someone else hadn't tried wet sanding just with a coarser grit. The paint has that cloudy look you get after sanding to remove orange peel. I was using a foam pad, two types actually, one for buffing and one for polishing.

Pictures of what your working with would be helpful .