New to me truck - will the paint polish? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**IT Cowboy** · Today, 11:53 AM

I purchased a truck yesterday and the paint is a bit shiny but it isn't glossy or super smooth and it has a very slight orange peel to it. I think it is single stage as some suggested as it was re-painted 10 years ago and it looks like they never polished it fully. I am going to try to find a out of the way spot on it to test to see if it will polish. I will probably use Maguires light polish and then put a good sealant over it if it comes out nice.

Any suggestions how to test or approach this or what to do? Edit: I have to RO polishers in different sizes. I am also wondering if I need to wet sand it first with 2k grit?

Link to pic, I cannot post? If you click on it to add the + and go full size you can see the orange peel on it

https://i.ibb.co/8DjrwSKs/yellow-fender.jpg

Hereis a link to a new pic. This ones shows the sun shining on the paint but it isn't reflecting

https://i.ibb.co/BMQRTkM/yellow-sun.jpg

72c20customcamper · Today, 12:05 PM

Hand polishing will only get you so far I would suggest an orbital buffer . I use a Flex brand with great results even on dead paint this is my 68 if your not comfortable doing it you can get a detail shop to do it . You would be amazed at the results a good detailer can get

**IT Cowboy** · Today, 12:08 PM

I am also wondering if I need to wet sand it with 2k grit first?

I have 2 different size random orbital polishers with all color of pads.

72c20customcamper · Today, 12:13 PM

I would test the paint in an inconspicuous spot as to how the paint reacts to sanding . If it’s a single stage it should take well to color sanding I’m always apprehensive of cutting clear because there’s really no way of telling its thickness . The only reason to cut and buff is to correct defects

**IT Cowboy** · Today, 12:16 PM

I dont expect a show finish and I think it looks nice as it is but it could be better.

72c20customcamper · Today, 12:44 PM

I would just buff it with a mild abrasive then polish. I really like the Griots ultra polish with a finish pad prior to wax

**IT Cowboy** · Today, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I would just buff it with a mild abrasive then polish. I really like the Griots ultra polish with a finish pad prior to wax

I have used and like Griots 2-step compound and polish. I think they make a 3 step now too.

Today, 11:53 AM	#1
IT Cowboy Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2025 Location: Clarkdale, Arizona Posts: 27	New to me truck - will the paint polish? I purchased a truck yesterday and the paint is a bit shiny but it isn't glossy or super smooth and it has a very slight orange peel to it. I think it is single stage as some suggested as it was re-painted 10 years ago and it looks like they never polished it fully. I am going to try to find a out of the way spot on it to test to see if it will polish. I will probably use Maguires light polish and then put a good sealant over it if it comes out nice. Any suggestions how to test or approach this or what to do? Edit: I have to RO polishers in different sizes. I am also wondering if I need to wet sand it first with 2k grit? Link to pic, I cannot post? If you click on it to add the + and go full size you can see the orange peel on it https://i.ibb.co/8DjrwSKs/yellow-fender.jpg Hereis a link to a new pic. This ones shows the sun shining on the paint but it isn't reflecting https://i.ibb.co/BMQRTkM/yellow-sun.jpg Last edited by IT Cowboy; Today at 12:30 PM.

Today, 12:05 PM	#2
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,811	Re: New to me truck - will the paint polish? Hand polishing will only get you so far I would suggest an orbital buffer . I use a Flex brand with great results even on dead paint this is my 68 if your not comfortable doing it you can get a detail shop to do it . You would be amazed at the results a good detailer can get Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

Today, 12:08 PM	#3
IT Cowboy Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2025 Location: Clarkdale, Arizona Posts: 27	Re: New to me truck - will the paint polish? I am also wondering if I need to wet sand it with 2k grit first? I have 2 different size random orbital polishers with all color of pads.

Today, 12:13 PM	#4
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,811	Re: New to me truck - will the paint polish? I would test the paint in an inconspicuous spot as to how the paint reacts to sanding . If it’s a single stage it should take well to color sanding I’m always apprehensive of cutting clear because there’s really no way of telling its thickness . The only reason to cut and buff is to correct defects __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

Today, 12:16 PM	#5
IT Cowboy Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2025 Location: Clarkdale, Arizona Posts: 27	Re: New to me truck - will the paint polish? I dont expect a show finish and I think it looks nice as it is but it could be better.

Today, 12:44 PM	#6
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,811	Re: New to me truck - will the paint polish? I would just buff it with a mild abrasive then polish. I really like the Griots ultra polish with a finish pad prior to wax __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.



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