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Re: Best compound for original paint?
Original Medium Olive is a single stage metallic, so you have to know on the front end that when you buff it (using electric rotary buffer), the metal flake will "pile up" and give a mild swirling look. You also have to know that you will be removing a lot of PAINT when buffing, and will more than likely burn through to the primer coat beneath.
That said, I love the look of SHINY original paint, including all of its defects and character. And even a paint job that has been "burned through to primer", can look beautiful..
Here are some pics of my '70 C20 I put some shine back in. Truck came out of Idaho, and was parked outside its' entire life. Not a lot of paint left when I started. Especially on the hood and top sides....
First pic is side shot of how dull she was... And a couple of before/after pics of the hood.
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