how do i get metallic auto spray paint really really... really shiny?

[stev0]

just like the topic says, i'm trying to get a coat of Universal Black (black with big silver flecks in it) plasti-coat paint extra glossy.

i've primed, sanded, painted, sanded, painted, wet sanded, painted again... now i'm supposed to be using polishing compound to get a final shine to it, but it dosen't seem to be working.

what should be done to make this have a mirror finish?

also.. i was going by the instructions from this tutorial.

thanks in advance

 

[boyRacer]

clear coat... i have 3 coats on my case and its really shiny.

EDIT: That's the same guide i followed... good luck.

 

[stev0]

Originally posted by: boyRacer
clear coat... i have 3 coats on my case and its really shiny.

EDIT: That's the same guide i followed... good luck.

did you use polish on the clear coat?

 

[AlienCraft]

Lots of elbow grease... no substitute.... except maybe SOMEONE ELSE's Elbow grease.....
Keep rubbin'.....

 

[stev0]

bah, i think i need to go and get some rubbing compound instead of polishing compound!

... yep... that is probably my problem.

 

[notfred]

wet sand until you've got it as smooth as you can with 2400 grit paper, then switch to polishing compound until you've got it reflective. It takes a lot of work, but that's what you've got to do.