I have a 66 Cadillac that has had the right side repaired poorly. The panels are long and very wavy from the poor work. The paint is two stage and there are some runs and no dry spots so I assume there is enough clear on it to buff. I measured the paint and it has 10-11 mils so I think it is its third coat of paint on this area.

Can I cut and buff the repaired side to make it look a little straighter or is this a waste of time? If this is possible, should I use a longer block (Durablock) instead of the smaller sanding pads?
I just want to make it look less embarrassing while I drive it and sort the mechanicals.

Sure you can...but it won't help hide poor bodywork.

Thanks for the reply.

Yes I know it won't hide the shoddy work, but I forgot to mention that it looks like the clear was not sanded and buffed.

So, let me rephrase my question:

Will clear look flatter after it is sanded and buffed?

Thanks.

Sure, that should help.

Thanks Chris. I do a LOT of detail polishing, but not too much cut and buffing. Will report back on how it turns out.