Bolte-
The sideswipe really wasn't - it was more of a deflection based on your sideswipe regarding Mr. Kirkham....
The polish on my car was pure elbow grease mixed with a lot of varying grits of sandpaper - starting with 120 and ending with 1200 grit. The final shine was done with the use of a buffer and some aluminum polish.......it only takes about 150 hours.
Pat
BTW- I think you car is a Panelcraft based on the rake of the windshield and the rear fender lines - I asked SAI about that and they agreed. FYI
I think Panelcraft makes great bodies too - nothing wrong with that!