Applying the clearcoat
If you have runs or dust in your finish, use a block to wet-sand the front and back faces of the body flat. Wipe dry and use a tack cloth to remove any particles of dust.
There is no need to sand if your colour coat is smooth and free from major defects.
Just as you applied the colour coat, carefully spray the clear lacquer. Sides first then fill in, keeping the coat wet but not so thick that it runs.
Spray a second and third coat, leaving time between coats for the prior one to dry sufficiently. Once you are happy that you have sprayed enough lacquer, leave the body to set for at least 3 days, preferably a week or two for the lacquer to harden properly.
sanding and buffing the finish
Once the lacquer had hardened, ideally after 2-3 weeks, block sand the front and back and sand the edges using P800 grade wet or dry paper and plenty of water. Follow this by block sanding with P1200 paper, again wet. Be very careful on the edges not to rub through
Wipe the body dry and then buff using a proprietary rubbing compound, followed by a good quality guitar polish.
Your body should have a mirror-like finish and is now ready for assembly.
