Hi Rob,
I have used automotive before, and I've also used guitar buffing compounds - just be sure and not buff at too high a speed and keep your pad moving at all times because both dope and stringed instrument nitro-cellulouse lacquer will soften and even burn if you're not careful.  By all means use a power buffer as Phill Granderson explained in his last column in MA  - it's fine as long as you pay attention.  I'd slip back and read Phil's column for a brush up if I were you, it's very good information. 
I also am always sure to allow my stuff to cure for at least a couple of weeks before attacking it.  Four to six weeks is even better!   
Blessings,
Will

Hi ,

Thanks fellows , I appreciate the info

Rob

Yes, it does!  Brother Randy does outstanding work, which wasn't learned overnight.

And newsprint used to be used to rub out planes, also. Corn starch is outstanding for rubbing out black lacquer.  Point is, whatever you have, will work, if you use it right and have patience.

Another "common" item is Gorham's Silver Polish (the pink paste, Onieda, etc.).  Several Concours winning finishes from some place in NJ were rubbed out with that.........