Thanks again for all the positive feedback. Been sanding and buffing. About 3/4 of the paint is buffed. Here's a shot of the finished tailgate. The top molding is due back from the polisher on Monday.
The tailgate if a fairly large hurdle, with all the components to it. It has 2 tone paint, several moldings, latches, emblems, three cover plates on the bed side and massive hinges.