....and now for the mistake. I thought I followed everyone's advice and also checked some videos too for tips.
I wet and dry sanded a small section of the side of the body from the neck to near the pickup selecter cavity area. Wet and dry was soaked overnight in water and dishwashing detergent.
The section I sanded has left streaks in the finish. I used cork sanding block and made 4 smooth even passes in the same direction.
This was looking like a beautiful finish before I attacked it. I appreciate any help.