Matt,
Paint remover is a great idea.
I received the parts back from the sandblaster, he did a great job. The footrests and a few other parts had some pitted rust that remained. Small pits that were just deep enough to evade the blast media. I took you advice and sprayed them with rust converter. Waiting overnite for that magic to happen. I used a self-etching primer on the other parts and will follow with a fill primer. Does anyone know if lacquer primer is compatible with urethane base coat paint or do I need some urethane based primer?
I was very interested in your instructions regarding zinc plating. May try that before this process is complete.
I'm glad I had the frame blasted I found a three inch stress crack in the frame by the cross member where the engine rests. Never noticed it before. Spent some quality time with the MIG welder and she's good as new.
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