Here are a few pics so you can see what I'm dealing with. The bike needs some REAL effort, but I considered the project because the really important things were intact, the components are all functioning and in good shape. The frame is without rust and dents and remains scratch free, even after the seatpost ordeal. Any scratches are superficial, and only into the clearcoat.
But I do need decals, definitely. In fact I think I could use some real advise on this project, I'm not new to building bikes, but I've only built modern ones, and let's face it, to build a modern bike all you need is a 5mm hex. This is a completely different animal.