Originally Posted by azshtr

So in theory, I could remove the paint in the rusted area of the top tube, place the frame upside down in a wall paper tray in a OA soak of the TT, then rinse with a baking soda soak the same way, rinse with fresh water... and have no paint discoloration? Then just touch up the paint as needed.

Just curious as I'm learning. For this issue however I think I will just physically remove the little rust under the TT and touch it up.