Originally Posted by SlimRider

Hey there ChowChow!

If I were you, I'd dismantle the bike and have it powder-coated. Next, I'd get my wheels nice and shiny (like new). I'd replace the casette, the derailleurs, the chain, and the shifters, all at one time. If on a budget, I would wait to replace the handlebars, stem, seat, and seat post. Perhaps, one per month or so.

When you're done, it will be like new! It would have also been a lot of fun!

That's the greatest thing about chromoly, you don't have to worry about your bike pooping out on you, just after doing a bunch of upgrades! You'll essentially have a brand new bike!

- Slim

PS.

Go for it!