Originally Posted by
jar351
it looks great, but there are some spotty areas (upper seat tube/seat cluster, BB shell, chainstays). In any case I'm happy as I'd say the frame looks about 100 times better than when I got it. It's a very gratifying feeling to rescue such a fine frame from near oblivion. I'm far from an expert on frame construction, but even an imbecile like me is forced to recognize quality craftsmanship when working over a frame like this over an extended period.
I have no experience with oxalic acid baths, but do you all think the chainstays, fork crown, and lower headset cup would benefit from one considering that they still have a bit of rust?
It's a pleasure to get close to a well made frame. I know enough about brazing to appreciate the level of workmanship. Some of the flaws in the chrome are due to incomplete polishing or "faraday effect" (or something like that) plating flaws. I have had good luck using small hard polishing wheels to root out rust spots and imperfections.