Everything is original except that rear derailer. I think I'll go with cyclone mII.

Seat post is still stuck in place, unfortunately. My first experience with this. I'll get it eventually!




Think I might need a new seat.




After removing brakes, levers for cleaning and getting stem unstuck. Also, goodbye ugly, useless reflectors. Looking a little better:




So it's 'sonic blue'. It was also available on 1956 cadiallacs and stratocasters. I should be able to get some touch up paint mixed for me at napa for a reasonable price.