Originally Posted by
T-Mar
Welcome to the forums. I don't have the 1977 literature but I do have 1978 and they're very similar. However, it does appear to be an actual 1977, as opposed to 1978 manufactured in late 1977, as the 1978 had the model name shortened offically to Comp.
OEM wheelset for 1978 was 700C Araya rims with Sanshin hubs, so there is a possibility they were replacements. The other possible non-OEM component appears to the saddle which was an Elina in 1978. It's missing the OEM brake lever hoods and toes clips and straps. The front QR skewer looks like it has been screwed tight rather that using the cam locking action, as the lever is in the open position.
Generally, my approach to paint is that you can never go back to orignal. Consequently, I start by cleaning, polishing and touch up. Then I live with it for a while to see if it's really objectable. If it is, then it's time to repaint.
Thanks. I think I'm gonna go with New paint!! The more I look at it.... The more I think it's objectable!