Originally Posted by
Bigrig8600
I just purchased a Japanese Chromoly steel bike, a Univega Gran Preimo. It has some rust issues, enough rust to consider getting it sand blasted just to be safe. I have considered going with a powdercoat and applying new decals. Does anyone have any experience taking this route with vintage steel? Any tips to get the best final product? Any suggestions where I can find the reproduction decals?
Thanks,
-C.J.
I think it is best to remove the rust with sandpaper! Afterwards just paint the surface with primer! Let the primer dry and the apply top coat paint! Top coat paint should be rust preventive!