wow! well that's not the best of news for the bike!

to me, it looks minor, but apparently it's a pretty big deal!
then again i haven't ridden a bike since i was a kid...

i'll try to take some measurements and get some seatcluster pictures this evening...

if it's not safe, it's not safe. i'm ok with that... (the tires are in no condition to ride anyways)
but... what shall i do with it now?!
would it be worth trying to fix or just part it out?
maybe this bend in the down tube has to do with it not having the original rear derailleur and other parts.

any ideas on it's future are welcomed!!!

had this pic on the computer already: