Hej, new here! I would like to fix my dad’s old bike to use it around town.
Wondering for the best way to remove rust, maybe without removing all the paint.
If i have to scrub it all away, then what would be a good easy way to repaint it?
Other than this, im planning on fixing brakes and gear. Should i look out for anything else? It’s the first time i do something like this!
by Sweet-Contribution71
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>… im planning on fixing brakes and gear. Should i look out for anything else?
Nothing in your post identifies any problems or issues with brakes or drivetrain. So no usefull advice can be given. Just ride the bike and then identify any issues first. This includes tires, wheels, etc.
Personally, if those wheel rims are made of steel, I wouldn’t even bother fixing up this bike. You’re going to spend more (tires, brake pads, cables and housing, chain, cassette/freehweel, assuming the shifters even still work right) on the bike than it’s worth. Financially, would make much more sense spending about $100 to $200 on a more modern quality used bike and fixing that up.
Maybe leave the rust? It looks just surface level, and people are less likely to steal a rusty bike. New seat, hand grips, and chain should also be on the list (not sure how many gears are on the back, but 6/7/8 gears all use the same type of chain). If you want to go further than that, maybe upgrade the brakes (Tecktro linear pull/v brakes?) and/or upgrade the shifters (Microshift 3×7/8/9 clickers?).
This bike has a beautiful patina. Don’t ruin it. Highlight it. Maybe change the rusty handle bar. I’ve never liked rusty bars on a patina restoration. You can even seal the petina. There clear car paint exactly for it. Only fix mechanical issues and only clean with soap and water. Don’t try to scour off the oxidation anywhere or it might look patchy.
Does anyone know what the attachments to the chainstay are for?