Quote Originally Posted by BigTruckDriver View Post
Thanks
From what I have found out is that its a RUPP "Continental" from the late 60's. Great its older then I thought.
What would be best to refinish the paint? I was going to use some type of rust converter on the rust and sand, not taking off as much of the original paint if I dont have too. I am stuck with rattle cans though. Heres a pic of 2 bikes thats been restore. Pretty basic bike , but thats a good thing IMO.
BigTruckDriver,
When you say you want to "...not take off as much of the original paint...." do you mean you want to keep the old patina, making it look its age; or do you mean that you don't want to strip it to bare metal before painting? If you're wanting to refinish the frame like those in the pictures just sand it smooth, and get a primer and finish color from Krylon or Rustoleum. A metal etching primer would be a bonus if they have it. Rattle can paint is very thin to atomize through that small orifice, so you need to put on three or four thin coats at each step to get a good coat of finish.