Frame Rust

[bobh41]

I have several pretty small areas of rust on the frame of my 1974 R90/6, totaling, I suppose, about 4 - 6 sq. inches. It's overdue for a complete restoration, but I'm not near ready for such a project. I would like to clean the areas and repaint to match the original. Does anybody have a recommendation for primer and paint - and any other surface prep requirements?

I also want to replace the tires and spokes. How can I assure the wheels themselves are in the best possible condition? Would a microscopic examination reveal any and all flaws in the metal?

[stevehebert]

Google POR 15. It is pretty neat stuff and may be just what you are looking for.

[Bill Burke]

How can I assure the wheels themselves are in the best possible condition? Would a microscopic examination reveal any and all flaws in the metal?

http://www.buchananspokes.com/aboutus.htm

[bobh41]

Thanks. Both of these will be very useful to me.

[R80andR100RT]

Good old Rustoleum Black semi-gloss is an excellent match to the BMW frame paint for touch up purposes.