Help with restoring a free spirit tricycle

ChristineDiane · 04-02-2013, 12:17 PM

Has anybody fixed up a older free Spirit tricycle ? Not sure where to start. It has rust on body and handlebars. Would be grateful for some ideas.

nfmisso · 04-03-2013, 11:32 PM

Rust can be removed using oxalic acid from an autoparts store. Follow the directions. But then you have paint it quickly or similar to prevent it rusting again.

Generally; do the cosmetic work last, get the trike operating smoothly first.

ChristineDiane · 04-04-2013, 06:58 AM

Thank you Nigel. Smile

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