HI GUYS! i recently purchased a 70s lm402. it's not in great condition but i have hope that i can still restore it and make it sing, baby.
here are the issues: (advice/opinions would be greatly appreciated! )
A. the past owner wrapped the shell in a fugly vinyl wrap with very strong adhesive double-sided tape. i managed to remove the components of the drums and strip off the wrap but now it's A GLUE/ADHESIVE GUNK MESS and it's very difficult and tedious to remove. WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO REMOVE THAT CRAZY GUNK? would paint thinner do the job? i want to bring back the luster of the chrome
B. the bottom bearing edge is not completely smooth. it has a few dings from the chrome peeling off. how can i smooth-en it out again?
C. i noticed that the past owner sprayed silver paint over some portions inside the shell (those portions were a little rough. oxidation i guess?). would it be safe to clean it/polish it out with paint thinner?
D. im torn 50/50 with re-chroming or stripping the the shell of its chrome (if that's possible) just to get some consistency and to smoothen out the bottom bearing edge
to those who read this and to those who reply and help out, advanced thank you and have a great day!