Inspection of spring cups / pans

I used a brush to move any loose paint / mud,

then a rotary wire brush in a drill to scour away the remaining loose paint / and surface rust ( mine were actually pretty good for @13 years old.)

MESSY JOB..!! ,
wear suitable protective equipment.

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I used a THICK - rust preventing paint, to line the pans / cups - taking CARE to ensure the small drain holes in the bottom edge , and centre , of pans were still clear.

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