polarman's refurb Claytronic 68 Dart

How did you prep the pipes? Painted it with what?
Wire brushed, sanded with 120 grit, rubbed down with paint thinner, and brush painted with 2 coats of stove/BbQ paint.I have no budget, so I will be retaining everything I can. I'm a painter by trade, but structural, not automotive. It will hold up for a few years.