Hi Dug. First off welcome. Its YOUR pump to do what you want. And these are just my thoughts when I look at that pump you have. To me looks good to me the way it is. I've kinda noticed for most guys that get into this hobby for awhile, as found condition (as long as its not toasted) is more desirable. If you strip it and make it look brand new, it will not be the same pump you admired for years. Not the same feeling when you look at it. You really cant recreate that look. Personally I would clean the decal a little better and proudly display it out of the severe weather. There are tons of Wayne pumps already restored/destroyed and really ,i feel less in original shape. Like Dick says, haste makes waste. Either way, welcome and enjoy that nice pump.
