If it is in that of a state, it probably has not seen much maintenance :tired:
So first I would take care of the mechanical condition before the cosmetics.
Like completely flush the lube lines and clean the lube pump and replace the oil metering devices, if it has these.
For cleaning, try the cheap way first, while you have everything apart, try Varsol. if this does not work, you may have to try a Automotive Pre-wash, available at automotive paint stores.
Use a good quality paint, Tremclad is one of the cheapest.
Al.
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