I love Cadillac's too. Owned several cars and even a Shelby Cadillac bike. But sadly it I need to repair it again. I love your cool frame and concept so far.
It was very cool to ride with you @Falstaff today. It was neat to see your hawthorne on hawthorne st. Very nice to meet you and good luck in the build off. Cool bike
There is a lot going on. The angle of the seat stay to tank was matched almost perfectly so the flow was not interrupted. Lots of give and takes in that marriage. Look forward to the next episode!!!
Scale modelers use hairspray and acrylic paint to weather or age items. Also craft stores sell an two part system to chemically rust or oxidize items as well. Both are easy to master and others have tutorials on YouTube.just a thought your idea should work though.