I have switched my focus to pumps that are in good original condition.
Here are some that are still out there that I don't think need restoration.
I would pay more for these pumps because there would be no sand blasting or paint to buy.... just clean them up and you may have to buy a few parts, but for the most part I think they look pretty good the way they are.... and they are only original once.
...I totally agree that
those pumps just need a few parts and cleaning, and that's it...maybe new wiring if you wanted to light them up...