Exactly why I started this thread. Surely, there is someone who does this type of stuff in their day job and can bring some of that knowledge here.
I got as far as buying some paint and coating stripper yesterday. When I get to do anything with it, I will update back here. Don't wait up, it might be a week or two before I have another Round Tuit in my pocket to spend.

Hobbsy, yeah your Saito there. That is very much the type of thing I am asking about here.

Spaceworm, painting over existing coating is just shoddy workmanship. I go by that if going to do it, do it properly or don't do it at all.