alaskadude;10844811
THIS FROM SURLY:
Since Surly frames are faced prior to painting said:
This statement seems reasonable to me. Personally I'd do it as long as I had handy access to a tool but I wouldn't worry about it if it didn't get done either.
I think it's more important for the head tube. Given what they say, I think removing the paint would be enough for me. If you have easy access to the right tools, facing off the paint is likely to be easier.
I've built up a few Surly frames, and I'd suggest doing it. At the least use a razor blade and some fine grit sandpaper on a wooden block to get it down to the metal again. If you have the ability to do it or have it done, do it before building your frame up. It's much easier to bring a frame to the shop, and a lot less work if you haven't already built it up.
I personally would let the shop hit it, if you've got a decent one nearby. I do almost everything on my bikes at home, but facing is one of the few things I leave to the guys with the right tools. I just consider it part of the deal with a new frame.
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