Took off front forks, painting

Removed front forks and front wheel today. Also I took off the top of the triple tree to paint it. I could not get the bottom half off I think I need a special tool to remove the bearings. I was twisting the head around and I think the bearings need replacing. I tried to clean up the front forks but they where to oxidized to scrub clean. I will have to figure something else out to get them to shine. The front brake caliper was also taken off to take apart and to rebuild and paint the assembly. I will have to take photos and get back here and post them. Today I was on call and all this week so I do not know when I will have to stop and rush out to work. It was a good day and I was happy with the forward progress on the bike.