Thanks RonK,
some great ideas there.
I've some white spirits for chain cleaning which might work a treat for sticker removal.
I really like my silver wheels and think they help add to the "old school" classic look I was trying to achieve.
Of course the black frame contributes to this ideal most, but I think the details help.
I'm not going to lose sleep worrying about the rims.
I'll be vigilant in their periodic inspection but not paranoid about it.
I can be hopeful that they are from a different batch than Ricky's but at the end of the day, they are built and are what they are.
Theres no going back in time second guessing myself.
I'll consider 40psi to keep some pressure off them (the tyres have a rating of 30min to 50max from memory) but other than that there's nothing I can do except ride them.
I think I'm fine with the steerer uncut but will make a final decision once your SJS Cycles Thorn adapter has arrived and installed to see whats what.
Actually been down the Bunnings route and currently no threaded rod available in metric according to three Bunnings stores and my local hardware store. On back order. Baalzamon had suggested exploring this idea when he came around. Apparently there is a specialty store dealing in fasteners (nuts and bolts) which I need to find anyway for some more stainless hex bolts so will try for the threaded rod there as well.
Sitting astride the bike, I think I might be ok with the sizing after all.
I was in bare feet the other day and was worried about how close the top was was to "the jewels".
Not so extreme when in footwear.
You were right in that reach doesn't appear to be an issue.
She's a big girl though and those big hoops are going to take some getting used to after the Moultons furniture coasters.

Surly Ogre, Carry Freedom Y-frame Trailer, Extrawheel trailer.