Hi Andy,
I'm reconditioning mine myself, my main problem has been lack of knowledge on my part and lack of tools (it's a sh*t getting an oxycetalene bottle on the sly). It's been taking me ages 'cos for every single part I have to try and find out if it needs replacing, if there are better parts, how to recondition it...and how to put it back together....this process may well take you a lot less time than it has me.
Although it's taken ages I don't regret it as I've learned loooads.
If you do go for it yourself just make sure you have access to a hydraulic press, hex sockets, a decent heat source and a damn big hammer (moral support).
If you want any pictures I have hundreds at various stripdown stages.
Jim.
www.kitbitz.co.uk