Anodizing just the marker body...Also have a question about polishing...

[hobbesTZ]

Where can I get the body from my marker anodized? It has to be cheap with a reasonable turn around. I checked A+ but it was $100 for just the body.

I was also considering polishing. How would I remove the ano? Would the metal still be protected from rusting and what not? How long would the polish last?

[master_alexander]

what marker?

[hobbesTZ]

Classic Intimidator.

I want to either anodize the green body to match a red clamshell, or polish the red clamshell to match the green/chrome timmy.

[mobius]

If you polish the frame, it will tarnish, since there is no ano to protect it. It won't actually rust, per se, but it will turn dull and slightly grey-ish. And the tarnish will come off on your hand. If you've ever set up a tent with aluminum poles, you know exactly what I'm talking about.

As for ano, I doubt you'll find someplace cheaper than that, especially if you want it custom matched to another part.

[hobbesTZ]

How much would it be to powder coat it? Will that last and protect it?

[Southparkrocks]

You can def get it cheaper than 100, there was this one place that I can remember, and uhm you can get it done here http://www.gsanodizing.com/gsa_prices.htm

[jamescell]

ohh canada!

[FSU_Paintball]

PM AcidRain on PBN, he's good and cheap. Even though he does it as a hobby, some of his stuff is seriously impressive.

I think his prices start at $80.