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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Newb asks, "Anodize finished 80% lower?"

Posted: 12/7/2018 2:55:20 PM EDT

I searched for an answer but couldn't find anything. What do y'all do when your 80% lower becomes 100%? I just finished my 3rd lower. They all came anodized. Everything I milled/drilled out is now bright shiny aluminum. Should I get them anodized?

If the answer is yes, could you perchance point me in a direction on where to get it done? I read up on doing it yourself and doing a T3 anodizing doesn't appear to be something I'd be comfortable doing on my own.

Posted: 12/7/2018 3:01:34 PM EDT

[#1]

No need. There's a plethora of spray finishes out there that will work fine. Or just roll it as-is.

Posted: 12/7/2018 3:19:32 PM EDT

[#2]

Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black is the easiest fix. Just apply with a q-tip or cleaning patch and watch the magic happen.

Posted: 12/7/2018 3:41:16 PM EDT

[#3]

Run it naked.

Posted: 12/7/2018 4:01:43 PM EDT

[#4]

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No need. There's a plethora of spray finishes out there that will work fine. Or just roll it as-is.

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I just ordered some on Amazon. Thanks!

Posted: 12/7/2018 6:05:50 PM EDT

[#5]

I’ve done some with aluminum black and left some in the white. I’ve seen no difference either way.

Posted: 12/7/2018 8:15:38 PM EDT

[#6]

I don't even worry about it, I have been doing them for a while now and nothing bad has happened, I even have complete lowers around in with no anodizing and have had no ill effects.

Posted: 12/7/2018 8:17:44 PM EDT

[#7]

Type 2 is easy enough, but it won’t be anything like type 3.

Posted: 12/7/2018 8:33:43 PM EDT

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I read up on doing it yourself and doing a T3 anodizing doesn't appear to be something I'd be comfortable doing on my own.

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Type 3 is overrated. Properly done Type 2 can’t be distinguished from Type 3 without lab testing.

Posted: 12/8/2018 4:04:19 AM EDT

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Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black is the easiest fix. Just apply with a q-tip or cleaning patch and watch the magic happen.

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This^

Posted: 12/8/2018 11:04:39 AM EDT

[#10]

I just degrease, sand paper, self etching primer, and paint.

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