Quote Originally Posted by Robin Hewitt View Post
Anodising could negate any previous texture. I actually have hopes it might smooth the surface somewhat in those hard to reach spots. Bit worried about whether the ejector pin sleeves are going to fit if I can't block their holes off while it's in the tanks, shellac?
From the anodising I've done I can confirm that you get the same finish after anodising as before. The parts are always slightly smaller - it's hard to say how much but bearings wont have the proper fit after anodising. That's easily solved by pressing some nylon into the bores and the same tactic works well for protecting threads. People block areas of a part off so they can anodise them a different colour to the rest, so it can't be that hard. Probably just need something resistant to sulphuric acid and sodium hydroxide.