I called and he said about $5000 for tooling and about $500 
each. Not including final lapping which must be done with diamonds.

He is not set up for it.

Paul Lamar


"U.S. Chrome" wrote:

If you are interested in having us quote the plating on those engines, it is
probably a good idea for you to call me at 920-922-5066, ext. 101. Your
application is different from what we typically do here.

Scott Reath, US Chrome
Paul wrote:

Well, what we have are aluminum end housings for Mazda rotary engines
used in auto racing. Each engine has four flat oval surfaces about
9-1/2 inches high and 7-1/2 inches wide. There will be a about
a 2-1/2 inch hole in the center of the ovals.

We would be ordering one or two engines sets at a time.

What finish do you recommend on the surface to be coated?

Paul Lamar


"U.S. Chrome" wrote:

Paul: Thanks for your interest in US Chrome. We do not price jobs by the
square inch. Block configuration, bore diameter and volume are more
relevant to the price of the process. The best alloys for us to plate are
380, 356, 360 or 4032. Pleasr feel free to contact me with any other
questions you may have.    Scott Reath, US Chrome

Paul wrote:

What does it cost per square inch for a Nickasil coating on aluminum?
Which aluminum alloy works best?

Paul Lamar

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