Originally Posted by
rpenmanparker
If you want to get the frame powder coated, blasting is part of the prep and is included in the price. I wouldn't worry about blasting aluminum. Nothing much bad can happen as long as you stop when the paint is gone.
I thought the same about having it powder coated, but he says it is a bonded aluminum frame. Not sure how the bonding adhesive would hold up to the heat involved in powder coating. I would stick to painting for this reason.