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BigH
Ey up.
What's the desired finish at the end of what you've described?
I say this because media blasting will leave a dull, grey, textured or "pitted" finish rather than a shiny metal appearance.
On top of that, you also have to deal with the fact that a 'direct' adhesion clearcoat has no anti-corrosion properties so you end up with a clearcoat that once compromised will allow rust to bloom beneath it...like some 90's BMX finishes or the BB17/Mash Works V1.
If your frame is stainless, we would chemically strip it and then apply clearcoat and the above issues wouldn't be a problem.
In either case, you'll pay £80 to have the frame stripped of its original finish and £150 for the clearcoat.
Drop me an email if you wish and I'll talk you through the options.
colecoatingsworkshopATgmailDOTcom