31b Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 I’m considering sending my M4 to Wright Armory to have it NP3 plated before the October 15th deadline. Does anyone know if sidesaddle shell carriers that use adhesive, such as EssTac or Aridus Industries, to attach the carrier to the receiver will stick to an NP3 plated surface? If not, can the NP3 be “prepped” some how to allow the adhesive to stick? I did a search and I can’t find any info on this topic. Obviously, I am running out of time if I want to get one of the last opportunities for NP3 plating. Any firsthand experience is greatly appreciated. TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dkay67 Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 Send it first worry about shell carrier later. Priority to np3, imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31b Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 17 hours ago, Dkay67 said: Send it first worry about shell carrier later. Priority to np3, imho. I take your point; thanks for the input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleL Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 What’s the cost to have the M4 completely NP3 coated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31b Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 11 minutes ago, KyleL said: What’s the cost to have the M4 completely NP3 coated? When I spoke w/ Wright Armory week before last a rough estimate was about $700-$800 but that included chemical stripping and disassembly/reassembly. I spoke to them on Tuesday but now I want to include aftermarket parts for NP3 plating, open up the loading port and reassemble w/ the aftermarket parts and I was told they would need to have everything there to give an estimate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 Expect it to creep up into the 1200-1600 dollar range for a complete M4 with all accessories done. I think the velcro adhesive will stick alright to the NP3 finish. Just be sure to wipe the receiver down multiple times with alcohol to remove any surface contaminants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31b Posted October 8, 2021 Author Share Posted October 8, 2021 2 hours ago, StrangerDanger said: Expect it to creep up into the 1200-1600 dollar range for a complete M4 with all accessories done. I think the velcro adhesive will stick alright to the NP3 finish. Just be sure to wipe the receiver down multiple times with alcohol to remove any surface contaminants. Thanks for the heads-up on the final cost. And for your input on the adhesive sticking to NP3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 Absolute worst case if the adhesive won't stick, you could have that area blasted and Cerakoted. I did this for the FDE H2O I built. I had no issues with the velcro adhesive sticking to Cerakote. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31b Posted October 8, 2021 Author Share Posted October 8, 2021 31 minutes ago, StrangerDanger said: Absolute worst case if the adhesive won't stick, you could have that area blasted and Cerakoted. I did this for the FDE H2O I built. I had no issues with the velcro adhesive sticking to Cerakote. Ok good to know. Your expertise is much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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