UPDATE
Sorry bout the delay fellas. A couple of the local engineering shops have put this on the back burner but did get a call from a bloke so went to have a chat today. Spoke about the different materials and finishes.
Sounds like the best option is 316 SS. For those that want a mirror finish he is getting Electroplating priced up. for those that want to paint...well its a bit extra but ??
Thing he said is if we use the same material for all kits and run a batch off it will end up being more economical that using steel for some and stainless for others. Obvious problem is you can't chrome SS but with a high grade 316 and top quality Electroplating I think it will be chrome enough.
Now considering I have NFI can you tell me if what I have learnt is true. If it is, once I get a final price you can always confirm or change your mind but....is everyone happy to have SS then you can chose to paint or polish up. If all happy with SS i will get a finished price and a raw price.
Please let me know.