In2,
I just dropped off 20-30 pieces, including the frame. To have the blasted, primed and powdercoated was $850-950. I don't know how much it was just to have them blasted, but I figured by the time I learned to paint, it was cheaper and would turn out better to have everything PC'd. Front axle and all related steering components will go in this week along with a couple of other major parts I forgot to send along with the first drop.
If you find the right PC shop..like the guy I found that is doing a mid-60's Dorf, you might find a better all in one package.