I had my gear powder coated by a local shop for $75. It has held up great with no chips or scratches over the past year 250 hours and lots of landings. Make sure the shop doesn't heat the oven over 400 deg due the heat treatment done at the factory to the spring gear.

Here is a pic under construction.
http://www.teamkitfox.com/Forums/alb...pictureid=4331

Scott