ALL the misc books including MR. MacNeish's may give an overfew of misc paint and plating finishes..........but no book (I've seen) has specific detailed info on brands, part #'s, formulations and what not of how to acheive the knowledge and info, MANY people are seeking.
There have been several magazine articles written many years ago by the likes of Roger Gibson and others that provide insight......
IF I ever take the time (and G-D knows when that might be) I will attempt to scan, copy and paste everything I have to shed more light on this subject.
My personal thanks to RamAirDave for his willingness to share .............