I can help you out with numbers 2-4.
2. With the copy chrome, you do not have to flash copper the aluminum, you only need to dip in the zincate, and then plate it. The steel is a little different process, but you don't need to flash copper it.
3. With the bottle you got, it should make a total of 1 gallon of solution. 1 part zincate, 3 parts distilled water.
4. You dont' need to re heat it, just heat it the first time when you are mixing it, and then let it set up.
Some little advice, you don't need to use the heater in the plating solution. Caswell told me over the phone people have been having good results without it, and I am too. Also, when plating aluminum, don't use copper wire, use brass if you can find it. Otherwise I suggest aluminum wire that you can find at radio shack.
good luck
Kenny
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