In message , David G. Nagel
writes
Caveat Lector wrote:
Regarding steel wool, I recall an old old radio catalog selling an
antenna cleaning kit to shine up your antenna wire -- claims it
improved reception !
Don't recall if it was steel wool or a fine sandpaper
But when you put up a brand new shiny antenna -- does it seem to
work better, just like your car runs better after a wash and wax job
(;-)

Mine always gets wet in the rain that comes immediately after the wash
job. ;^)....

I recall that engines are supposed to deliver more power when water is
sprayed to the air intake. Having washed you car, then driven it out in
the rain, it may appear more nippy.
Ian.
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