After 47 years of hamming, I found that this is the best way to clean
corroded stranded #14 copper antenna wire ( may also work on #12) especially
if you experience another "Rita"

1.) Make yourself a strong MargaRITA drink using ONLY Hornitos Tequilla.
2.) After you finish drinking the MargaRITA, dip the end of your antenna
wire into the residue at the bottom of the glass.
3.) Using the lemon slice, carefully wipe the end of your antenna wire
clean.
4.) Repeat 1 through 3 four times.

And there you have it. Reconnect your antenna and go work some real dx for a
change and enjoy your lowest noise level you have ever experienced.

Note: If you are trying to clean off some ladder line, just use a wider
glass.

It worked for me over the years and I am sure it will work for you.

73's de Mike, K6ZSR



"RB" wrote in message
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Got some dirty, corroded stranded #14 copper antenna wire I need to
solder/splice. Limb fell across my antenna during Rita. I need to clean
off the ends before soldering. What common household product(s) can I put
the ends in overnite to get 'em shiny and ready to solder?