Like Jake, I have also used the Scotch Brite pads for cleaning; in fact, I am doing one right now.... Also, when I rebuilt my TA33 last year I used the same method and I sprayed all of the parts with a clear acrylic spray. The antenna now looks as good as the day I put it up! 73, Gene, WØQFC Spring Hill, Florida WEB SITE: http://www.w0qfc.com