[TowerTalk] Best Way to Shine Old Antennas

[DENNIS BRICKEY]

I have cleaned and shined several older oxidized yagis by first spraying the parts with an acidic mag wheel cleaner from the local auto parts store.  I allow it to foam for a couple of 

minutes, and then rinse thoroughly with a water hose.  This removes all the old oxidation, dirt, etc.  I stole the idea from an HVAC service man who used a weak solution of HCL 

and water to clean AC coils. 



I then use 0000 steel wool to shine/buff the aluminum tubing. 



It is a pretty quick process that has worked well for me.  I have experienced no pitting or aluminum degradation 



Good Luck, 



Dennis