woodenfeather Posted September 19, 2005 Report Share Posted September 19, 2005 Hi guys, I cranked out a bunch of tiny ice-jigs earlier this spring but didn't get a chance to paint them. Well, now they are oxidized and I have so many and they are so small that I don't want to have to clean them by hand. Is there something I can soak them in that would eat the oxidization away without ruining the gold plating on the hook or the nickle plating on the blade? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LedHed Posted September 19, 2005 Report Share Posted September 19, 2005 Try using vinegar. Works with enamel or acrylic (fingernail polish). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheesehead Posted September 19, 2005 Report Share Posted September 19, 2005 just an idea how about tumbling them in a fine abrasive blasting sand? or would this abrade the lead to much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richoc Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 If they are soder....use electric contact cleaner. Brake cleaner will work, they are near the same stuff. Might be a little harsh. I clean mine in dishwashing liquid to get all the flux off. I put them all in a jar with hot water , dawn , and then shake till clean. 2 rinses and paint them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenfeather Posted September 21, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 Thanks for the tips. Richoc, I clean them pretty much the same way after soldering but they usually get painted right away. I am going to try your suggestion to get the oxidization off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
