How do I clean this old metal?

[flywise]

I know there have been suggestions in the past but I can’t seem to find them. I’d appreciate some advice
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[EarleyBird]

I'd use a wire wheel then soak in varsol.

[flywise]

Varsol....I’ll google it, thank you

[savage1134]

Ketchup

[flywise]

Ketchup

So it’s the acid that will clean it?

[savage1134]

Used it on some old gears. Worked well for the light stuff

[savage1134]

So it’s the acid that will clean it?

Yes sir

[flywise]

Yes sir

Well I have some of that on hand, I’ll try it

[savage1134]

Let me know. Rub a dub dub.

[SRK14]

Chem dip carburetor cleaner maybe?

[flywise]

Let me know. Rub a dub dub.

I’m thinking put everything in a ziplock for a day or two then rub a dub dub

[flywise]

Chem dip carburetor cleaner maybe?

If the catchup don’t work I’ll check that out as well

[Rick]

soak in vinegar for 24 hours

[Hotrodd]

soak in vinegar for 24 hours

^^^This^^^

[flywise]

Vinegar, that does sound familiar