RE: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

[John Soto]

Will try that, thanks.
John

Barry C' <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  Was with 
vinegar , then rinse and polish with a good auto cream
 
 >From: "John" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
 >Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
 >To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
 >Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???
 >Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2007 03:16:36 -
 >
 >What is a good cleaning solvent for aluminum repeater antennas?  I have
 >an antenna that was exposed to the weather for years and it has become
 >pitted and dirty from the enviroment.
 >Thanks,
 >John
 >
 
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Re: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

[John Soto]

Good idea Lance, will try that also.
Thanks,
John

Captainlance <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: 
Auto part stores carry Aluminum  wheel cleaner, it is a strong chemical that 
strips off oxidation and leaves a  clean , raw, surface. The only problem is 
that raw aluminum starts to oxidize  immediately. You will need to covert the 
antenna with a coating of clear  urethane to stop this from happening . This 
can be done with spray or  brush.
 Lance N2HBA
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   From:John 
   To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:16PM
   Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Antennacleaning solvent ???
   

  What is a good cleaning solvent for aluminum repeater antennas? Ihave
an antenna that was exposed to the weather for years and it hasbecome
pitted and dirty from theenviroment.
Thanks,
John



 
 
   

 
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RE: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

[N9WYS]

You might try ZoopSeal. this product is used on aluminum wheels, valve
covers, manifolds, etc., to keep them from pitting, tarnishing, etc.  It
does make the item fairly water-resistant after application.  (I've only
seen it demonstrated on TV and the demo was NOT an infomercial.)

 

It is available from Jegs (auto supply) at: 

http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_10001_10002_752641_-1

 

Here's the company's web site:

http://www.zoopseal.com/zoopseal.asp

 

Just make sure you have the parts that NEED to have electrical contact
firmly installed in place before you use this product.  It is a liquid, and
MAY seep between items.  I do not know whether this product could cause the
parts to become insulated from each other. might want to contact the
manufacturer before with questions.

 

73!

Mark - N9WYS

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From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com On Behalf Of Captainlance



Auto part stores carry Aluminum wheel cleaner, it is a strong chemical that
strips off oxidation and leaves a clean , raw, surface. The only problem is
that raw aluminum starts to oxidize immediately. You will need to covert the
antenna with a coating of clear urethane to stop this from happening . This
can be done with spray or brush.

Lance N2HBA

- Original Message - 

From: John   

What is a good cleaning solvent for aluminum repeater antennas? I have
an antenna that was exposed to the weather for years and it has become
pitted and dirty from the enviroment.
Thanks,
John 

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

[Captainlance]

Auto part stores carry Aluminum wheel cleaner, it is a strong chemical that 
strips off oxidation and leaves a clean , raw, surface. The only problem is 
that raw aluminum starts to oxidize immediately. You will need to covert the 
antenna with a coating of clear urethane to stop this from happening . This can 
be done with spray or brush.
Lance N2HBA
  - Original Message - 
  From: John 
  To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com 
  Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:16 PM
  Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???


  What is a good cleaning solvent for aluminum repeater antennas? I have
  an antenna that was exposed to the weather for years and it has become
  pitted and dirty from the enviroment.
  Thanks,
  John



   

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

[Barry C']

Was with vinegar , then rinse and polish with a good auto cream


>From: "John" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
>To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???
>Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2007 03:16:36 -
>
>What is a good cleaning solvent for aluminum repeater antennas?  I have
>an antenna that was exposed to the weather for years and it has become
>pitted and dirty from the enviroment.
>Thanks,
>John
>

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Re: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

[Steve Bosshard (NU5D)]

Wouldn't the pitting give the antenna more surface area, broader bandwidth,
and more gain?  DE NU5D


On 2/14/07, John <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:


What is a good cleaning solvent for aluminum repeater antennas?  I have
an antenna that was exposed to the weather for years and it has become
pitted and dirty from the enviroment.
Thanks,
John




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