[Sid03]

Only quickly read over your post.....

caution with the pump up garden sprayer.....oils from the pump can make there way into your chemicals. bad news.

you dont need to let the part in the baking soda solution for 15 minutes. It should nuetralize the acid very fast. Move it around in there for a couple seconds....when it doesnt bubble anymore you should be good to go. Some guys prefer not to even use that step.

after the baking soda, I would dunk AND spray rinse the parts again, not just spray rinse.

ive heard of the simple green effecting the shine as well. investing in some of caswells degreaser wouldnt be a bad idea....and heat it.