For the copper pipe, I first sanded off the little numbers and any burs from cutting and drilling it. I used the Aircraft Remover laquer thinner to do the initial clean. I then rinsed this off with soap and hot water and a kitchen sponge. This removed everything very well. I had then dropped it into a kitchen pot on the stove with the SP Degreaser at 150 degrees. After around 2 minutes, I took it out with some rubber gloves and sprayed distilled water on it from a bottle. I used a lint free non abrasive wrag to rub the part down while I was spraying to make sure everything came off. I had also dipped the wrag in distilled water before rubbing. I then let it dry on top of the same type of wrag. I then wired it up with non latex gloves. This was the first piece , and I can't guarantee that I did not touch it with my hands, but I am pretty sure I was careful not to. Another thing though, the copper wire that I hung the part from was not protected from my hand.
thanks,
Kenny
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