[Euro Cruiser]

Partially dissolved acids have a number of applications on a boat but the stiffer ones are more a gross method of cleaning than something that's desirable to use regularly. If you have stainless that needs periodic cleaning to remove corrosion and a waxy application to preserve its finish, I haven't found anything that even comes close to Easy Dab from National Chemical. They make industrial cleaners (800 NAT CHEM) and their products are sold thru-out N America. Easy Dab requires no gloves, a very little bit swept over a stainless surface removes surface corrosion easily, leaves a nice film that has some protective qualities, and sells for about $9/quart. The one we use aboard WHOOSH has been in constant use for 2 years, is still half full. No neutralizing or secondary wipedown needed. I usually work the deck hardware thoroughly at the beginning of the season, then do it again when putting the boat to bed at season's end. It's marvelous stuff and, while it makes the galley stove totally sparkle, it's also a way to clean that rasty oven interior (which does take elbow grease).

Jack