Crank bait cleaning?

[HookandCook]

I just got some used crankbaits from a friend who no longer needed them. There in OK condition but could use a good cleaning. What can I use to clean them? I'm worried about using any chemicals because I do not want to strip the paint or impart a chemical sent onto the lures. Any advice? TIA
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[tomegun]

Unless they were bad luck, just wipe'em off and replace the hooks. Scars and things can give the baits lots of fish catching character that pretty/pristine lures can't.

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[utwalleye]

I've heard catchup works very good to clean and shine at the same time. later chuck
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[HookandCook]

I did not think of checking the hooks and split rings. I'll do that tonight. Thanks for all the advise!
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[maniac]

Try cleaning them with WD-40 it makes a better cleaner than a lubricant, and wont repell the fish!
James
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[Gumbo]

Troll for walleye at Deer Creek.
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