The Cape Dory Board

Try Sno-Bowl toilet bowl cleaner, but use it for short periods of time, and rinse thoroughly. Might take several applications of 30 seconds or so.

Might be better to just buy some new aluminum clamps??

Had a friend who named his new boat " A M B" . I asked, and was told "'Ats'a My Boat."

I've always sailed offshore with a good length of 7x19 double-, or triple, clamped to the backstay above the turnbuckle swage. When threatened, just tossed the 7x19 overboard and prayed. I don't think the jumper-cable idea is good. Not enough contact between the clamp and the shroud. Never been hit ...

To use ether with less risk of engine damage, try spraying a very short shot of ether onto a folded rag, and holding the rag an inch or two from the air intake.