Thanks friends:
I will get off the dime a try your suggestions.
Jim:
Here is one place that WD40 will be just the ticket. When all is dry and it has a chance to solidify, there will be a permanent coating inside the rib. Couldn't ask for a better preservative. LOL
All fun aside---it is a good idea and I will try it after days of the other treatments.
Best,
John


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