Polish my pole!

[chrismmc]

I have a Fender Jazz bass with some pretty corroded polepieces.-rust in fact...The adjustment screws are also covered with it.Is there any way to fix it without replacing the pickups and screws?
Thanks in advance!

[Diowulf]

You could use some CLR, or other rust remover, but I have a feeling that you might have to replace the pickups if they're rusted.

[Hambone]

Replacement screws are available anywhere guitar parts are sold.

The corroded pole pieces are another problem. You might try a little fine sandpaper - 400 or 600 grit - to take the oxidation off. Don't use steel wool unless you remove the pup first. Once it's clean, you can coat them with clear nail polish to keep them looking good.