On Jan 11, 7:13*pm, "Larry L" wrote:
"rw" wrote

dishwashing detergent. (Sorry, Larry.) Soap and detergent are both wetting
agents. I don't think detergent harms a flyline, but I might be wrong.

*no need to apologize to meG, I've used dishwashing liquid many times
myself * ... * *I just tried to remember what it said on the paper that came
with a new Rio Grande 4wt ( really nice line ) I got late last season

I always wipe the lines clean of any residue.

I think cleaning off the cleaner is the key to avoiding wetting agent
problems but I wouldn't be surprised if detergent removed more of the 'built
in lubricant" than a mild soap

Is polishing with paraffin passe' ?

cheers

oz, who seems to get good shooting distance thereby