Prop and shaft cleaning

[Roc]

Would appreciate tips on the best/easiest way to clean the crud off the prop and shaft.  Everything was power washed when the boat was hauled in the fall, so all the barnicles are off.  What's left is a grimey coating. I used metal cleaner and a rough scotch brite pad, but my elbow doesn't have enough grease.  Would a coarse steel wool work better?  Shaft is stainless and prop is bronze.

Thanks!
Roc-

[jentine]

I soak the area to be cleaned with plain water and use the most coarse 3-M pad I can find in the local chandlery.  The stuff comes right off.  I also prepare the bottom the same way before applying a new coat of bottom paint.  It is cleaner and faster than sanding with the same results.
Jim