Ressurection - Dip Stick

[Corvettes White]

Been taking the motor apart cleaning it up. And thought I would share a small bit with all. This is the dip stick. The “ADD” mark is hand scratched. The other stick is production.

And a question. The cats appear to be made of a low grade stainless steel. I have a brand new pair and the option of reinstalling the originals. I am inclined to reinstall the originals. But they are rusty as hell. Is their a good way to clean them, up? Thoughts?

Thanks George