Cleaning Powerheads

[CaptainK]

Hi All,
The powerhead on my skimmer is starting to get covered with crud, and also coraline algae. Which is starting to hinder the amount of bubbles produced.
If I remember correctly I could use vinegar as a dip to break down and clean all of this stuff. But I don't remember if this is correct or if there is a special way to do this.
Could someone fill me in? Or if you have any other good ideas as too how to clean a powerhead.
Using a toothbrush and pipecleaner does not work to well.

Thanks,
CaptK

[golfish]

Cap,
Vinegar will do the job.....