[Bondonutz]

OK, I think I got it whuped now. Excessive heat with a torch till the varnish is black and burnt to a powder that scrapes easily from the wires w/a tiny screw driver. They look cleaner they way than previous 'cleanings" and they readily except solder now.
GAH, WAPITA ! ! ! !
All this work because I wanted a cleaner wire arrangment, next time I know better. Hard leason learned but one I'll never forget.

Thanks for help and giving me some insight.
Jeff