Re: #3 above.
Caig DeoxIT D5 and CaiLube MCL sprays are recommended, especially the former.
The undiluted DeoxIT product is fantastic for stuff like cleaning jacks and tube pins and sockets...also ProGold GxL I believe.
You can get the Caig products at places like Parts Express and Lord Valve. I've got a link to LV on my homepage.
Good luck!