I used Scotch Brite pads as well, brake cleaner, and started with a good coat of self etching primer. It has seemed to hold well so far....goodo thing about rattle can you can always repaint.
Does anybody have any experience running Nevada ammunition? I have watched some videos, and it doesn't seem like bad stuff for the price. Also, they make all the rounds I'm after, but I'm most interested in the 9mm.