restoring a dutch oven

catmancando wrote:
We have an old D.O that needs cleaned badly any suggestions would be appreciated also how to season it when cleaned :h

Warm it in the oven or stovetop but not too hot. Using a paper towel or rag, wipe it down inside and out with coconut oil or lard. Heat gently again and let cool. Use a fresh paper towel to wipe off any excess if need be.

Here's more info on the care and feeding of older cast iron.
http://www.griswoldcookware.com/cleaning_%26_care.htm