midrange crisis

I bought my Cornwall lls in 1987. Its now 2012 and something just struck Me. Hey, I like these things, I think Ill keep them. Maybe its time to stain them! Im kind of slow. I typed " how to stain speakers". thinking some generic advice was all I could get. I finally stumbled upon the "klipsch community" and O.M.G.!!! Here is a lot of people that know a hell of alot more than Me, even on my best day of B.S. I'm trying my hardest to decypher your language. Although many of you seem very generous with advice and dont seem to mind typing (not Me); I thought it better to read several posts which, I think gave some helpfull tips. A few more questions answered would be great. 1.There is some darkening on top from years of exposure, handoil and dust. I was planning a light sanding and it sounds like micro paper is perferred over steelwool? 2. it sounds like a conditioner would help to eliminate porous areas and reduce splotching? Does watco make this product or is minwax a good choice? 3. I was thinking of darkening the stain. It sounds like watco Danish oil (golden oak or med walnut). 4. I assume you would also stain the back panels. I thought it might be neat to clearstain the backs and pedistals for contrast. any downside? If any of you kind folk have advice for a novice( be nice). I just dont want to screw this up. I' ll post a photo if I suceed. Thank You in advance Bob from Petaluma.