Cleaning in Anticipation

[JennySTL]

Hi all - we lost out beloved Teddy earlier this year, and we have decided to get a new Syrian in a few weeks. What is the best way to clean in preparation? I think the only things we are going to use that were Teddy's is his cage (a 55 gallon aquarium), his food dish and his 12" Silent Runner. I will probably get new wooden bridges and toys and I will use a new shoebox for the house.

Is the Silent Runner dishwasher safe? Should I use vinegar for the cage? Thank you!