Mix baking soda with flour, thoroughly (I like to use a whisk).
In mixer, beat margarine for 2 minutes, then begin adding sugar, half cup at a time until all is incorporated.
Beat for an additional 5 minutes, periodically scraping down the sides of bowl as needed.
Mixture should be fluffy and light.
Add egg yolks, one at a time, until no yellow visible before adding next one.
Add flour & sour cream, alternating each a bit at a time, beginning and ending with flour.
Using spatula or spoon, stir in the lime juice and mix in thoroughly.
In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until stiff but not dry.
Using a spatula, very gently-- fold the egg whites into the cake batter, making sure not to mix or stir vigorously, as this will collapse the air/egg whites.
Spray tube pan with Baker’s Joy, making sure to thoroughly cover entire surface.
Pour batter evenly into pan and place on middle rack in preheated 325-degree oven.
Bake 55 – 60 minutes, being careful not to open oven door while baking.
Remove from oven and cool for 30 minutes.
Invert the cake onto baking rack and cool for an additional hour or so until cool to the touch, before glazing.