[Boatanchors] Panel and Chassis Cleaning?

[Rob Atkinson]

I have not tried it but a friend swears by this stuff for cleaning
grunge off gear.  He's using it on a Collins bc rig.

http://www.dollartree.com/cleaning-storage-hardware/all-purpose-cleaners/20-oz-Totally-Awesome-Cleaner/212c254c254p8056/index.pro

says you can get it at any dollar store.

rob
k5uj


On Fri, Aug 27, 2010 at 12:01 PM, Curt <rhulett1 at comcast.net> wrote:
> No doubt there has been lot of discussion about cleaning chassis and panels.
> I've read advocates for using oven cleaner (!?), washing the rig in a
> dishwasher (!?), using "naval jelly" to clean aluminum, or hosing down the
> rig out in the backyard.
>
> I just can't bring myself to use any of these methods on old rigs, own
> several Drakes that have only dusted because of my worry about doing more
> damage than good.  I've also avoided spraying de-oxit or wd-40 on anything
> for the same reason.  Recently, have acquired some old equipment where
> dusting just isn't sufficient, so here is what contemplate and would
> appreciate advice:
>
> First, will use "air in a can" like used for my computer equipment to blow
> as much dust and dirt as possible off chassis and panel after removing from
> case.  Use q-tip dipped in dishwashing liquid detergent solution in water,
> followed by q-tip in water, followed by hair dryer to clean small areas of
> the chassis.  Windex on q-tip for stubborn areas.
>
> Advice?  Problems with this approach?
>
> 73, Curt KB5JO
>
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