09-04-2012, 08:59 AM
Excellent clean-up job Paul - what a transformation!
The best thing I've found by far for removing great grime, nicotine stains etc from chassis is brake and clutch cleaner. It's a wonderful solvent - I spray it onto a cloth or brush and apply it to the chassis. It evaporates quickly, leaves no residue and seems not to attack plastic, bakelite, varnish, rubber etc. I've never been a big fan of WD40 because it is of course primarily designed as a water displacement (hence its name), and thus, leaves a film of oil on any surfaces. The very last place I'd use it is on bearings, switch mechanisms etc. I find silicone grease best for that. Sure, it has many uses and is much favoured by many. Fine on squeaky door hinges - not so good as a gunge remover.
Best of luck with the rest of the restoration Paul.
The best thing I've found by far for removing great grime, nicotine stains etc from chassis is brake and clutch cleaner. It's a wonderful solvent - I spray it onto a cloth or brush and apply it to the chassis. It evaporates quickly, leaves no residue and seems not to attack plastic, bakelite, varnish, rubber etc. I've never been a big fan of WD40 because it is of course primarily designed as a water displacement (hence its name), and thus, leaves a film of oil on any surfaces. The very last place I'd use it is on bearings, switch mechanisms etc. I find silicone grease best for that. Sure, it has many uses and is much favoured by many. Fine on squeaky door hinges - not so good as a gunge remover.
Best of luck with the rest of the restoration Paul.
Regards, David.
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'I'm in my own little world, but I'm happy, and they know me here'
