On 16 Dec 2003 21:07:34 GMT, pamme (VHFRadioBuff)
wrote:

I was wondering if anyone had advice on the best way to clean battery acid off
of the metal battery contacts in an HT.
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A paste of baking soda may help, as it will neutralize the acid and is
mildly abrasive. Rinse or swab well.

An eraser will help in buffing the contacts.

Happy trails,
Gary (net.yogi.bear)
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