Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

All,

I just got an incredibly dirty Panasonic RF2200. What's the best
cleaning solution for both the plastic (early 80's era) body-case and
the clear plastic dial covers? I figure warm soapy water for the case,
but the clear plastic dial covers will probably fog up if any Ammonia-
based cleaner is used on them. What has everyone used with best
results?
rgds,
Mark S.

Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

Mild soapy water followed by Novus Plastic Polish #2. Great for all types of
plastic.

Phil Nelson

Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

On Apr 13, 8:27 pm, wrote:
All,

I just got an incredibly dirty Panasonic RF2200. What's the best
cleaning solution for both the plastic (early 80's era) body-case and
the clear plastic dial covers? I figure warm soapy water for the case,
but the clear plastic dial covers will probably fog up if any Ammonia-
based cleaner is used on them. What has everyone used with best
results?
rgds,
Mark S.

I have a few 1960s-era radios with plastic cases that I was able to
nicely polish using automotive "cleaner wax," which you just might
have in your garage. It contains a fine abrasive to remove the thin,
oxidized layer of paint on your car.

You don't need much. Just place a few drops on a paper towel and rub
it on the cabinet. Then polish with a soft cloth. I've also used it
on clear plastic dials to remove scratches. It can be used to polish
brass escutcheons, too.

-Dave Drumheller, K3WQ

Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

That is what I have used for years with very satisfactory results!!!

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Jim Barnard, WA4BRX
1 Radcliff Drive
Sumter, SC 29150

"Phil Nelson" wrote in message
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Mild soapy water followed by Novus Plastic Polish #2. Great for all types
of plastic.

Phil Nelson

Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

Like others have and will tell you, Novus #2.

If you have scratches of any significance, that's another story. For that
you need MicroMesh. Another wonder-product; Google it.

Jeff

wrote in message
...
All,

I just got an incredibly dirty Panasonic RF2200. What's the best
cleaning solution for both the plastic (early 80's era) body-case and
the clear plastic dial covers? I figure warm soapy water for the case,
but the clear plastic dial covers will probably fog up if any Ammonia-
based cleaner is used on them. What has everyone used with best
results?
rgds,
Mark S.

Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

I've had good results with using a Simoniz product--"Scratch Out". It
seem very similar to Novus.

Bob

Cleaning modern plastic-bodied radios??
 

Yes, Novus 1 (cleans to prevent further scratching) then 2 followed by 1
again for dial windows. Use with unscented Swiffer cloths

3 is for deeper scratches but it usually means I need to sand out 800 on
down to 2000 grit first. Cleanliness is of the essence or you will put more
scratches in. Pita but if it's for show...

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"Unrevealed Source" wrote in message
...
Like others have and will tell you, Novus #2.

If you have scratches of any significance, that's another story. For that
you need MicroMesh. Another wonder-product; Google it.

Jeff

wrote in message
...
All,

I just got an incredibly dirty Panasonic RF2200. What's the best
cleaning solution for both the plastic (early 80's era) body-case and
the clear plastic dial covers? I figure warm soapy water for the case,
but the clear plastic dial covers will probably fog up if any Ammonia-
based cleaner is used on them. What has everyone used with best
results?
rgds,
Mark S.