I recently bought a Triton IV at a hamfest. It appeared to be a basket case , with the faceplate stained yellow with tobacco tar. It is a restoration project in progress, but I have managed to get th
Author: "Dr. Gerald N. Johnson" <geraldj@weather.net>
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:13:43 -0600
I found a couple years ago that an industrial strength ammonia cleaner from the hardware store was very effective at cleaning tobacco tar off a radio front panel. It helped that this panel had been p
Ten-Tec still sells dial string kits (for about $3, I think) -- and isntructions are readily available -- can't remember if Ten-Tec includes them with the kit or if you consult the 540 manual -- or b
Whoa! watch out and be careful using 409 cleaner, or any other cleaner for that matter. I've had 409 take the paint and silkscreen right off of front panels. I completely destroyed a triton IV using
Tri sodium Phosphate for cleaning old boat anchors worked very well for me. Of course, YMMV BillHarris _______________________________________________ TenTec mailing list TenTec@contesting.com http:/
Author: "James C. Owen, III" <k4cgy_list@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 12:46:02 -0700 (PDT)
I find that what best for me is plane old liquid handsoap, Ivory liquid, soft soap etc. Do not remove paint just the gunk. Use a stiff but not hard brush and it will work just fine. 73 Jim K4CGY ____
Author: John Chance-Read <johnchanceread@yahoo.co.uk>
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:53:09 +0000 (GMT)
I find brake and clutch cleaner gets rid of grease etc but doesn't attack paint (at least when its fully dry) 73 John G4BOU I find that what best for me is plane old liquid handsoap, Ivory liquid,
Blue Windex cuts right through the tobacco tar. Be sure to use a 100% cotton cloth for wiping. I find brake and clutch cleaner gets rid of grease etc but doesn't attack paint (at least when its fully