Re: What's best for cleaning computer cases?

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>>>> I frequently find old computers and they are filthy!  Right now I'm using
>>>> rubbing alcohol and a toothbrush to remove the grime from computer cases.  I

>>>> was wondering if anyone else has any better suggestions for cleaning the
>>>> exterior of computers other than rubbing alcohol?
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>>> Have never tried alcohol, but Ajax w/bleach on a scrubby sponge has given
>>> me solid results.
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>> Spic and Span always works for me.  Someone suggested whitening
>> toothpaste but I have never tried it.
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> Amway's L.O.C. (Liquid Organic Cleaner) full strength and a toothbrush.
> It's the best I've found, especially for grungy keyboards. Doesn't take the
> color off the letters.
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    For my last case mod I simply used paint thinner. The case material is not
altered by this solvent, nor the paint of the Apple IIgs keyboard keys that is
part of this unit as you can see it at:

http://www.5chema.com/mekwi.html

    The Amway organic cleaner is probably somthing between alcool, acetone and
petroleum distillate. This kind of solvent is usually ok with most modern resins.
Always test it on a small part of clear plastics (especially polystyrenes) prior
to use. Simple Green is unknown to me...

    The cleaning powders like Spic&Span and Ajax must be used lightly due to
their abrasive properties.

    The same is true with toothpaste, but the current pastes are really mild,
even those with baking soda that is nearly harmless when combined with water
(smoker' formula is often abrasive however!) The bleaching agent of the withening
dentifrices is not likely to be really powerful against dirt or discoloration.
The active ingredient is often a peroxyde (carbamide, hydrogen, etc.) who can
bleach some pigments but doesn't really clean/wash the surface...

                    5ee you!

                                        Mathieu "5CheMa" Chenard