Re: A2 Joystick Maintenance

["Polymorph" <polymorph69@hotmail.com>]

Michael J. Mahon wrote:
> WD-40 was a mistake.  It has solvent properties that may extend to
> the binder of the carbon resistance elements.  There are special
> solvents available at electronics stores designed specifically for
> cleaning pots and switch contacts.  BTW, *never* mix solvents unless
> you know specifically what will happen.
>
> Your best bet may be to simply replace the joystick.  ;-(
>

Damn....I was hoping you wouldn't say that. I searched the forums and
read mixed reports of people using WD-40 that's why I thought I'd give
it a go. Some people said that it worked wonders, others like yourself
said that it would do damage. I used it with some trepidation and
obviously with good reason. It's a real shame coz I've owned that stick
since about 1988....  :-(

Looks like a new stick is in order....evil Bay here I come *again*.....

cheers,
-p