I tried a new (to me) tweak this weekend, by cutting Q-tips in half then sticking the stick part into my dremel tool, then applying either Deoxit (for cleaning), or ProGold (for clean up and conditioning), directly to the Q-tips, I was able to easily clean PC plug blades and speaker cable spades. Worked really well getting some old QuickSilver Gold off the spade connectors. You will go through a lot of Q-tips to do a really good job on dirty stuff, but the Q-tips are soft and you shouldn't hurt the finish of whatever you are cleaning if you go at low spead and do not press too hard. You can use dry Q-tips to clean off the Deoxit residue and when finished you can still apply a thin layer of Pro Gold using the applicator brush.
DeOxit and ProGold
Had the cans lying around for years and never applied them. They come with small brushes as well. Seeking some practical advice as well as impressions. This is the anticipated approach:
1) Probably best to power down the breakers first?
2) Spray directly into RCA jacks as well as on the outer sleeve? Follow with brushing these surfaces...
3) Similarly, spray onto the pins and inner sleeves of RCA plugs.
4) Spray into all inner cavities and various prongs of power delivery stuff (wall outlets, IEC sockets, plugs).
5) Follow round of DeOxit with ProGold.
What experiences have people had? Surprised and impressed? Noticeable but minor? Not noticeable at all?
Thanks, Peter
1) Probably best to power down the breakers first?
2) Spray directly into RCA jacks as well as on the outer sleeve? Follow with brushing these surfaces...
3) Similarly, spray onto the pins and inner sleeves of RCA plugs.
4) Spray into all inner cavities and various prongs of power delivery stuff (wall outlets, IEC sockets, plugs).
5) Follow round of DeOxit with ProGold.
What experiences have people had? Surprised and impressed? Noticeable but minor? Not noticeable at all?
Thanks, Peter