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I picked up some Novus today to clean. ebay.com link: itm
I think this is the Novus stuff everyone is talking about?
I am also using watered down Simple Green as well. Going to run some test on Novus 1 vs. Simple Green.
I also got some Caranuba wax as well. I used the wax on ST TNG but I can still see some minor scratches. Do you ever put on more than 1 coat of wax?
I used Meguir's Caranuba paste wax but it felt a little gritty to the touch? http://www.meguiars.com/en/automotive/products/g7014j-gold-class%E2%84%A2-carnauba-plus-paste-wax/
Quoted from Rick432:IIRC, vid recommends Simple Green then Carnauba wax, which is why I use it with success.
But I'd confirm with vid.
What is Vid full name? I'm looking for his thread.
BTW the tech here in town has been using diluted simple green for years and a caranuba wax and I saw his machines. the PF looked pristine on 10,000 game played pin. But it sounds like Novus 1 and simple green are the go to.
Quoted from vid1900:Yes.
But.....
Different eras of pins need different cleaning regimens.
On older games (Classic Bally, Classic Stern, Sys3-11) don't use any water based cleaners (NO: Simple Green, Windex, Orange Power, Alcohol, Novus1...). The old finish on those games will microscopically soak up the cleaner under the paint and plank the wood a few days latter. Old games, clean sparingly with Naphtha.
Newer games with a sold clearcoat (no planking, no wear) can be cleaned with sparingly with Simple Green or if in doubt about the integrity of the clear, just use Naphtha.
Then wax with paste Carnuba wax (like Blitz).
DO NOT USE:
Cleaner Wax
Liquid Wax
Wildcat
Millwax
Pledge
Silicone Wax
What is considered OLD? Would ST TNG or WW be considered old?
Good time to thanks to everyone on this site, thanks. Once I get some experience I'll definitely be helping other Pin bros the same.
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