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Post by B- on Apr 11, 2013 21:03:01 GMT -5
Good to know. Ive just being using a micofiber cloth and water/vinegar. Yes microfiber only.Good job! |
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Post by kingdom2000toys on Apr 13, 2013 12:23:43 GMT -5
Good to know. Ive just being using a micofiber cloth and water/vinegar. I started with the Wax and use PLEDGE to some items. But I've always known Water/Vinegar to be a cutting agent, so I would stay away from that unless I am trying to clean something off (dust & grime). |
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Post by Gakken on Apr 14, 2013 13:49:55 GMT -5
I used it to clean off some old transformers that were plastic.
I haven't actually cleaned any of my chogokins yet, as they haven't gotten diry. Just dust them haha
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Post by kingdom2000toys on Apr 14, 2013 22:04:35 GMT -5
I used it to clean off some old transformers that were plastic. I haven't actually cleaned any of my chogokins yet, as they haven't gotten diry. Just dust them haha So I'm curious... What solution mix? 5:1 water to vinegar? I will give it a shot. I just got some old Voltron Gladiators and they are dirty... But I don't want to mess up the plastic. Did it before and the plastic started to melt abit . |
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Post by silverdonz on Apr 15, 2013 8:47:31 GMT -5
I've tried waxing, but I think pledge is the best agent to use for cleaning, it brings out the color, shiny and makes it dust proof  sent from photon power lab |
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Post by Gakken on Apr 16, 2013 18:37:59 GMT -5
I used it to clean off some old transformers that were plastic. I haven't actually cleaned any of my chogokins yet, as they haven't gotten diry. Just dust them haha So I'm curious... What solution mix? 5:1 water to vinegar? I will give it a shot. I just got some old Voltron Gladiators and they are dirty... But I don't want to mess up the plastic. Did it before and the plastic started to melt abit . I just use half and half, and wipe back with some water to remove any. Then dry over it with a microfiber |
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Post by kingdom2000toys on Apr 25, 2013 9:33:28 GMT -5
Cool. I'll give it a shot. Gotten more old GIJoe toys with grime that needs some cutting agent to get it off. Thanks.
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Post by Gakken on Apr 29, 2013 11:15:40 GMT -5
What do you think about those pledge wipes that come in a pack?
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Post by kingdom2000toys on May 1, 2013 14:32:44 GMT -5
I've never used the them. I'm sure they are good. I use the standard spray on a cloth.
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Post by Lejam on Jun 21, 2013 7:58:32 GMT -5
And what about this :
A good and efficient protection coat (better than wax ?)...
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Post by TheMazingerZ on Jun 23, 2013 19:47:22 GMT -5
That is amazing! I would definitely use it on shoes.  }D |
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Post by B- on Jun 29, 2013 11:56:45 GMT -5
I've tried waxing, but I think pledge is the best agent to use for cleaning, it brings out the color, shiny and makes it dust proof sent from photon power lab Actually Pledge IS wax,your really mostly waxing with it.Ofcourse it cleans too but in a sense of any liquid on a rag cleans.pledge is a wax protectant/sealant/restorant to give a clear coat of wax shine to your robots,wood etc! |
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Post by erikla on Jul 22, 2013 13:11:36 GMT -5
Can the oil from your hands hurt the paint of an soc in anyway?
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Post by Mr. Ginrai on Jul 22, 2013 14:11:46 GMT -5
Oil from your hands can dull things over time. I always wash my hands before I play with my toys even if my hands are already clean. I find that that helps a lot.
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Post by 00silvergt on Aug 8, 2013 19:34:42 GMT -5
I think anything with chemicals would be taking a risk. Use a microfiber cloth and wipe. Get a soft toothbrush, preferably a new one and use a compressor and air. If you have to Pledge your SOC's you have some housekeeping issues... |
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Post by B- on Sept 6, 2013 18:39:58 GMT -5
I think anything with chemicals would be taking a risk. Use a microfiber cloth and wipe. Get a soft toothbrush, preferably a new one and use a compressor and air. If you have to Pledge your SOC's you have some housekeeping issues... No no and NO! Pledge is acting as a PROTECTANT,not a cleaner!paint needs protectant,you probably one of those people who doesnt wax their car too?am I right?I hope not! My toys are sealed in glass detolfs,nothing to do with housekeeping!Like keeping your car in a clean garage wont keep it forever!it needs wax!Wax like Pledge beautifies and PROTECTS! Just keeping SOCs out on a shelf doesnt cut it.Unless you live in a bubble!Especially if you dont use cases you need to protect your toys from dust etc!and always use gloves when handling.A quick spray wax from say McGuiars is a great quick wip-on wax spray,I used it on my Corvette!So its good for SOCs! |
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Post by B- on Sept 6, 2013 18:40:27 GMT -5
Ok gang been hearing alot about cracking an old rubber treads on both vintage and modern SOC toys,especially the Getters like Bear and Poseidon,and both vehicle Voltrons Matchbox and and our future MP Vehicle Voltrons LOL.These below products PROTECT and REPAIR dried out rubber before and after it goes bad! Anyhow did some reseach and it seems our hobby like the auto hobby both contain painted metal and rubber,and since SOC collecting doesnt really have "protectants" we use carnauba car wax for the paint,as Ive recommended AND now for rubber the items below.They are both Silicone free which has caused a debate lately if silicone is actually bad for rubbers in the long run,they are also greaseless and not sticky etc.I just bought one of them which is easier to find on amazon ,it comes in a blotter type bottle,like a bingo marker.Either of these products seem to be the best rubber protectant used in automobile industry. Wurth Rubber care gel stick {spray}avaiable here{this seems harder to find and is more expensive} : vanagonwestfaliaparts.com/shop/worth-rubber-care-stick/ OR this stuff that I just bought on Amazon called einszett at amazon,9$ before shipping. www.amazon.com/einszett-914806-Gummi-Pflege-Rubber/dp/B004B8GTQG/ref=pd_sim_sbs_auto_1either is great to prevent cracking etc as for einszett I will review here soon!!or do a bit more research if youd like,and get some now! Read more: robotjapan.proboards.com/thread/21848/protecting-rubber-treads-super-robots?page=1&scrollTo=306459#ixzz2e9uiIcAk |
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Post by Robot Lover/Fighter on Sept 8, 2013 0:56:57 GMT -5
Interesting, So, is Pledge or Armor All better for Socs?
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Post by kingdom2000toys on Sept 8, 2013 9:22:28 GMT -5
Interesting, So, is Pledge or Armor All better for Socs? I've been using the Armor All since Baron mentioned it last year. Works awesome for me. Never had chance to try Pledge since. |
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Post by actionawesome on Sept 22, 2013 13:37:16 GMT -5
I have been using pledge. Isn't Armor All for rubber?
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