Evster2012 Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 (edited) Try to put more weight on the arm with the needle (most pickups can adjust weight) Cook some water and let it cool down to room temperature, take some soft toilet paper. Gently rub the record clockwise with moistened paper and let it dry a minute....then clean the record clockwise with a dry toilet paper. (works most of the time, but try option 1 first. Two things I'd like to add to this. One, just don't overweight the needle, as this can wear out the vinyl prematurely dulling the sound. Two, toilet paper can leave remnants in the grooves, which is what you're trying to eliminate in the first place. A soft felt-type cloth is preferable. As for cleaning solutions, commercial record cleaning solutions are mostly alcohol. Use Isopropyl 90% alcohol or higher. Do NOT use rubbing alcohol or witch hazel as they contain additives that can harm your records. Dishwashing liquid without any moisturizers work well such as Joy or Dawn. It cleans dirty records well, but you have to avoid getting it on the label and rinsing all of it off quickly. Try not to get the label wet. If it does get wet then blot it dry immediately. Do NOT rub it. Try not to use tap water to clean your records. Instead use distilled water, which can be easily found in your supermarket or drugstore. The real trick is to properly rinse all this stuff off your vinyl records and get them dry without scratching them. Edited June 22, 2009 by Evster2012 Quote
Broken Levee Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 Thanks for the tips guys. I'll try it. I love the sound of a good record. Just hate the maintenance. Quote
ninelives Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 Thanks for the tips guys. I'll try it. I love the sound of a good record. Just hate the maintenance. I have a special record cleaner brush with cleaning fluid that I use. Wasn't expensive at all. Quote
Evster2012 Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 (edited) I have a special record cleaner brush with cleaning fluid that I use. Wasn't expensive at all. Good ol' Discwasher4 I presume? Edited June 22, 2009 by Evster2012 Quote
Broken Levee Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 I have a special record cleaner brush with cleaning fluid that I use. Wasn't expensive at all. Where can you get it? I just use a cloth diaper to wipe the dust but I didn't know it was safe to put any liquid on it. Quote
ninelives Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 Where can you get it? I just use a cloth diaper to wipe the dust but I didn't know it was safe to put any liquid on it. I'd check online unless you have a store that sells turntables. I've had it for a long time and to be honest, I can't remember where I got it from. Quote
Evster2012 Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 You can get the kit and refills direct from Amazon.com http://www.amazon.com/DISCWASHER-D4-Record...m/dp/B000000X4N Quote
Broken Levee Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 Neat! I have several records that skip because I buy them used. I really need some of this stuff. Quote
slave to zep Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 thanks for the record cleaning tips guys! what is the best way to clean CDs and DVDs? thanks! Quote
~Bonnie~ Posted June 22, 2009 Posted June 22, 2009 What has made me unhappy today is that the car has sprung a leak. I made an appointment to take it in first thing tomorrow... Quote
Reggie29 Posted June 23, 2009 Posted June 23, 2009 thanks for the record cleaning tips guys! what is the best way to clean CDs and DVDs? thanks! Sanity Records sell a cleaning kit that cleans both discs and lasers in players / recorders. Quote
slave to zep Posted June 23, 2009 Posted June 23, 2009 Sanity Records sell a cleaning kit that cleans both discs and lasers in players / recorders. thanks reggie! psst, you up for a gods of rock gig at liverpool this thurs??? Quote
Charles_Obscure Posted June 23, 2009 Posted June 23, 2009 Well, I learned that the girl who's 'in my sight' has a fuck-friend. I know it is none of my business but, Hell! It got me angry... Sorry for being vulgar. Quote
Evster2012 Posted June 24, 2009 Posted June 24, 2009 Walking outside in 105 degree heat and seeing rain falling from the clouds all around, and seeing it evaporate 2000 feet in the air, never reaching the ground. Quote
redrum Posted June 24, 2009 Posted June 24, 2009 This piece of shit computer I'm on at the library. Bill Gates needs a foot in his ass. Quote
kirchzep27 Posted June 25, 2009 Posted June 25, 2009 I forgot to make lunch...and was up since 4am, so i don't know how i forgot to make two sandwiches. Quote
Medhb Posted June 25, 2009 Posted June 25, 2009 Walking outside in 105 degree heat and seeing rain falling from the clouds all around, and seeing it evaporate 2000 feet in the air, never reaching the ground. I guess I won't bitch about our 20th day of gray in the month then Quote
Evster2012 Posted June 25, 2009 Posted June 25, 2009 I guess I won't bitch about our 20th day of gray in the month then Isn't it always cloudy on Venus? Quote
Medhb Posted June 25, 2009 Posted June 25, 2009 Isn't it always cloudy on Venus? Only when I forget to wear my rose colored glasses Quote
Fan_S. Posted June 25, 2009 Posted June 25, 2009 That we lost three great, gifted people...Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. May they rest in peace. Quote
ninelives Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 That we lost three great, gifted people...Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. May they rest in peace. You took the words out of my mouth Quote
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