Cleaning the mighty DR

[npo12354]

I've done some searching but can't find much on the subject of what to use to actually clean a Dual Rectifier...interior, exterior, and the faceplate. The manual only states to not use benzene or paint thinners, but to use a soft cloth for the exterior. I bought my head used a little while ago but just haven't gotten around to polishing it up (though it sounds absolutely flawless!).

What have you guys had luck with?

 

[screamingdaisy]

I use a damp rag.

 

[npo12354]

Glad to hear that's all that's recommended. What about the faceplate?

 

[JCDenton6]

I use Planet Waves mirror finish spray on my face plate.

 

[npo12354]

Thanks for the responses! Time to get started on cleaning up.

 

[benjamin801]

1) Bless Mesa 1000x over for using Taurus tolex instead of the super pebbly Marshall elephant stuff. It's so much easier to clean. :lol:

2) If your Mesa is really dusty or grimy, some simple Windex-style cleaner, sprayed onto a clean soft cloth (never directly at the amp) does wonders for getting off dust/smoke/oil, and is safe for the tolex.

 

[fjs]

There is some good info in this topic.

http://forum.grailtone.com/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=55958

I'm not kidding about the quick interior detailer either... stuff works wonders, as do the armorall cleaning wipes if it's really filthy.

 

[npo12354]

Thanks fjs, I tried searching earlier but didn't see that topic.

Just for everyone's future reference, here's a copy of an email that Mesa sent me about the topic. I've already tried using a toothbrush and vinegar based Windex product, which worked okay (it didn't remove what I thought it would, but was able to remove what I thought it wouldn't be able to). I'll probably try finding a citrus based cleaner next. I looked for the Meguiars Quick Interior Detailer but no stores near me carry it.

Here's Mesa's email:

Greetings
Thanks for your email. We use 409 on the vinyl and Windex on the diamond plate. If the 409 does not work on the vinyl we will sometimes use a citrus based cleaner.
Thanks