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Old 07-11-2013, 04:50 AM   #1
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Default Cleaning shorepower cords

On our 2001 3000 scr I have two shore power cords that need cleaning. I have used acetone before but I think the acetone breaks down the rubber and with continual use will wear down the outer rubber.

Any suggestions for a eco type cleaner for these yellow power cords?

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Old 07-11-2013, 01:14 PM   #2
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automotive tire cleaner.
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Old 07-11-2013, 01:26 PM   #3
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Plastic polish. Used them on my fenders and it well.
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Old 07-11-2013, 02:03 PM   #4
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What are the brand names of these cleaners?
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I use dinghy and fender cleaner.

http://www.defender.com/category.jsp...9314&id=311481
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Thanks Shrew.......hope you had a great vacation!

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I wrote to hubbell-wiring (they manufacture shore power cables) and this was their response to that question "Any PVC cleaner or mineral spirits will work"
I figured if they make the cables they should know what to use to clean them.
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Thanks Ken!
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I have used two things, both worked. Simple Green and the rough side of a sponge, and a mixture of OxyCLean in hot water. I swear OxyClean will clean anything.
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Quote:
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"Any PVC cleaner or mineral spirits will work"
That is exactly what dinghy and fender cleaner is, as PVC is the traditional dinghy material.
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Thanks guys...going to lowes for a can of mineral spirits.

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Old 08-02-2013, 04:16 PM   #12
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I use marine spraynine
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Old 08-02-2013, 05:26 PM   #13
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Very good stuff also ...........WC

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i envy you if a dirty power cable is your biggest problem....
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Old 08-02-2013, 08:49 PM   #15
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Sorry Pas......................... I try to stay on top of the game with our maxum.................being retired helps quite alot too!!!

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if you had LED's on that cable then i could understand it...
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Old 08-04-2013, 08:40 PM   #17
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Surefex HD, cleans pretty much anything and is my number one choice when detailing. I will be giving this a try as i have seen it in use and smells amazing!! Reading their website they do a marine strength version too.

http://www.bio-productions.co.uk/citrus.html
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