anakedg Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 I used to have kit since my Atari/NES days, and well, the solution just ran out. 18+ years of use, so I got my money's worth. I'm looking to get something like the below auction. Idk though sounds like this guy makes this himself, is it safe for hands/games? What do you guys use? Opinions? eBay Auction -- Item Number: 390321617369 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPUWIZ Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 He hasn't been around in years, but you should be able to ask him directly. http://www.atariage.com/forums/user/3600-thenerb/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bomberpunk Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Cool Mint Listerine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDW Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 I use Armor All. What else would I use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anakedg Posted June 14, 2011 Author Share Posted June 14, 2011 I use Armor All. What else would I use? I meant more for the contacts, it was a serious question. I could ask him directly through Ebay, however, I am more interested on the opinion of people on if it is harmful to the contacts themselves. It says that it contains "light solvents" I mean light is kind of an arbitrary word, especially if you have some guy just mixing this stuff up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horseboy Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Use alcohol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greencoman Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Yeah, if you notice that Nes solivent smells just like rubbing alcohol. So that is what I use and it works fine. You can get a the store for under a buck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPUWIZ Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Use alcohol. Yep, that's what I use. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 I've used this stuff for a few years and haven't had any problems with it, although I wouldn't lick my fingers clean. I'm too lazy to put a package of supplies together myself, I like the shammy-like cloth and the swabs. For the money, its a good deal to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holygrailvideogames.com Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 I've used this stuff for a few years and haven't had any problems with it, although I wouldn't lick my fingers clean. I'm too lazy to put a package of supplies together myself, I like the shammy-like cloth and the swabs. For the money, its a good deal to me. Does it work better than rubbing alcohol? I have used rubbing alcohol for years but it doesn't always work the first time on Activision and some other difficult to get working carts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa Melville Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 [High concentrate rubbing alcohol (90% plus) and a q-tip. I go over the connectors once or twice with a soaked q-tip and then rub harder with a dry one. It takes off a good portion of buildup. The lesser % alcohols contain more water and therefore will actually aid in the build up/corrosion process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anakedg Posted June 15, 2011 Author Share Posted June 15, 2011 Yeah, if you notice that Nes solivent smells just like rubbing alcohol. So that is what I use and it works fine. You can get a the store for under a buck. I was under the impression that alcohol was not a good method because NES carts say explicitly not to use it or any other solvents. I always had thought that the liquid was detergent based? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldjd Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I used to have kit since my Atari/NES days, and well, the solution just ran out. 18+ years of use, so I got my money's worth. I'm looking to get something like the below auction. Idk though sounds like this guy makes this himself, is it safe for hands/games? What do you guys use? Opinions? eBay Auction -- Item Number: 390321617369 I bought a bottle of this a few years back.The biggest difference I could see was that his stuff didnt leave streaks inside the case after cleaning. With alcohol,it always seems to have some streaking,that you have to continue to wipe I also noticed it had a smell that was reminiscent of?? I asked "nerb" what was in it,but he replied secret formula Anyway, another vote for swabs and alcohol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cebus Capucinis Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Use alcohol. Yep, that's what I use. This is what I use! Oh, you meant on CONSOLES, not on myself. Oops. Delicious C2H5OH..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jifremok Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Fire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I've used this stuff for a few years and haven't had any problems with it, although I wouldn't lick my fingers clean. I'm too lazy to put a package of supplies together myself, I like the shammy-like cloth and the swabs. For the money, its a good deal to me. Does it work better than rubbing alcohol? I have used rubbing alcohol for years but it doesn't always work the first time on Activision and some other difficult to get working carts. I must admit I haven't used rubbing alcohol, so I can't provide a comparison. I've been happy with it myself and am likely to order some more soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 I've been using ClassiClean ever since I started collecting games and I'm quite pleased with it. cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greencoman Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Yeah, if you notice that Nes solivent smells just like rubbing alcohol. So that is what I use and it works fine. You can get a the store for under a buck. I was under the impression that alcohol was not a good method because NES carts say explicitly not to use it or any other solvents. I always had thought that the liquid was detergent based? Ageed. I thought the same thing. But the game mags I subscribe to say that it is ok so that is what I do and it works fine so I just kept doing it. Usually the results are instant try it and see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cebus Capucinis Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Of course Nintendo said explicitly not to use any solvents....other than the official NES Cleaning Kit, that is. Gotta make more $$$ on those game accessories! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anakedg Posted June 19, 2011 Author Share Posted June 19, 2011 Thanks guys, after this whole thread I think ill just use the alcohol and see how that goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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