cleaning Bakelite or plastic

[sp53]

Hi all I am looking for some suggestions on what to use when cleaning the base of a voltage reg and fuse box on a tr3. They only have general 50 year gunk and build up. I am not sure if they are Bakelite or plastic. I was thinking about using some wd-40. I feel that it has solvent qualities and yet is kinda harmless. Any opinions?
Steve

 

[martx-5]

Try one of those Brillo pads with the soap in them. I've used that to clean many plastic and aluminum parts. Try it out first on an area that won't show to make sure it doesn't scratch too much, although I haven't experienced that problem.

 

[prb51]

Green pad and water/soap...finer than a brillow. can always spray paint it clear when done for a shine...I did that on my old steering wheel control head

 

[71MKIV]

Spray Nine, around here, spray 409 is the national brand, and a toothbursh, although it's not recommended that you use the one that is currently being used to clean your teeth.

If you can find it, Spray Nine is good stuff. Off the beaten path hardware stores are a good start to find it.