Shore power leads

[adrianb]

........are a bit grubby after a couple of years - what's the best stuff for cleaning them ?

They're Arctic cable variants if that matters or not I'm not sure !

 

[paultallett]

Is it the plastic outer you need to clean? If so (and I guess theres some super proper stuff that cost a fortune) I've always used a wet cloth and a little Jif eeeerrr I mean Cif....Showing my age now!! /forums/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

Regards Paul.

 

[Firefly625]

Adrian

Great to hear someone as fussy as me!! Excellent

I use Mer to clean just about everything on board.. brings fenders up a treat too! /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Pinnacle]

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[Firefly625]

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Oh, have I missed something ?

 

[FenderGirl]

Magic sponges, then polish!!

 

[Pinnacle]

Apologies.

It's something of an "in" joke. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[RogerRat]

Quite simple and cheap...

Acetone. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[discovery2]

Shore power leads do go grubby (and sticky) due to the UV sunlight reacting with the PVC outer covering - the same condition that affects the PVC inflatable dinghies.

Whilst a number of cleaning materials may temporarily restore the finish, the only real answer if to replace the lead.

I find that the lead that is in continuous daily use lasts for about 4-5 years before it needs replacing.

If you are confident to do the wiring yourself, purchase an arctic grade (blue) expension lead from B&Q and change the plugs - the prices are very competitive.

 

[AndieMac]

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Quite simple and cheap...

Acetone. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

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Nasty stuff to use but works.