48g over-zealous cleaning

[Jeff_Birt]

Alcohol is good for removing sticky residue and flux but not my first choice for general cleaning of cases and keys. Alcohol will also fade/dissolve the silver paint many vintage computers are covered in.

For cases and keys, a mild cleanser like Formula 409, or dish soap and water, it a safer choice. It will get rid of dirt and grime but will not dissolve paint.

On the other hand, if you want to loosen paint and not harm plastic than DOT 3 brake fluid is your friend. Soak the plastic in and in a few hours or days the paint will peel right off.