How to clean Orange tolex

[AT93]

Hi guys, I need your help.

I've bought a used Rockerverb presenting blacks signs (black rubber of another head resting on it) and do not know how to eliminate them.

I tried it with cloth + degreaser, cloth + spray glass cleaner, brush teeth + degreaser and spray, acetone ... nothing.

What do you use? I would not spoil the tolex, of course, but do not really know what to do.

[Les Paul Lover]

The best results I've had where with using baby wipes.

They are the best cleaning stuff ever invented. But some marks still don't fully come off.

[Mystic38]

"Armor All" cleaning wipes for car interiors is my solution...

cos that baby is now 30...yikes

[bclaire]

Hi guys, I need your help.

I've bought a used Rockerverb presenting blacks signs (black rubber of another head resting on it) and do not know how to eliminate them.

I tried it with cloth + degreaser, cloth + spray glass cleaner, brush teeth + degreaser and spray, acetone ... nothing.

What do you use? I would not spoil the tolex, of course, but do not really know what to do.

I'd even try an eraser....

[Boy_Narf]

VERY VERY light touch with a magic eraser for the stubborn stuff. For the other stuff, I put a bit of dish soap in warm water, dipped the paper towel in, then performed a twisting motion

Takes a bit longer, but does a good job. I managed to get some Orange amp foot rubber marks off my R30C when I got it using this method. I only used the magic eraser for a stain that wouldn't come off.

[AT93]

Thank you guys for these answers, I'll try and let you know!

[Martin Maniac]

For cleaning plastic parts on a car, I was told to use smooth peanut butter, just a little dab on a rag or paper towel, does the trick of restoring the plastic back to the original finish. I didn't believe it and thought it was a joke, but I tried it and man what a difference, it worked great !! You might want to try that on the Orange Tolex.

[AT93]

Then, at the end I tried with other degreasers and sponge for dishes. The dirt is removed ( but not completely ) but tolex was a bit ' smoothed (not more rough as before ) , so I let remain as is it now.
If in the future I want to buy the original orange tolex, where should I buy it?

[fiveightandten]

VERY VERY light touch with a magic eraser for the stubborn stuff. For the other stuff, I put a bit of dish soap in warm water, dipped the paper towel in, then performed a twisting motion

Takes a bit longer, but does a good job. I managed to get some Orange amp foot rubber marks off my R30C when I got it using this method. I only used the magic eraser for a stain that wouldn't come off.

This is what i'd recommend as well.

For cleaning plastic parts on a car, I was told to use smooth peanut butter, just a little dab on a rag or paper towel, does the trick of restoring the plastic back to the original finish. I didn't believe it and thought it was a joke, but I tried it and man what a difference, it worked great !! You might want to try that on the Orange Tolex.

Peanut butter is a temporary solution on plastic and not appropriate for tolex. The peanut oil is just soaking into the plastic and will eventually fade again. It can also attract animals or insects, which personally isn't something i'd want to do for an amp.

For some plastics, you can use a heat gun to bring it back to like new condition. But it doesn't work with every plastic, and you have to be VERY careful with using heat. The best thing i've found is to properly clean the plastic, as you're often seeing dirt or wax that appears to be fading in the plastic. I start with a water based cleaner and use a soft brush to gently work it in, especially if the plastic is textured. Then pat with a microfiber towel until dry.

For exterior plastics on cars, use a wax remover (available at any auto parts store), which will strip off wax that makes the plastic appear faded. It will also take off road grime and tar.

Unfortunately, sometimes plastic is just faded, either from UV damage or chemical degradation. In those cases, you can continually apply products designed to make it look newer or use home remedies like peanut butter or shoe polish. But they're all temporary. In these cases, i've found a better solution is to use a product that dyes the plastic black again, or to paint it with a trim paint. I like Forever black for a dye. It's tough to work with and can be streaky, but looks great with proper application. I like SEM trim paint to repaint trim. That's my preferred option for faded plastic.

Just my 2 cents from doing a lot of auto detailing.

-Nick

[Martin Maniac]

Similar to the practice of medicine, you most importantly want to do no further damage with whatever you do. I personally would NOT use a heat gun anywhere near the tolex, and you're liable to melt a nice big hole or have a big warp section of plastic that'll look 100 time worse than what you have now....personally, I leave it alone and just live with it.

[Mystic38]

My house was built in 1833 and i run an annual battle with mice..

I have been highly successful so far but they would gain a massive psychological boost if they ate my amps..

For cleaning plastic parts on a car, I was told to use smooth peanut butter, just a little dab on a rag or paper towel, does the trick of restoring the plastic back to the original finish. I didn't believe it and thought it was a joke, but I tried it and man what a difference, it worked great !! You might want to try that on the Orange Tolex.

[Les Paul Lover]

My house was built in 1833 and i run an annual battle with mice..

I have been highly successful so far but they would gain a massive psychological boost if they ate my amps..

For cleaning plastic parts on a car, I was told to use smooth peanut butter, just a little dab on a rag or paper towel, does the trick of restoring the plastic back to the original finish. I didn't believe it and thought it was a joke, but I tried it and man what a difference, it worked great !! You might want to try that on the Orange Tolex.

Think of the tone Mystic.

After they will have devoured your Orange power, just plug your guitar straight into one. It will sound apocalyptic !!!!!!

[bhurst462]

I called Orange tech support and asked the same question. They suggested Simple Green. They said they use it themselves. I tried it and it works like a champ.

[caldurham]

I called Orange tech support and asked the same question. They suggested Simple Green. They said they use it themselves. I tried it and it works like a champ.

i never would have thought about simple green. but after you mentioning it it makes perfect sense. that stuff is very good and safe for a lot of surface types.

[ryandilello5]

Orange juice, pulp free, works quite well.