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    Reading the Home VCR Repair book it recommends a chamois stick but I don't see them anywhere so are these good as an alternative?

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/194124396419

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    Edit: Have used paper and 99% iso which I get conflicting advice on.
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    I worked in TV shops for over 30 years and we found the best way was to use a good crisp dollar bill and denatured alcohol.
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    I already use 99% isopropyl. Was just the cleaner part needed. Ill check out the MG Chemicals 810D-15 Double Head Chamois Swab @lollo mentioned.

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/MG-Chemicals-Double-Head-Chamois/dp/B008OA7YG6
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    Avoid open cel foam, it snags heads.
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    Originally Posted by lordsmurf View Post
    Avoid open cel foam, it snags heads.
    Good to know. I got these (MG Chemicals 810D-15 Double Head Chamois Swab) in the end

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