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new loricraft user / solutions questions

I searched on the gon and found the threads on 0 tracking force, rings for the loose thread issue etc, thanks guys for all the helpful hints

now I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the cleaning solutions

I sprang for the $40 kit with all solutions and I have a big bottle of Disc Doctor MRC
I also had a box of new sleeves from Acoustic Sounds (any other good sources for these?)

I noticed I didn't get a bottle of Smart regular in my kit - so I used the Smart Potent on a few thrift store finds
My son even took note and got in on the cleaning, how nice
he couldn't imagine needing a record cleaner and a player
wow dad, that looks like it costs a thousand dollars, I just smiled...

cleaning was fun but I want to hear the end results
I'll set up my table this weekend when I have more time!

should I use the Premier pre soaker or Bugtussel every time or only on problem discs?

would you recommed the smart, le art du son, or disc doctor as the main cleaner?

what order should I apply solutions?

thanks
Tom
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audiotomb OP
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thanks everyone for the advice
what's needed for thick buildup or fingerprints?

Tim, great tip on sleeve city
I bought enough for 250 records
a good start

cheers
Tom
dougdeacon
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Thick buildup or greasy fingerprints may require one of the Smart cleaners. Otherwise VZ + RRL SDC + RRL SVW is my regimen. That's adequate for 95% of the LP's I clean. Jtimothya's methods are very similar to mine, except I like the MFSL style inner sleeves from Music Direct.

Stop typing and get back to cleaning!
Doug
cello
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Sleeve City ( 866-380-4168.... http://www.sleevetown.com) is a great source with excellent prices for inner sleves and outer Cover Jackets.
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I have had the best luck by far with the MFSL's inner paper covered poly sleeves. The MFSL letters printed on one side make it extremely easy to find the opening of the sleeve.
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Sleeve City's Polypro 5 mil outer jackets are just perfect. Crystal Clear and stiff enough to make it a snap to get the Record Cover back into the Outer Jacket.
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Sleeve City will discount on larger purchases (15% off as I recall). Call them for the discount.
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There is no connection between me and Sleeve City other than being a happy customer.
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cmk
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To add on, I think what matters more is the cleaning technique. I now prefer to continue brushing the LP just outside of the arm as it moves outwards, continuing the brushing right to the edge of the LP.

Another thing is, I try to clean every LP side before play. The effect is that I haven't had to clean the stylus of grudge, dust after playing, so both the LP and the stylus are clean.

Happy spinning.
dougdeacon
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I now prefer to continue brushing the LP just outside of the arm as it moves outwards, continuing the brushing right to the edge of the LP.
Hey! I do that too. For RRL fluids I use the recommended carbon fiber brush (one for each fluid). This disperses the fluid very evenly and forces it down into the grooves. It also minimizes the amount of fluid spraying across the room.
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