"ZEB" wrote in message
news:OuORf.11168$Km6.5866@trnddc01...
What is the best way to clean up the front end
of the older 70-s80-s radios (icom 751 icom 271 etc,,,Tnx

The way I do it is as follows ;

Remove all switches, knobs, dials ect.
Then remove the front cover ( sometimes you may need to remove locking nuts
ect to release the cover completely ).
Then it's just a matter of cleaning every nook and cranny with a solution of
WARM water and washing-up liquid in a CLEAN plastic bowl.
Dry and set a side until all moisture has evaporated then re-assembly.
It's best not to use any other cleaning agents I find.
You may want to take a look at items that may require lubrication while you
have the front panel removed.
Hope this helps..................cheers, Ken, G4KIR.