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I also live in Florida where there's plenty of humidity, although not as much of the salt air as when I lived right on the ocean, like Terry. The polish didn't last long there for me, either. I've tried it here, and it works better, but not a whole lot. <br /> <br />I use the CMX with acetone. Carefully, yes, both to keep from removing paint or melting plastic, and not to breathe the fumes. BUT it will remove all sorts of gunk, paint, glue, etc., even better than alcohol. AND it leaves no residue to collect more dirt, etc. <br /> <br />I also use acetone on a Q-tip for wheels. Yes, carefully! <br /> <br />Once I had the sense to clean all track, locomotives, and cars at the same time, I've only had to clean track where I've managed to get paint, plaster, or glue on the rails. In two years. <br /> <br />Depending on where you live, how dusty your room is, etc., I'd recommend starting with polish. If that doesn't work, try the CMX with alcohol -- if that works for you, fine. If not, try acetone. Carefully.
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