Popular Track Cleaning Method

April 16, 2007

Cleaning model railroad track is one of the best ways of improving model train performance.

Several track cleaning methods are available to the hobbyist including using Goo Gone®. This product is a general cleaning agent that seems to remove much of the grime that build up on railway track.

Goo Gone® is a combination of Citrus Power and scientific technology designed for tough cleaning problems.

Goo Gone® has minimal impact on the environment and is safe to use on almost any surface.

When cleaning rails use a small amount of Goo Gone® on a rag and just wipe. If the railroad track is rusted or corroded use fine sandpaper or a track cleaning block after sanding the rails. Then wipe with Goo Gone® or other cleaners.

Some hobbyists also use Goo Gone® on the wheels of their locomotives. Goo Gone® or fine sandpaper can be used to make the wheels bright and shiny.

As well as using Goo Gone® on model railroads, the product can also be used on: carpets, upholstery, clothing, tile, glass, grills, appliances, vinyl, wood, draperies, autos, boats and fiberglass.

The manufacturers claim Goo Gone® is effective on: gum, tar, crayon, fresh paint, tree sap, oil and grease, blood, ink, asphalt, scuff marks, tape and tape residue, makeup, lipstick and mascara, adhesives, candle wax, kitchen grease, shoe polish, soap scum, bumper stickers, duct tape and bicycle chain grease.