Which cleaner is safe for surface cleaning on black plastics?

[MotherGunner]

Thanks Guys, I will get some ammonia-free glass cleaner today (if Windex is available without it, I will get that).

Got plenty of microfiber rags too!

[mickcris]

I use this stuff on my car windows as it doesn't have ammonia:
http://www.invisibleglass.com/


here are the windexs that are amonia free:

    The following products do not contain ammonia. They can be used in cases where ammonia is not recommended for use on surface.

    Windex® Crystal Rain™, Windex® Multi-Surface with Glade® Clear Springs™, Windex® Multi-Surface Antibacterial, Windex® Multi-Surface Vinegar, Windex® Outdoor Multi-Surface Concentrated Cleaner and Windex™ Outdoor All-in-One Glass Cleaning Tool

[MotherGunner]

Awesome, thank you!

[esteban]

That doesn't stop me from suggesting it every single time this question is asked, though. Clearly, I amuse myself too easily.

Is Acetone the new hair dryer?

I think Bernie wants us to continue promoting the hairdryer. Forever.

[MotherGunner]

Wait, Bernie is ClodBuster now?

No wonder my PM's went unanswered!

[Dicer]

Acetone.

Horrible bit of comedy, some people won't know better and melt their shit...

[ClodBuster]

Acetone does, what Turrican't.

[Gentlegamer]

Uh, rubbing alcohol?

[bozo55]

^ I use Rubbing Alcohol and liquid hand soap to clean my consoles when they're taken apart. 

For shiny, non-textured plastic I use Autoglym Super Resin Polish to remove scratches.
http://www.autoglym-canada.com/products/products/super-resin-polish-2
You have to be careful to avoid logos and textured plastic for this stuff, but it does miracles to old scratched shiny plastic such as CD lid windows, etc.

For stubborn stains I carefully and sparingly use a very damp Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.

Finally, for that shiny clean look I apply some Autoglym Rubber & Vinyl Care Spray with a clean rag.
http://www.autoglym-canada.com/products/products/vinyl-and-rubber-care-2
Works great.

[GoldenWheels]

I use 50/50 white vinegar/water for...basically everything. It doesn't provide a gloss or sheen but does leave stuff squeaky clean with no streaks.

[MotherGunner]

Lot's of good info.  I will go with the glass cleaner sans ammonia first and go from there.  I am still hesitant on using any automotive products on my TG and Duo though.  =)

[esteban]

Acetone. 

[MotherGunner]

Acetone. 

NO!  Don't do it Esty!  Drinking that is NOT the answer!  We f*cking HEART YOU!

[martinine]

When cleaning controllers, I disassemble them completely and use dish-washing liquid and warm water for all plastic parts. If there's something really sticky like glue residue, cleaning alcohol helps.

This so much! If they are really gross I let them sit in the sink for a while. For the really grungy areas, find an extra soft toothbrush somewhere (not always the easiest).

Shout out to GameTech US for making a video about cleaning old consoles. Check Youtube. His channel is awesome for mod walkthroughs as well.

At least in my experience, cleaning with dish soap, I've been using Palmolive and Dawn, does restore that new from the factory shine (like the Sega Genesis has), but does not give an Armor-All look.