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Old 09-18-07   #1 (permalink)
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ive got the alcohol to clean my processor i just don't know what to use to apply the alcohol..just req paper towels?
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I just dip a bit of alcohol on a paper towel and then wipe the thermal paste off.
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I use q-tips, personally. Though a lint-free rag or coffee filter works best.
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I just dip a bit of alcohol on a paper towel and then wipe the thermal paste off.
What he sayd, atleast use something that leaves nothing behind and is not static.

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Yea, lint free cloth is the best to use.

But normal tissue paper is ok. It won't do it any harm.

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