Post by: Beano on November 09, 2006, 02:26:54 PM
I'm an Aussie and i wanted to know what you are using to clean your balls with. i have a Doom and Pain (with a Black Widow on the way), and have been using the Ebonite Energizer Cleaner as rec. by the Hammer website. Problem is the citrus base triggers my wife's migranes, plus i've run out and was curious as to what you people are using to maintain your Hammer's reaction and prolong coverstock life.
Any advice would be great!
Dean
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Post by: USAFweaponstroop on November 09, 2006, 11:28:23 PM
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Post by: pnj1967 on November 10, 2006, 06:38:04 AM
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I use Track Power Wash after each set...then Track Clean N Tacky aleast once a week...more often for my Black Widow only because I love that thing!!
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Post by: chitown on November 10, 2006, 08:12:54 AM
An important side note: Pearl reactive balls such as the Doom need to be re-polished on a consistant basis. Ebonites factory finish polish is what the Doom needs to keep it in BOX condition. This is the same polish they use on this ball when it comes from the factory. This will help maintain the OOB reaction.
The Pain is at 4000 grit in it's box condition. So once in a while it would be a good idea to have it sanded with a 4000 grit abralon pad to keep it in box condition.
I hope this helps you out bud.
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Post by: Beano on November 11, 2006, 07:05:15 PM
i've been polishing the doom every month or so and it is an excellent ball for me, but i thought the Pain was 2000 grit oob.
Dean
Post by: Wallshot on November 11, 2006, 09:19:01 PM
Virtually all the commercial cleaners have a fairly strong odor that can cause problems if inhaled (Lane Masters being the worst by far). I found the Ebonite Energizer to be one of the more respiratory friendly cleaners but then your wife is dealing with migraines which is a whole different story.
Have you tried using Isopropyl Alcohol as your regular cleaner and then giving them a more occasional thorough cleaning with a commercial product?
I just mixed up a home made concoction using an orange/citrus based cleaner, denatured alcohol and a secret ingrediant that I believe Lane Masters uses in their product. I figured it costs me about $5 for 24 ounces and seems to be working well thus far. The orange cleaner seems to tone down the vapors of the more caustic ingrediants.
One other work around might be to have your wife wear a 3M N95 mask while you do your cleanings....the trade off being you might find yourself sleeping on the couch....ouch!
Edited on 11/11/2006 10:11 PM
Post by: Brickguy221 on November 11, 2006, 11:21:21 PM
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I use Track Power Wash after each set...then Track Clean N Tacky aleast once a week...more often for my Black Widow only because I love that thing!!
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Post by: hardcorebowler on November 12, 2006, 04:54:28 AM
Post by: Beano on November 13, 2006, 03:08:12 AM
RAW HAMMER PAIN
Coverstock: Juiced Reactive
Factory Finish: 2000 Grit Abralon Sanded
http://www.hammerbowling.com/tech_info/info.php
seems like the Track cleaners are getting the thumbs up, so might give them a try if i can locate them.
Dean