Do track cleaning cars work?

Since posting this question in Oct I bought a CMX track cleaning car and I think it is absolutely awesome…. works unbelievably well, especially for the hard to reach areas. I have run it at least 40 times and it had never gotten caught on the track. I used mineral spirits and the track cleans up very well.

Can you use methylated spirits to clean model railway tracks?

How to clean model railway track. There are a number of cleaning products out there, the most common is a track rubber or some form of light spirits such as methylated spirits on a cloth, just on the top of the rail, don’t get it on the plastic sleepers, as it can cause damage. …

What kind of track cleaner does N scale use?

Bachmann’s N scale track-cleaning car provides an efficient and economical way to clean your track. This car’s exclusive dry-cleaning system features a reusable track cleaning pad. (Track-Cleaning Replacement Pads, Item No.16999, also available).

Which is the best track cleaner for locomotives?

Roto Wheel Cleaner cleans all wheels at once quickly and will not scratch wheels. Power from transformer or track. Includes 2 sets of cleaning pads and 1 set of scrubbing pads. N scale Roto Wheel Cleaner will accommodate locomotives up to 6 3/8″ and rolling stock up to 5″.

How big is a N scale roto wheel cleaner?

N scale Roto Wheel Cleaner will accommodate locomotives up to 6 3/8″ and rolling stock up to 5″. Easy-to-apply replacement pads for N and HO scale Roto Wheel Cleaners™. Will not scratch wheels. Dust Monkeys are an easy and convenient way to remove dust from track and stop further accumulation during regular train operation.

What kind of track cleaner is used for slot cars?

Pacer Technology’s Rail-Zip is a track and wheel cleaner that is designed for improving electrical contact. It is used for slot car racing and model railroads to eliminate accumulations of oxide, which insulate and interfere with smooth electrical conductivity. Without being corrosive, Rail-Zip removes oxide and prevents oxide formation.