I know that this doesn't relate to electronics but there are so many talented people on his group that I've received help from over the years I thought I'd ask. I really didn't know where to pose this to otherwise, so I apologize for the intrusion.
One of my hobbies is plastic model building. Years ago I built a 2 1/2 foot model of the sailing ship the Cutty Sark. It was a beautiful model with all the rigging, threads, sails, little men on the ropes, etc. Sadly over the years it has fallen into serious disrepair. There are now some loose parts, and it is now completely covered with a thick layer of dust. I'm not really sure how to remove this dirty dust without disturbing the delicate rigging, ropes, ladders,etc. I thought of spraying it down first with something like 409 or Fantastic to possibly loosen it, and then trying to mist it gently with the garden hose. I also thought of perhaps spraying the model with the cleaner first to loosen the dust and then dunking it in my pool to wash it off. I don't know how either of these schemes might work, and I don't know what either of these might do to the rigging, ropes, and especially the decals either. I also don't want to lose any loose parts in the pool or on the ground when I either dunk the model, or spray it off with the hose. If anyone has ever has had to deal with this, if you might have any ideas, or might know of a more appropriate place to post this question I would really appreciate hearing from you. And again I'm sorry for the inappropriate post. Thanks, Lenny