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name         Michelle H.
status       other
age          60s

Question -   Sulpher water from sprinkler have ruined my aluminum
tracks and I would like to know if there is a solvent that can be used to
dissolve this sulphur, without harm to the aluminum..have scrubbed with
Brillo and it has helped but I have too much to do and it is hard on my back.
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There is a commercial product (I think it is called CLR) which is quite good
at removing hard-water deposits.  You could try vinegar first (many household
jobs can be taken care of by vinegar (acidic) or baking soda or
water("basic"}.
Pat Rowe
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