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LC III Corrosion
Posted by: 0xABE on 2020-05-09 21:18:48
Just bought an LC III, popped it open and saw corrosion from the PRAM battery. It was worse than I expected and the battery mount/case broke away from the motherboard when I attempted to open it to remove the battery. I spent an hour+ cleaning with qtips and rubbing alcohol. Attached are before and after pics. I’ll have to find a new battery case. I already have fresh batteries ordered.

Are there any other chemical agents that I could try to remove the corrosion?

I think I see exposed copper on the motherboard. What should I do about that?

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Posted by: bibilit on 2020-05-10 00:29:19
White vinegar. 

I already see a bad trace, hope is not gone too far. 
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