Sometimes when rubber or plastic items get old they start getting sticky=20 to the touch. I have had some success with powdering them, no success=20 with solvents. My next move is to some sort of sealant like nail polish. I am certain that there are others with experience with this nuisance=20 but so far I have not found a workable Google search... Your thoughts are appreciated. By the way, one of the items is a Amateur Radio handi-talkie. --=20 John Ferrell W8CCW =93During times of universal deceit, Telling the TRUTH becomes a revolutionary act=94 George Orwell --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .