Jim, in addition to the other very good suggestions that have been made, you can buy lens cleaning solution and tissue from Orion. I've been using this product for several years with no problems.

Kevin Wigell
www.kwastronomy.com

> Hello All,
> After 3 years of use my corrector plate finally needs cleaning. I have read
> the archives concering the cleaning of optics. My problem is I can't find the
> 98 or 99 % isoprophl alcohol that is recommended for a cleaning solution.
> I've tried Wallgreens, CVS Drugs, a couple of independent pharmacies (Sav-mor),
> and an optician (DOC Optical in Detroit area) with no luck what so ever. The
> best I can find is 91 %. The optician a had a product that he said was safe
> for all multi-coated optics, but of course it had no ingredients label. Any
> suggestions as to a source for it, or maybe any suggestions as to a different
> product. Thanks in advance, and while I don't post regularly, this group,
> especially the regular contibutors, has been an invaluable resource that I read and
> learn from daily.
>
> Best wishes and clear skies,
> Jim Moscheck
>
> BTW I sometmes don't know why I bother at all any more, what with the weather
> we've had in Michigan for the past I don't know how long. At least the skies
> parted long enough for a great view of the eclipse.
>
>

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