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Originally Posted by Merc Cruzer
Take the cover off of the relay, by bending the tabs back, really carefully. If you break a few, the cover will still stay on. I usually spray a little WD-40 Contact Cleaner on the points, and it seams to do the trick. Considering the option (the cost of a new relay - ouch ouch ouch!). The old parts are really quite hardy, and in most cases with a little cleaning they can be put back into service.
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this is good idea I have done the same on relays if the points are not to badly pitted in that case I clean with a piece of emory cloth (fine)then spray brake cleaner to remove residue