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Old 01-16-2010, 06:43 AM
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Default Removing sealant from painted hull.

Does anyone have any tips for removing silicone and sikaflex from paint without removing paint?

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Old 01-16-2010, 11:37 AM
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I've always used a razor blade with good luck. Run the razor over a piece of sand paper first (kinda like sharpening a knife) dulling it just a little to keep it from digging into the paint but still sharp enough to run through the silicone. Be sure to dull the corners. Then use a good silicone/adhesive remover for the last little bit that may be left after the razor. Good luck and I hope that helps.
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Thanks for that.
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Old 01-17-2010, 02:40 PM
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Use a product called DeBond. Just look on their website to order it if there is no dealer in your area. It will not hurt the paint, but a slip with the razor blade certainly will. I have used debond for years with great success.
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