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Silicone Removal?


Godsmulligan
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I think you're right on it not being rtv. I have a tube of weatherstripping adhesive somewhere that this resembles quite a bit, now that I think about it. The problem is there isn't much left where it needs to be because of rust but large chunks around the edge, and I want to get rid of it before I fix the rust and paint over it.

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Since he's repainting anyway brake fluid might be worth a try. Just don't use it if your not planning on repainting since brake fluid will destroy your paint job.

The brake fluid will soften paint first.  It takes at least 20-30 minutes to soften latex, sometimes even more then this.  The car paint is much stronger.  So there is no big danger here.

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the answer is... Putty knife and a wire wheel. Brake fluid did soften it up but didn't make a noticeable difference. It did clean the paint very well. It would work better if you were willing to leave it on overnight, but with the rain coming in tomorrow, I don't have that kind of time.

 

Just a reminder, don't forget to wear goggles when using a wire wheel. I took a needle to the face today.

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