Technical Silicone paint issue

I removed the soft top from my coupe and found silicone had been used to seal it. I've searched the internet for a product that would clean up the residue left from my removal.
Question is, what'll clean the area for paint?
I did find something called Dowsil DS-2025 but cannot find where to purchase some. Ron

 

See if Dow will send you a free sample. Go here:

https://www.dow.com/en-us/pdp.dowsi...ing-solvent.04089120h.html#pdp-sample-options

Or go here to buy a half liter:

https://www.dow.com/en-us/pdp.dowsi...ing-solvent.04089120h.html#pdp-buying-options

 

I have used Isopropyl alcohol and household vinegar to remove the residue to re-calk around a sink.

 

Got any photos ..

Is it just a little on the surface?

I find just with a dry finger you cant just rub it off


Do your usual pre paint clean

But just dust a bit of paint over the area to check for fish eyes ...

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Well, I tried lighter fluid, Silicone Remover from Home Depot, alcohol, WD-40 and Metal Prep. The most effective remover was WD-40. I used alcohol for residue clean up. Now I can only hope the paint sticks without fisheyes. Regards, Ron

 

Turpentine works for me