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Technical Silicone paint issue

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by seabeecmc, Apr 17, 2020.

  1. seabeecmc
    Joined: Jan 28, 2005
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    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
     
  2. Ebbsspeed
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  3. woodiewagon46
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    from New York

    I have used Isopropyl alcohol and household vinegar to remove the residue to re-calk around a sink.
     
  4. 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 ...

    Sent from my SM-G960F using Tapatalk
     
  5. seabeecmc
    Joined: Jan 28, 2005
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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
     
  6. Dave Mc
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    Turpentine works for me
     

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