I use paint thinner to smooth and clean up while caulking with Vulkem,
and it softens and loosens the silicone caulk. And it doesn't eat the
clear coat.
Daisy
Jerry Sulkin wrote:
>
> Lincoln,
> I've had great success with a product called "Orange Waterless" that I
> picked up from a custodial supply store. It is a pure citrus cleaner but
> very powerful. The prior owner had smeared silicone caulk all over my 71
> Safari. Just spray it on, let it soak for five minutes or so and wipe or
> scrape off with a plastic putty knife. Might take a couple of applications
> but it does the job. Keep in mind that it will also remove your clear coat
> if you have any left on your trailer. That was not a concern for me as I am
> removing my clear coat anyway.
>
> Jerry Sulkin
> 71 Safari
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: soule [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
> Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:48 PM
> To: Multiple recipients of VACList
> Subject: [VAC] Removing the dreaded silicone caulk
>
> Does anyone have a suggestion about how to remove old silicone caulk
> from the exterior without stratching the surface?
>
> Lincoln Soule
> 1977 Tradewind
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