Rick, this is the reason I hadn't replied either...epoxies are crosslinked resins once they cure...they can be softened sometimes by heat, sometimes with certain chemicals (i.e. vinegar, goo-b-gon, etc.) , but not really dissolved. When I've had to remove epoxy, I've usually ended up resorting to a very sharp blade and trimming very, very carefully.
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