Sealer for window rubbers
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I used clear silicone sealant from a builders merchant on my windscreen rubber 5 years ago. Been dry ever since.
I’m not sure the seals are the issue. They are only 2-3 years old, and were covered in silicone when I removed them for the rebuild. They were very supple and like new when I refitted them. I’m almost certain the alpine window aperture has been cut by hand, and not the correct size. I don’t think this is helping.
Will that come off with something like mineral spirits, or white spirits? Thinking about when the seals will need renewing.
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Its a bit labour intensive to get it off glass (same as getting it off a bath and ceramic tiles). I generally use a stanley knife blade to scrape the bulk off and wipe the last few scraps off with white spirit.
I think I may give this a try. Thanks for the heads up!
bluedog333
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A dedicated silicone remover gel will make short work of removing it.
Scooby22
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There are two different size glass thickess, the rubbers may be for the later thicker alpine window thickness.
doriz
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Lashings of Vaseline, reet laugh trying to wrestle the things in but it keeps em reet supple
I’m sure I measured them to check. Something says they were between 4.8 and 4.9mm.
frog hopper
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Captain Tolleys Creeping Crack Cure, ----
is the one a lot of motorhome/caravan owners use.
is the one a lot of motorhome/caravan owners use.
WD40 is great for removing silicone sealant. Just make sure it’s removed properly before you apply new sealant.
