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BBQHILLBILLY
Sun, 29th Apr 2012, 08:31 PM
Any ez way to remove old silicone from a 75 sump and baffle ends?

Im gonna rearrange some baffles. Any idears lmk

Thanks

johnsutter71
Sun, 29th Apr 2012, 08:35 PM
I'm no expert but probably a razer.

BBQHILLBILLY
Sun, 29th Apr 2012, 08:41 PM
Removing silicone can be tedious if you hold a razor with your hand and scrape down and then try to scrape off and clean.

There has to be an easier way. Especially if you want a smooth surface.

Also if you remove the baffle it has the old silicone on the edges. Using a razor blade to make a smooth surface wont work.

lmk

jroescher
Sun, 29th Apr 2012, 10:01 PM
A fresh razor is about the only way I would attempt it. There are chemicals, such as MEK (methyl ethyl ketone) that will take it off, but I wouldn't want it anywhere near an aquarium.

Reefer madness92
Sun, 29th Apr 2012, 11:04 PM
Food grade acetone or alcohol and an extremely good clean with vinegar all I can think of