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dhunt
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Initially Posted - 09/21/2003 :  20:37:55  Show Profile
You may know what I mean . . . I found it around the pop top and fore hatch . . . it's that black sticky stuff . . .I think Home Depot sells it for weather stripping or use when putting a cap on a pickup bed. It's a gooey black mess . . . Any magic solvents?

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frog0911
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Response Posted - 09/21/2003 :  21:21:09  Show Profile
Depending one the thickness, if it is thick then scrape off as much as possible with a dull putty knife then saturate with kerosene and wipe off. You will need plenty of rags or paper towels. The kerosene will leave a slight oily film put will not harm the surface. You can wipe dry with paper towels.

I use kerosene and 0000 steal wool to clean the deck stainless then wipe down with a rag. The kerosene removes all the bugs and other surface dirt and leaves the thin film that both shines and protects it against rust and salt exposure. I do this every 6 months.

Kerosene is good stuff for removing any petroleum based product.

Good luck.

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Response Posted - 09/23/2003 :  16:45:47  Show Profile
Try Mineral Spirits - if that doesn't work use Interlux fiberglass solvent wash 202. Neither will damage your gelcoat.

Doug Hibberd, 'Shiraz'
C25 SK/SR 1983
Austin, TX
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Champipple
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Try Mineral Spirits - if that doesn't work use Interlux fiberglass solvent wash 202. Neither will damage your gelcoat.

Doug Hibberd, 'Shiraz'
C25 SK/SR 1983
Austin, TX
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But the 202 will damage you, so use in a ventilated area (not with the boat in the barn), use big chemical rubber gloves, eye protection and a respirator. Have the captain douse the smoking lamp 'cause that stuff is flamable. Also dispose of rags in a safe location.

I would go with he kerosene first.

dw

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