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BillandCarole
Explorer
Sep 29, 2014

Removing Velcro from Gelcoat

We have adhesive Velcro fasteners that have deteriorated from sunlight exposure. They have to be replaced. Unfortunately, the adhesive that holds them to the rig has not. Suggestions on getting them off? Will WD40 safely do the trick? Any other ideas?
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Bill and Carole
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  • Gjac's avatar
    Gjac
    Explorer III
    Oct 01, 2014
    ScottG wrote:
    When removing them, pull it straight back against the itself. If you pull it off perpendicular to the surface you have the highest risk of damage.
    All adhesives are weaker in peel than in tension. If the adhesive is epoxy, solvent won't work if it is some kind of contact adhesive acetone would be the best bet to soften the adhesive. I would try to start the peel with a razor after acetone at the bond line then grab with Visegrips to peel it off.

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