Dissolving Silicone Sealer?
@#$%^&! lights. Glass Fresnel dome lens. Countersunk into aluminum housing. No way to do a tight 90 degrees (1/32") with a knife. I need to DISSOLVE the blue silicone sealant someone so unwisely se...
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Hrmm, I looked up the MSDS for De Solv It "Contractor Grade". It contains petroleum distillates (a light oil) and ether (organic solvent). It's not going to touch cured silicone, but it might get into the space between the silicone and the aluminum housing, loosening the grip enough to break it free.
Could try a generous application of WD-40 or other penetrating oil of your choosing.
Could try a generous application of WD-40 or other penetrating oil of your choosing.
