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CoffeePat
Explorer
Apr 23, 2018

Removing rock hard Caulk from windows and trim

I’m trying to recaulk the windows and trim on my 5er. NOT the roof… The stuff is rock hard. ! I’ve tried a brand new plastic caulk stripper and a straight edge razor blade in 1 of those palm sized holders. This is taking forever & the joint still isn’t nice and clean. “Caulk be Gone” by DAP claims to soften caulk but they say it could\prob will stain plastic & fiberglass.
How do y’all get the old caulk off?

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  • CoffeePat's avatar
    CoffeePat
    Explorer
    Apr 23, 2018
    OOOOHHHH YEAH!!!
    Heat Gun works GREAT.
    So glad I asked and tks for the suggestion.
    Don't know if I'm in the exact right forum, but it's full of RVers who have a lot more experience than I do. A Great resource. I don't post often because of all the haters. I did look first but most of what i found was roof sealing....& most of the you tube was bath room/house,
    but anyway, thank you very much.
  • the_bear_II's avatar
    the_bear_II
    Explorer
    Apr 23, 2018
    X-2 Heat Gun be careful not to melt anything. You just want the caulk to be pliable.
  • OkieGene's avatar
    OkieGene
    Explorer
    Apr 23, 2018
    Get a heat gun. Read the instructions carefully. There are some YouTube videos.
  • Farmboy666's avatar
    Farmboy666
    Explorer
    Apr 23, 2018
    I have a Fein oscillating tool and a grout cutting blade. You can get a cheaper version. If it's taking to long by hand thats about the best way, variable speed is the best option.

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