Cleaning solution prior to Silkaflex application

[Ianbenny]

Whats the best cleaning solution to use prior to resealing using silkaflex.
Also is Silkaflex the best stuff to use?
Cheers
Ian

 

[Otter Spotter]

Whats the best cleaning solution to use prior to resealing using silkaflex.
Also is Silkaflex the best stuff to use?
Cheers
Ian

Think Isopropyl should work, but make sure it’s dry before you sikaflex

 

[Ponner]

I would recommend roughing up the surface with course emery say 120grit before using solvent and then apply sealant
It gives a rough surface to key into

 

[Rob Turner]

Sika cleaner then activator.

 

[donkey]

A lot of Sikaflex products are combined adhesive and sealer, so would not be ideal for re-sealing applications. What are you attempting to re-seal?

Geoff

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[BouncyBoatFolk]

Panel wipe. Acetone.
Be advised, clean the area before applying any masking tape, any of the cleaning agents will almost weld the tape to surface.
Mike.

 

[Ianbenny]

A lot of Sikaflex products are combined adhesive and sealer, so would not be ideal for re-sealing applications. What are you attempting to re-seal?

Geoff

I have 2 jobs for it.
1. Using it to stick some brackets so I can attach a couple of rear mudguards, as well as screwing them on
2. Sealing underside of gas locker floor where it meets the side of the van.
I was hoping 1 product would suffice.
I know that Elddis use a Heinkel product but cant remember if it was a combined product like the silkaflex.

What would you recommend?

 

[donkey]

I have 2 jobs for it.
1. Using it to stick some brackets so I can attach a couple of rear mudguards, as well as screwing them on
2. Sealing underside of gas locker floor where it meets the side of the van.
I was hoping 1 product would suffice.
I know that Elddis use a Heinkel product but cant remember if it was a combined product like the silkaflex.

What would you recommend?

I would say Sikaflex 522 appears to be suitable for those jobs.

Geoff

 

[Peter Beeston]

Sikaflex Activator is Isopropanol (Isopropyl Alcohol) otherwise known as rubbing alcohol.
This should be suitable Isopropyl Alcohol 99.9%