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    I read about 20 pages of this thread but didn't find what I need to know.

    I'm in a third world country and there is no such thing as "Odourless mineral spirits", let alone Silnylon.
    Does anyone have any suggestions about a simple chemical, available the world over, that would dissolve silicon but not leave a kerosene-ish stink?
    Would medical alcohol do it?

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    Quote Originally Posted by JJBrewbus View Post
    I read about 20 pages of this thread but didn't find what I need to know.

    I'm in a third world country and there is no such thing as "Odourless mineral spirits", let alone Silnylon.
    Does anyone have any suggestions about a simple chemical, available the world over, that would dissolve silicon but not leave a kerosene-ish stink?
    Would medical alcohol do it?

    J
    Not sure, but here is a link to the Wikipedia article on mineral spirits. It may help you find a similar domestic product.

    Hope it helps!
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    Given your location, probably will just have to use whatever is available. I've never seen 'odorless' mineral spirits here in Canada, but have seen 'low odor' being sold. I suspect they are the same, as I have a hard time believing that they could make paint thinner actually odorless. I could be wrong, but I'd be surprised. Turpentine, varsol, mineral spirits etc. would all work. Maybe different names where you are? Would think any available general 'paint thinner' would work, but don't use lacquer thinner.... I doubt that would be available for you anyway.

    Use what you can get, and just let it air out or wash a bit until the odor is not an issue. You wouldn't be the first to use 'non' odorless mineral spirits on their tarp!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Algonquin_bound View Post
    Use what you can get, and just let it air out or wash a bit until the odor is not an issue. You wouldn't be the first to use 'non' odorless mineral spirits on their tarp!
    Hmm... I heard and read in a few places that normal turpentine / white spirit / thinners, etc should all be avoided because that kerosene-like smell stays with you 'forever'! But, is that just an exaggeration?

    Maybe medical alcohol would be better. I shall have to experiment. Thanks

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    That is quite possible..... I've never tried it myself.

    Maybe washing in peroxide and baking soda, (or just baking soda??) would help with the smell?? Best of luck!

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    You know, when silicone cures, it "off gasses" a distinct vinegar odor.

    I would try some white vinegar on a test sample? You never know until you try.

    Good luck. I've done this process, and am happy with the results, (Not with vinegar though)

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    Can you keep this mixed in a sealed container for use whenever you need it?

    Also can you change the ratios for use as a seam sealant?

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    I imagine you could, just give it a shake once and a while. Might be some length of shelf life on it though, but maybe not... I really couldn't don't know either way.

    Seam sealer is just straight silicone... no thinning.

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    The ideal method of application would be to find, clean, and use a printing plate processor if you could find one wide enough. Granted this would be expensive... unless you DIY i. The basic components are: a drive roller-set, soaking bath tank, a squeegee roller-set. If the bath isn't enough, add a spray-bar after the squeegee rollers, after which would need a second set of squeegees, finishing up with a drier blower. I doubt youd need a rinsing spraybar stage before the drier but most of the commercially made processors will have that built in

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    Quote Originally Posted by WalksIn2Trees View Post
    The ideal method of application would be to find, clean, and use a printing plate processor if you could find one wide enough. Granted this would be expensive... unless you DIY i. The basic components are: a drive roller-set, soaking bath tank, a squeegee roller-set. If the bath isn't enough, add a spray-bar after the squeegee rollers, after which would need a second set of squeegees, finishing up with a drier blower. I doubt youd need a rinsing spraybar stage before the drier but most of the commercially made processors will have that built in
    Which, uh......(no offense.....)..... takes this way out of the realm of DIY. Even for those with the space and resources to DIY a small industrial complex. Seriously not trying to be insulting, but that is just crazy....not DIY gear stuff. (sorry!!! but thanks for the reply!) Detail for those wishing to refine i guess!

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