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Old 08-27-2009, 12:23 PM
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Rodney
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Default RE: Clear Silicon Sealant Wing Saddle Seal

Yes, this makes a neat and good sealant. There is one major possible problem though; if it is the silicon that has that vinegary smell, the fumes are highly corrosive to electronics and can/will wreak havoc with connector pins etc. If you use it, I'd highly suggest you do it before installing any electronics and make sure it has cured for a few days before installing the electronics. We found this out the hard way in the real aircraft business after having some major instrumentation problems as a result of said corrosion. Now they do make an electronic safe silicon seal, it will be stated as such on the container and the price is quite a bit higher, but it unfortunately is not as readily available. You may have to special order it. That stuff readily available at the local hardware store is the corrosive item.