Sikaflex - what type?

huskydog
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edited October 2016 in Parts & Accessories #1

I need to seal some cable entry on the roof of my M/H, just looked at sikaflex on E-Bay and there are so many differnt types , can someone advise what type(number) to use.....

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  • triky auto
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    edited October 2016 #2

    Sikaflex 215.  I used it to fix the solar panel onto the roof of my Autocruise .NO movement at all ,even at high speeds and high winds.

  • huskydog
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    edited October 2016 #3

    I'm sure I posted this in " parts and accessories " 

    perhaps a mod could move it , thanks 

    P.S.    thanks triky 

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    edited October 2016 #4
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  • huskydog
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    edited October 2016 #5

    Triky got the right numbers, but not necessarily in the right order Smile

  • Vicmallows
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    edited October 2016 #6

    Whatever grade of Sika (Polyurethane adhesive/sealant) be quite sure that you will never want to remove the fitting! 

    I used Sika 291 when installing the windows on my boat 32 years ago. The windows could now do with refurbishment, but removing them is impossible without damaging either the windows or the coachroof.   If adhesion is not the primary issue, just 'stick' (!) with silicone sealant.

    Incidentally, for many general tasks requiring a polyurethane, PU40 or similar is just as good at a fraction of the price.

     

     

  • Vicmallows
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    edited October 2016 #7

    (Apologies to Solo's that this thread is somehow in your category)

  • huskydog
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    edited October 2016 #8

    I thought a "MOD" would have "jumped" on me by nowCool

  • SELL
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    edited October 2016 #9

    Its the weekend Husky, will probally get moved on monday.

  • triky auto
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    edited October 2016 #10

    Undecided , Sorry H.D ,It's been a hard day !!

  • EmilysDad
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    edited October 2016 #11

     ....  If adhesion is not the primary issue, just 'stick' (!) with silicone sealant. ...

    You don't want silicon sealant on your caravan. There are proper none setting mastics for sealing gaps around windows etc

  • rayjsj
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    edited October 2016 #12

    I need to seal some cable entry on the roof of my M/H, just looked at sikaflex on E-Bay and there are so many differnt types , can someone advise what type(number) to use.....

    Write your comments here...512  I have always used, attached skylight wind deflector to the roof of my daughters vw camper, 8 years ago, still  there, no problems.Sikaflex 512 is NOT a silicone, its a very strong bonding flexible white adhesive.

  • huskydog
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    edited October 2016 #13

    So, Sikaflex 512 it is , thanks all 

    strange I'm still here , normally every thing I post get monitored Sealed

  • briantimber
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    edited October 2016 #14

    Husky, if you only order one tube maybe that counts as a solo....Wink

  • Navigateur
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    edited October 2016 #15

    When I was about to order some Sikaflex to fit solar panels I could not remember the correct number so I 'phoned up their help line.  The number I was given (and have now forgotten) was different from the usual but not all that expensive. It does seem to
    have worked well, and I recall reading in the instruction sheet the dire warning "After 24 hours exposure to air this product can only be removed mechanically."

    I tried cutting the tube open after it had unfortunately gone hard and it was like sawing through a steel bar. I guess I'll not be transfering the panel to the next 'van!

  • huskydog
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    edited October 2016 #16

    5 days ,and still not been movedUndecided

  • vivien
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    edited October 2016 #17

    5 days ,and still not been movedUndecided

    Write your comments here... you must be in someones good books!  

  • vivien
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    edited October 2016 #18

    (Apologies to Solo's that this thread is somehow in your category)

    Write your comments here... no probs! It cant be helped! Its not as if you could edit or remove it yourself, is it?  

  • triky auto
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    edited October 2016 #19

    Undecided ,H.D ,,,'Sikaflex' won't let anything move  !! Surprised.

  • vivien
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    edited October 2016 #20

    Undecided ,H.D ,,,'Sikaflex' won't let anything move  !! Surprised.

    Write your comments here...you need Sennakot for that! Lol

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