Permatex #2

justchange

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I used this to assemble the impeller housings on a stringer.

Since this is what the repair book said to use, I did. Anyone have an idea how to seperate the two pieces? They just don't pull apart and am hesitant to use more force. [vise,etc]
 

foodfisher

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Re: Permatex #2

Razor blade of some sort. Utility knife, box cutter etc. What's a stringer in this context?
 

justchange

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Re: Permatex #2

Sorry, stringer is the type of outdrive. I've tried the razor knife thing but the pieces fit so tight that it doesn't work.
 

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Re: Permatex #2

Take the blade (utility) out of the handle and try tapping with a hammer. Carefully, straight in, of course. May need more than one and watch your eyes, and wear gloves.
 

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Re: Permatex #2

Heat up the junction. It'll soften with heat. Failing that, I'm pretty sure alcohol dissolves it.
 

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Re: Permatex #2

Permatex #2 is great stuff! I have been using it for years.

Warm it up gently - a heat gun would be good - just warm to touch and the two parts should twist apart SLOWLY. I haven't found anything yet that will dissolve Permatex.
 

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Re: Permatex #2

Permatex #2 is great stuff! I have been using it for years.

Warm it up gently - a heat gun would be good - just warm to touch and the two parts should twist apart SLOWLY. I haven't found anything yet that will dissolve Permatex.

!0% ethanol gasoline dissolves it, slowly.
 

justchange

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Re: Permatex #2

Thanks for all the replies. I'll let ya know if I get it apart.
 
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