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Subject: Re: Europa-List: replacing acrylic window
From: SHERIDAN Roger <RSheridan@specialistaviation.com>
Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2022 07:09:06

Hi Fred,

I would try this dremel attachment to regulate depth.

Rotary Multi Tool Cutting Guide with Drills Router Attachment Kit HSS Router 
Drill
Bit Set https://amzn.eu/d/8s68s8r

Best wishes,

Roger

> On 6 Aug 2022, at 05:47, Kingsley Hurst <kingsnjan@westnet.com.au> wrote:
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> Fred,
>
> I would suggest a flap disc on an angle grinder. The coarseness of the flap 
> disc
subject to test but Id try medium to start.
>
> Before I fitted my windows, I used this method to remove existing gelcoat in
order to get maximum depth rebate for the window.  I approached the job thinking
it would take several hours but much to my surprise it was done in no time.
I found the flap disc easy to control.
>
> Good luck mate
>
> Kingsley
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On 6 Aug 2022, at 11:56 am, Fred Klein <freddythek10@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Gents,
>>
>> Among the tasks I face ahead is to replace my shattered starboard 
>> door/window.
>>
>> Using a heat gun, I have successfully removed the shards with heat sufficient
to soften the acrylic and break its bond with the Redux but without making the
slightest impression in the Redux itselfit remains as a smooth film which is
bonded to the recess in the door/window frame.
>>
>> I would like to remove the existing Redux in order to have the full depth of
the frame recess available for a fresh bed of Redux when I install the new 
window.
>>
>> Would anyone have a recommendation on the best way to remove the existing 
>> Redux?
>>
>> thanks,
>>
>> Fred
>> A-194
>
>


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