Silkaflex

[Graham of Madrid]

Hello again !

My rear red/white roof marker lamp was the victim of overhanging branches this weekend and I've got a replacement. I'm assuming I need silkaflex for sealing the light unit to the side of the van. Do I use any of their products or is there something specific ?

Thanks !!

 

[TheBig1]

lights are usually attached and sealed with non setting mastic. you could use sikaflex but it will need cutting off if the light needs changing later

 

[Graham of Madrid]

ooh what's non setting mastic, is that silicone sealant like used in the bathroom ?
can you name a brand please ?

 

[nicholsong]

Go to the sikaflex website. All the properties of their various products are explained there.

 

[TheBig1]

the one used by most motorhome/caravan builders is carafax, but the best one for diy is w4 mastic on a roll. easy to find on ebay and any caravan accessory shop

it is sticky and does not set, nothing like silicone bathroom sealant

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[Graham of Madrid]

Hello Nicholsong - you are an absolute treasure ! Thank you very much !!

I just looked - Would you recommend the uFC product ? I assume I can get it at any hardware store ?

I'm looking into W4 - not sure if my local motorhome shop has it - I was looking for something easy to get but I might have to order it.

 

[Graham of Madrid]

So my local had W4 on a roll in stock. I have been using it but I've found that the plastic backing is difficult to remove. Thanks for your help

 

[pandas]

'Bondic' looks a terrific product but for a permanent fix

 

[Graham of Madrid]

Yes thanks for that. I'd prefer something which I can remove easily in the future if I have problems again