DeBond 2000

[JustStartin]

I recently replaced the starboard side winch on my CP-19 (different thread on the forum) and I used a product called DeBond 2000 to remove the original winch.  I can't say enough how impressed I was with this product!  The adhesive used on the original winch was most likely 3M 5200 which is a permanent adhesive and an absolute BEAR to remove.

I started by scoring the adhesive with a sharp knife.  After scoring around the entire winch, I sprayed some of the DeBond 2000 onto the score and on the screw heads as well (I figured they also bonded the screws down).  After about 20 minutes of letting the product "work", I began to pry on the winch using a 5-in-1 tool.  I could tell that the DeBond 2000 was doing it's job as the adhesive that was visible was just flaking off.  I repeated the score and spray part one more time and let sit again for about 20 minutes.  After that, everything freed right up.  I even ended up using the original screws for the new winch!

Best part of all is that DeBond 2000 does no harm to fiberglass.  I highly recommend this product for removing "permanent adhesives"!

[Bob23]

Thanks, Startin'!
   I knew a solvent existed but didn't know the name. I don't install anything that may need to be removed with 5200. I use bedding compound instead.
   Fair winds, Bob23 in NJ

[Paul]

I can vouch for this product as well!!!  Used the same method you describe with the same results.  It likes to work above 65 degrees F.  I wiped up drips with alcohol, per the instructions.  This neutralizes the DeBond.  Also, beware that it will take up paints as well, even LPU.  Both 5200 and LPU are polyurethanes after all.

Great product.  So, if you need to remove an adhesive, this is a good option.

Paul

[Paul]

Just a quick update on the matter of DeBond.  It does leave a slick residue which needs to be cleaned up or de-waxed prior to applying paint.  Acetone flashes off/evaporates to quickly to remove this.  MEK might be a better choice.  I had some Interlux 202 cleaner/de-waxer that worked well.  If you are not going to paint, then no need to worry.

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