mk1 wings, sealant AARGH!

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mk1 wings, sealant AARGH!

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i'm currently 2 hours into trying to get one of the wings off my storm and the end is not in site yet lol, did they really need to use so much sealant on them?

i don't suppose any one's got any useful tips for getting the wings off? or is it just a case of carrying on with a screw driver? :shocking:


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Heat gun?


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would a hair dryer work? that's the closest thing i have to a heat gun :dunno:


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Probably, any kinda heat is better than none... although don't use the afro-comb tip and don't bother with curling tongs :blush:


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heat gun or blow torch. both of which can be bought very cheap from wickes*

i doubt a hair dryer will be anywhere near hot enuf










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Hopefully you have removed all 10 (I think it is) retaining screws.


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Mine had to be cut off in the end - they were caked in the stuff!


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i'd happily cut them off if i could find some thing to put back on. i'll be investing in a heat gun ver soon, need to de-sealant the bay while i'm at it


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