Would rope caulk be adequate in place of the old pliable stuff they used 50+ years ago? I'm removing stainless trim for eventual painting underneath and have been scraping away the old black goo. Wouldn't want to use something that might degrade the paint later. Thanks!
this is the stuff i use. http://www.nationaltoolwarehouse.co...&zmap=3M8578&gclid=CJu42bShgMwCFUQjgQodYCMBMw
What I remember from the late '50s and up being called "dum dum" was rope caulk. It was gray in color and was on waxed paper in flat strips that were sort of semi-sliced so you cut pull loose one strip or more to apply. I do not believe it ever did any 'damage' to paint surfaces, other than mask if from fading. In other words, I think it is safe for what you propose doing with it. edit: I gotta use fewer words and/or type faster Ray
The rope caulk from the hardware store worked fine on a project I did years ago. I don't see why it wouldn't be just as good today. Be sure to look for one that is non hardening though. KK
3m I bought last time was different than it used to be. It was junk. Sticky and not easy to use as before.
I got a roll of windshield sealer I've been using for years, a 3M product and still pliable even though I've had it for 20 years.
Put me in the 3M line too. I did happen upon a box of gray stuff with a Ford part number on it. Couldn't imagine the price, I found it in an old tool box I was given along with 2 cans of Ford teflon grease. It's easier to manage than the 3M but I prefer the 3M over anything else.
This what I use.It also holds screws in place if you put a tad in top of the screw head while trying to steady the screw driver while screwing it in place, and it doesn't harden up.Bruce .
I have used what's called "Duct Seal" available at the local hardware or electrical supply. Also on the auction site for $12-$15 for 5 or 6 pounds. It comes in 1 lb bricks and resembles C-4 but doesn't explode when you hit it with a hammer....
I find that "dum-dum" (the old strip caulk) tends to dry out and crack. I use 3M 08621 Window-Weld. It's stickier and won't dry out or crack.
Duct seal, find it the plumbing section of a hardware store, tear off a piece and mold it however you want it. Will harden in time
Not sure where you're using it, but would seam sealer in a caulking tube work, it's made to be painted over, just lay a bead where you need it. http://www.amazon.com/U-Pol-Products-0729-Adhesive-Sealant/dp/B003TQGI7Q