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Re:Silicone remover



James Purchase writes:

> "I'm having a warm time removing silicone sealant from a cracked aquarium in
>  order to execute repairs.  Anyone know of a chemical that removes the
>  stuff?"
>  
>  Acetone - available in the automotive section of most well stocked
>  "superstores" (Canadian Tire in Canada).

Won't acetone dissolve the plastic frame as well?  In fact I suspect it will 
eat the frame faster than the silicone.

Bob Dixon