Restoring Vintage Masks

[capn_tucker]

OK, need some advice here. I have a couple of vintage masks that the face seals are beginning to perish, but still usable. What's recommended to use on these, Armorall, silicone spray, or some other product that might be better?

[spectrum]

I have had several chemist tell me that Armor All on rubber is evil. It may be good for vinyl but it does nasty stuff to rubber. It probably does not do too much harm on tires since it soon weathers.

General purpose silicone sprays contain a wide array of vehicles most of which are not rubbers friend either. Some of the food grade or those sold specifically for outdoor gear should be helpful

I have had good luck on a few items by rubbing them down with a light film of silicone grease. Let it stand and buff as needed latter on.

Pete

[capn_tucker]

I have had several chemist tell me that Armor All on rubber is evil. It may be good for vinyl but it does nasty stuff to rubber. It probably does not do too much harm on tires since it soon weathers.

General purpose silicone sprays contain a wide array of vehicles most of which are not rubbers friend either. Some of the food grade or those sold specifically for outdoor gear should be helpful

I have had good luck on a few items by rubbing them down with a light film of silicone grease. Let it stand and buff as needed latter on.

Pete

Thanks for the info! I was doubtful about using Armorall or GP silicone; this confirms it. Thank goodness for the forum; you can always get answers..

[pescador775]

I use Dow Corning silicone fluid mentioned on another thread this board. Grease is OK. Sprays, well, Scubapro and some others sell sprays which do not contain solvents and propane or other harmful propellents. These contain Dow Corning fluid plus compressed N2, CO2 or some other inert gas.

[capn_tucker]

I use Dow Corning silicone fluid mentioned on another thread this board. Grease is OK. Sprays, well, Scubapro and some others sell sprays which do not contain solvents and propane or other harmful propellents. These contain Dow Corning fluid plus compressed N2, CO2 or some other inert gas.

Great! The Scubapro spray sounds like the hot tip. Coolness!

[Sea Explorer]

303 aerospace protectant works well for restoring and protecting rubber parts.

http://www.303products.com/tech/index.c ... uct_ID=428

Works Great! -Ryan

[capn_tucker]

303 aerospace protectant works well for restoring and protecting rubber parts.

http://www.303products.com/tech/index.c ... uct_ID=428

Works Great! -Ryan

Outstanding! Thanks for all the help guys..