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silicone cover

Picketwire

Well-known member
I bought a silicone cover for when the remote is mounted on the frame and I don't want to get dirt in the keypads. However I so not want it on all the time. The cover was extremely hard to put over the remote as the silicone is very sticky. I do not want to go through this every time I install this cover I thought about soapy water, then realized that was completely stupid. Does anyone have a solution? Thank you for your time.
 
I have the same cover and know exactly what you're talking about. My solution: I leave it on most of the time, usually just cleaning the outside with a wipe or wet cloth after each hunt.

Occasionally, I take it off to clean the cover and remote completely. When it's time to put it back on the remote, I've found turning the cover inside-out helps. That way, you can roll it onto the remote instead of dragging it and getting resistance from the silicone.

If only it was a little easier to put on, it would be the perfect case!
 
Thank you for your reply. On the Tube I saw someone make silicone less sticky by mixing baking soda and water and painting it on the item and letting it sit until dry, then cleaning but I would think that would make it hazy. I guess I could try it on a small portion.
 
I’ve seen neoprene “environmental covers” advertised and one came with F75 when I bought it. Keeps the control head clean and basically dirt/dust free but not water proof. Pretty much a snap to take off and put on. Draw back? The plastic window can be hard to see thru if you have the sun directly at your back.
 
I had one for the T2. Same thing. I could hardly see through it no matter the sun's position. I still have the T2, no idea where the covers are. I guess the part over the batteries put some resistance on the on/off volume control to keep it from turning on accidentally but a couple of ¼ inch o-rings do the job now.
 
Rarely take it off except for cleaning. Not ideal but I have a protective cover over the face.
 

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I tried the baking soda treatment. It didn't make it hazy but it didn't make it easier to get on either, it was just as sticky as before. I really like the cover to keep dirt and mud out of the keypad and protect it when it falls over when laying the detector down but I would like to install and remove easier.
 
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