Rethreading a CRT Questions

[MadMan]

Originally Posted by DavGoodlin

Half a tube was used on each base in one hole and it flowed in and around the base closest to the CRT glass. Most or all of the wires going into the CRT may be covered also. Looking into the second hole, it was showing a rising level of silicone.

You totally filled it? O_o

I mean... ok... I guess. But yeah, you're never getting that off. 1/4" bead around the rim would've been plenty. And a lot easier.