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Shell mold

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by 2017_tacoma, Jul 30, 2020.

  1. Jul 30, 2020 at 11:38 AM
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    So i have a shell that developed a lot of black mold on the inside and after i killed and cleaned it all im left with mold holes in the ceiling and i dont know what would be the safest and most wfficient way to cover the holes? Any help is appreciated

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  2. Jul 30, 2020 at 11:46 AM
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    What did you kill it with?
    I had some mold in my camper, and use a product called "Starbrite" to clean it.
    not only does it kill the mold, but it makes it vanish as well.
    I would think you could do the same.

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  3. Jul 30, 2020 at 11:55 AM
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    I killed it with white vinegar and seemed to do the job i just need some solutions on how to cover holes, as in should i just paint over it or fiber glass the holes?
     
  4. Jul 31, 2020 at 7:53 AM
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    You've got bigger problems than that, unless the shell was stored upside down outside, that's water damage. You need to repair any cracks and redo the gel coating on the exterior at a minimum If you don't see obvious damage, then gently push on it and listen, you've probably got microcracking in the gelcoat. As for the inside, yeah, I'd skim it but realize that fiberglass mat is going to absorb a good bit of material so plan accordingly.

    There are some good videos on youtube that show repairing fiberglass (check the boating channels) as well as some good info in the sailing forums.
     

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