How to get rid of mold spots on PFD

[frankiee]

This might be off topic a bit. sorry
I have a Mustang PFD that has mold spots on it. I bought it for work on the ship when winter comes and I wont care if it gets grease on it. Paid $5 for it.
It has mold spots on it and I was wondering if there is a way to get rid of them. Tried typical washing tonite. NOPE
Is there a orange dye I can put on it to hide the mold spots a bit. I think all the mold is dead and the black is just.....I dont know what the black would be? Dead mold?

 

[IRstuff]

It's probably pitting of the surface where the mold attached

TTFN

 

[unclesyd]

Depending on the material of construction mold can be very destructive. Also a moldy component will usually transfer mold to everything around it. Moldy equipment in a confined space can be a hazard to yourself and others.

There are people that specialize in getting rid of mold but you have to be careful as the cost will probably be greater than an a new PFD.

If there is a Coast Guard group near you have them look at the PFD. Most of the time they will take a moldy PFD out of service, if in their opinion the mold has affected the function of the device.

Personally I like a well functioning PFD as I have had to depend on one more times than I like to remember. The last problem you want is worrying about a PFD while in the water, with sharks and things.

 

[Capntom]

Try "Greased Lightening" available at HD type of stores. Any mild Bleach cleaner will work well. be sure to rinse the solution thoroughly upon completion