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05-21-2006, 08:48 PM #1Junior Member
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Swim Platform staining upholstery
This season, whenever I step onto swim platform after a set of wakeboarding or whatever......and step onto the upholstery, black footprints appear. They won't wipe off with just water, but require soap and/or a cleaning agent. Obviously, this is coming from the swim platform.
Any suggestions on how to treat the platform?
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05-21-2006, 08:50 PM #2Junior Member
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Oh, I own an '05 Mobius LSV, if it matters!
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05-21-2006, 09:34 PM #3Senior Member
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Try Aero 303, we/I think it is oxidation. I have same boat - no problems
Naked red and white 2005 Moomba LSV
Teaching my kids to Ride, Shoot Strait and Tell the Truth
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05-21-2006, 09:59 PM #4Junior Member
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The only permanent solution that I know of would be to cover with gator grip, rhino lining, or Line X.
For a temporary solution, I have been scrubbing with simple green before starting the day and it helps immensely. Also - I cleaned the upholstery with Mr Clean and it worked great to remove the stains.
I think the problem is caused by the platform being exposed to the sun when not in use. Covering the platform when not in use would help greatly.04 XLV GG
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05-22-2006, 10:57 AM #5Senior Member
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Spray Nine works well for cleaning IMO
http://www.spraynine.com/index.php?c...=Marine+%2F+RV
Give Hydro Turf a look if you are considering replacing the pad
http://hydroturf.com/
good luck, E
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05-29-2006, 08:35 AM #6Member
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I sprayed mine with a lacquer clear coat. Seems to have sealed it...... no more black mess. It is also alot less work than stripping it and replacing with an alternate material. I got the idea from a previous post this winter, I can't remember who suggested it, but thanks for the tip.
Marlon
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05-29-2006, 09:29 PM #7Senior Member
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We've had a few posts about this same topic. do a search thee is some good info on the board about it. I personally used a mild compound to take the top layer that is exposed to the sun off, then used a marine rubber and vynal conditioner that has a UV blocker in it. I have also tailored a simple fabric cover to keep it out of the sun because it is the root of this problem!
Cheers2005 Moomba Outback
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05-31-2006, 12:27 AM #8Senior Member
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I also used a Minwax Indoor/Outdoor spray lacquer from the local hardware store and it worked great. Got the idea from this forum somewhere. Did this on Friday afternoon. Boat was in water all Memorial day weekend and it has eliminated the black mess. Its not slippery etc. Takes about 3 hours to dry good. Dont apply in the wind or better yet take the platform off first.
I mess with Texas
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05-31-2006, 01:54 AM #9Senior Member
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I have owned 2 Moomba boats, an '03 and now we have an '05. Both of our boats had/have the same problem with the platform pad material. Our boat is stored in the garage and is never subjected to long periods of sun exposure so I'm not sure I can agree with all of the comments on this topic. What I will agree with is that if you regularly scrub the black pads with a cleaner it significantly reduces the transfer problem on the upholstery.
Jeff
Dearborn, MI
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05-31-2006, 03:06 AM #10Member
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Has anyone brought this problem up with their dealer or any Moomba people?
Dave
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