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• I'm experiencing something that I've
  • What does it smell like?
    • I believe it's mildew.
  • Do you still have that nice Shannon 38 PH?
    • Yep, I sure do. I can't see ever changing boats again..
  • 2 naturally occurring problems
    • Dan has suggested that I use a power washer
      • Not such a good idea .... without qualifications
    • Rotting skin cells? Give us a break!
      • Whatever it is...skin, soap, body oils, etc., shower's draining into the bilge will cause a lot of odor, plus encourage
        • Been there, smelled that. Not pleasant!
  • Are you at a dock or on a mooring Steve?
    • We're in a marina. I have 4 cowl vents and one solar
      • Vent vent vent.
        • More on venting
  • I've had closed up boats that never smelled. Must be something you could find...
    • cleaning and odors
      • Can you tell me more? I know about a
      • BAD IDEA ....`
        • Steam vapoor is a very good idea
          • What brand/model steamer do you recommend?
            • Mine is a vapor clean
          • I am leery about steam cleaning in places you can't "get to".
            • Ozone
          • They use that in Mumbai, don't they?
    • Well now you've hit on it! It's that old pair