How do you clean a helmet that has been in salt water?

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04-25-2003, 01:53 PM

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How do you clean a helmet that has been in salt water?

I need some help here-- anybody been tossed out of their boat while wearing a helmet? What's the best way to go about getting it cleaned up afterward?

04-25-2003, 02:16 PM

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04-25-2003, 02:16 PM

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uuhhhh....Bruce??

..can you help the man out???

04-25-2003, 02:23 PM

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Bodyshot,
That was a good one!

04-25-2003, 03:02 PM

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You guys are just TOOOO funny......

I just rinsed them off with fresh water.. they seem to be fine

04-25-2003, 08:58 PM

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Good question what kind of helmet do you have?

SHOEI?

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04-26-2003, 11:42 AM

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We rinsed out the helmet thoroughly with fresh water then let it dry out completely in the hot sun. It was stored with a bar of soap inside to help eliminate any "smell" that may have started. The com system had to be replaced but the helmet was fine!

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