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Old Dec 4, 2006 | 10:05 PM
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Are there any problems associated with taking a roadster through a nice touchless carwash (no spinning brushes of course)? Do the swinging noodles get stuck anywhere they shouldn't or does the high pressure water force its way into the car?

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Old Dec 4, 2006 | 10:08 PM
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I usually wash my car myself but have been through a few car washes without any issues.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2006 | 10:10 PM
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The only problem I had was water forcing its way through the back where the top secures to the trunk area. It was almost funny sitting in the car and then getting the back of my neck slapped with water!

But I took it to the dealer and they replaced that black trim/adhesive because it buckled from the top going up and down so much. But other then that, no problems with mine other then that standard drip factor by the window at the front.

But hey, its the price of owning a ragtop and wanting to keep it clean, right?
 
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Old Dec 4, 2006 | 10:12 PM
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Default Re: roadster in a carwash?

I've had no problems.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2006 | 06:29 PM
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Originally Posted by mss400
Are there any problems associated with taking a roadster through a nice touchless carwash (no spinning brushes of course)? Do the swinging noodles get stuck anywhere they shouldn't or does the high pressure water force its way into the car?

Mitch
I haven't had any...
 
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Old Dec 9, 2006 | 07:10 PM
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I use 'em when I'm extra lazy. No problems at all except it's hell on wax. My touchless car wash is near the house, so I scoot right home and hit it with Quick Detailer. Gets rid of water spots and prolongs wax life.
 
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Old Dec 10, 2006 | 10:56 AM
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Nooo! The car wash is the ENEMY! Touchless or not.
 
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Old Dec 22, 2006 | 06:48 PM
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When I had mine I took my roadster through the touchless carwash. The biggest thing you have to worry about is the path your front left tire goes through...if there is one. The one I went on had a metal track you had to drive through so your car was lined up right....if you rubbed up on that, your rim will not appreciate it!
 
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