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my 2018 GS convertible top leaks At this touchless car wash
Cleaning the Convertible Top The convertible top should be cleaned often. Do not use high-pressure car washes as these may cause water to enter the vehicle. Hand wash the convertible top
Last edited by SilverGhost; Jun 25, 2018 at 03:32 PM.
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My 2015 vert has never leaked while driving. It does leak some at the top of the windows in the car wash. I atttibute this to the sideways water stream that you never encounter in everyday driving.
BTW I have stopped using the car wash, too much detergent is used to compensate for no brushes. I use Adams waterless wash, done in 10 minutes if car is not real dirty.
BTW I have stopped using the car wash, too much detergent is used to compensate for no brushes. I use Adams waterless wash, done in 10 minutes if car is not real dirty.
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It's not uncommon. The pressure of the water, along with the angle of the stream will find it's way in if possible. I f I hit mine just the right way with the handheld wands, it will let some water in at the top of the side windows.
Last edited by Rebel Yell; Jun 27, 2018 at 10:21 AM.
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Ditto here, sideways with my pressure washer and I get a small drip inside the window. Now I use downwards pressure and no leaks. Was on a long road trip with several torrential downpours and no leaks at all.
Burning Brakes
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You do have to be careful to make sure the car wash DOES NOT use hot wax in the sprayers- this can damage the material on the convertible top.
If they offer 3 levels of wash- usually the cheapest one does not have spray wax.
I sure miss the retractable hardtop that was on my XLR.....never had to worry about taking it through a car wash.
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