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Old 09-29-2006, 09:52 AM
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I just picked up a brand new 2007 A4. How long should I wait before my first wash?
And does anyone know a good carwash around the 427 and QEW?
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Old 09-29-2006, 10:12 AM
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You can wash it anytime
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Old 09-29-2006, 01:08 PM
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Default No, that's a misconception. You have to wait for the paint to cure...
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Wait until just after it gets dirty.
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Break-in period for paint is 20,000-25,000km
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I didn't know paint even had a break in period.
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Default Paint curing is the misconception.
All modern paints, except one type used by Volvo, are baked at the factory and are ready to be washed, sealed/waxed as soon as they leave the booth. Cheers.
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