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458 Washing

Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by BlackF271181, Nov 6, 2023.

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  1. BlackF271181

    BlackF271181 Karting

    Nov 17, 2022
    52
    Full Name:
    H.K
    Hi, just a curious n dumb question. During washing, is it okay to jet water into the air intake beside the windows? Assuming that there is a drainage between the air filter and the air intakes?
     
  2. PMiranda

    PMiranda Formula Junior

    Jul 23, 2004
    640
    Austin, TX
    I wouldn't aim high pressure water directly in there, but it can handle rain, so it's not a problem to rinse it gently.... assuming the drain isn't plugged up with leaves or other debris.
     
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  3. r6elmo

    r6elmo Karting

    Sep 12, 2010
    104
    i use a pressure washer and foam cannon on my car. i'll sweep across the air intake area but as ^^^ said I will not blast into it directly with high pressure water.
     
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  4. BlackF271181

    BlackF271181 Karting

    Nov 17, 2022
    52
    Full Name:
    H.K
    I use garden hose pressure, not high pressure washer. Haha. Hopefully it's okay. Regretted after washing.
     
  5. ShadowLAP

    ShadowLAP Formula Junior

    May 15, 2017
    590
    SW Suburbs of Chicago, IL
    Full Name:
    Lawrence P.
    #5 ShadowLAP, Nov 6, 2023
    Last edited: Nov 6, 2023
    If the vehicle is not "dirty" but has light road dust/film, I have been using "No Rinse Wash & Shine" for a rinseless car wash. Been using this for years with great success on my 458 Spider. I no longer have swirl marks and the product adds layers of gloss. Dip a microfiber towel in the solution lightly "wash" and then use a clean microfiber to dry. After cleaning the paint, I use a different (old) microfiber to clean the wheels. But agree with previous comments if the car is dirty and has to be washed with a hose.
     
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