Front calliper decals faded

[Jog]

The decals on the front callipers have faded to a pinkish finish compared to the original bright red. I assume this is common but could it be classed as a defect and therefore rectified under warranty?

[rjkflyer]

Mine have too. Never thought of claiming - not terribly concerned but see your point - let's see what the consensus is.

[chemical-ali]

So have mine. I thought of paining them yello!

[Jezzer]

Usually caused by using acid based wheel cleaner. Mine still look like new after 10k miles but I've only cleaned wheels with soapy water before.

[rjkflyer]

Never used acid-based. Just Zymol and/or detergent.

[Jezzer]

[quote="rjkflyer"]Never used acid-based. Just Zymol and/or detergent.[/quote

That's interesting, can't understand why these would of faded then. I would take them back to Audi then in this case and ask them to comment.]

[SR71]

Virosol..on Love_iTT's recommendation...and check his car out!

[ChrisRS4]

I use Meguire's Wheel Brightner diluted 4:1, and nearly 20k of heavy braking they're as new looking as the day I bought the thing.

[rjkflyer]

Hmmm, i wonder if the excessive heating i must have put in to do the pads and discs in 10k miles has anything to do with it...?

[Jog]

I use a citrus based product called citriclean which is very similar to virisol. I am going to to my dealer on Thursday and I might ask them to comment.

[Lancia]

I use P21s. Mine were faded when I purchased the car but gathered they fade on heat. Have a look at any car with Brembos on it and if its actually "enjoyed" they should be brownish also. If not the owner drives like a girl.