Phresh2010

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Had this lip for 3 years and always had to reinstall it every year because I did not drill it into the bumper but used 3m tape instead. This tape holds maybe for the first few months but over time parts of it doesn't stick. The proper way to install it is to drill but I do not trust myself.

Does anyone know how to install this properly? or know a shop that can? LMK ASAP PLZ

Thank you, Alex

Gytis123

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You should use adhesion promoter on the lip and on the bumper before you apply double side tape . You can get that at any auto parts store ( napa 100% sure )What town are you in ?

Phresh2010

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i heard adhesives wont work, and i do want to drill it as i dont plan to change the lip kit at all

passnu2

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I don't recall having to drill anything on my aftermarket front lip and the few OEM's we installed in my garage? It should use the OEM holes once you remove that lower piece from the front bumper. The sides, by the front wheel, I thought it was a self tap screw and there is a dimple mark (or used to be) for you to line it up.

I agree with Gytis that stuff works wonders. He helped me on one of my cars and that stuff did the trick

passnu2

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this is how mine was installed when I had my IS. Not sure if the facelift changed anything but maybe this will help??

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...stall-diy.html

chi123

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^^^ On the facelifted IS, there's no lip on the bumper anymore so there's no holes to use to mount the GFX lip.

But adhesive promoter does work. I used a little and my rear lip has been on for a year now. Even after backing up onto a curb, scrapping it in the parking lot at work, it's still stuck on good. Good body shops use adhesive promoter along with tape.

If you want it drilled, I can see if the one of the mechanics at McGrath Lexus would want to do it for you and for how much since I work there?

Phresh2010

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^^^if you can that would be great. shoot me a pm when you find out thx

passnu2

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daily400 could help you out but give him a few days, hes out of town attending a funeral.

does the dealer drill to install?

Phresh2010

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^^according to the instructions yea, if you can let him know that would be great, i will pay! =]

passnu2

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hes got a lot on his plate right now...

Not sure if you tried this member or not??

Linus73 (Steve) could probably also help at his shop? I would think a few self tapping screws/bolts will do the trick but I haven't touched a newer IS. I would offer to help but I'm a far drive for something that won't take much time. PM and see if he can help or has someone that can do a side job.