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Old Apr 17, 2003 | 11:44 AM
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UPS just brought the spoiler from www.irontoad.com. IT"S GREAT!!!!! Genuine Lexus with the cover plate for the third brake light for $423 and change delivered to the door. That's only $27 more than spoilerdepot.com aftermarket w/o the cover plate. I think this on is a plastic version and spoilerdepot was fiberglass. Now I just need some time this weekend to install.
Old Apr 17, 2003 | 02:12 PM
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Hi, Kbach,
Do you think it's easy to install the spoiler? Does it require to drill holes?
Old Apr 17, 2003 | 04:23 PM
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andiamo,

If Kbach's kit ts the same as the one from Toyota parts, it should come with detailed instructions. I did the install on one from Toyota parts and it is relatively easy and YES you have to drill holes - 5 total with the largest being 17mm If you are ssomewhat machanically inclined, it shouldn't be a problem to install it yourself.

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Old Apr 17, 2003 | 11:11 PM
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The instructions look really detailed with good templates included. I don't think it going to be too difficult to install. I'll be buying a couple new drill bits for this installation, so I'm sure the holes will be true.
Old Apr 20, 2003 | 04:46 PM
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K,

Glad things are working out for you. Keep us posted on the progress.

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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 06:03 PM
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I'm soooo glad I got the OEM spoiler from irontoad. It installed very easy, and looks great. The biggest problem I had was trying to locate metric drill bits. Never did get them, but got cross referenced to numbered bits that were close. Comparing the spoiler from spoilerdepot.com to the OEM, I don't think the aftermarket one would have install nearly as easy. They didn't include any layout templates, and they had you drill completely through the rear door to bolt it down. I also think the spoilerdepot.com one was designed a little different, not a factory match.
Old Apr 21, 2003 | 06:13 PM
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K,

Finally everything worked out for ya. Glad to hear that. Sounds like it installed as easy as mine. You're right, teh instructions are very clear. The only reservation I had was drilling 5 holes in perfectly good, factory paint & body, but oh well, thats that price we pay to mod.

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