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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 04:53 PM
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After much looking for OEM spoiler, endless EBAY & web searches i went with the OEM from Sewell. I know i can count on them and i was leery of what i was seeing on web.
a few bucks more but 2 day delivery vs 2-3 weeks on ebay.
Item Description Status Unit Price Quantity Line Total
Spoiler - Rear Deck-Tungsten Pearl - 1G1
Shipped $170.97 1 $170.97
Subtotal: $170.97
Tax: $0.00
GROUND HOME DELIVERY: $9.52
Grand Total: $180.49

I'll post pic after install. Has any one posted a step by step guide for spoiler install using 3M tape with pics? I might if it hasn't been done.
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 05:10 PM
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If I remember reading correctly, the factory/OEM rear spoiler has screws. If you don't plan on drilling your trunk, then you can remove the screws. Then use the 3M type to attach the spoiler.

There's no specific skill needed to use 3M tape installation. Just slap on the 3M tape on the spoiler that is even spread... test it align it before peeling the other side of the 3M.

Have a buddy to help you if you wish... it may make alignment easier.

Once you are sure how to position and align. Then peel the otherside and slap it on.

BTW, make sure your car and the spoiler is clean before sticking 3M on.

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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 05:16 PM
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I just used a dremel to cut the screws off and smooth out the surface. Apply 3m double sided tape and had a friend help me align while I slap it on.

3m double sided tape should hold and it's pretty strong!
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 11:20 PM
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The oem spoiler from Sewell already comes with double sided tape on it. If you cut off the bolts the tape sticks really well.
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Old Mar 1, 2011 | 06:42 AM
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Be sure to clean the surface on the trunk if you plan on doing 3M install.
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Old Mar 1, 2011 | 06:45 AM
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My friend who applies sticky stuff to cars (decals) uses regular rubbing alcohol to wipe the surface before applying. He says it cuts any oils or waxes that may be on there.
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Old Mar 1, 2011 | 07:51 AM
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I bought some special automotive dirt and greese stuff remover lol when I stuck mine on. Looks like I wasted my money since I already had rubbin alcohol lol
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Old Mar 12, 2011 | 02:30 PM
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Default Spoiler on

Thanks for replies I cut studs off with Dremmel and added a few strips of 3M tape and stuck it on.
Attached Thumbnails spoiler update-img_0386.jpg   spoiler update-img_0387.jpg   spoiler update-img_0388.jpg  
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Old Mar 12, 2011 | 02:44 PM
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Looks good!
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Old Mar 12, 2011 | 03:54 PM
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dang it! i coulda sold you mine. lol. mine is near mint. oh wells. looks good though!
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Old Mar 12, 2011 | 04:36 PM
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Your pics suck...lol. j/k maybe not...I guess!! The spoiler looks good from what I see. :P
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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 08:41 AM
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Looks great but $180? I did the ebay thing and got mine for $70 painted and shipped and is a perfect match and hung on with 3m tape also.
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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 02:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Silver10
Looks great but $180? I did the ebay thing and got mine for $70 painted and shipped and is a perfect match and hung on with 3m tape also.
Gotta pay to have OEM and not replica
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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by KillaIS250
Gotta pay to have OEM and not replica
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Looks good!
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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 02:15 PM
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Spoiler looks good. Taping method is holding up for me almost 4.5years.
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