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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 09:57 PM
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Default Rear windshield spoiler need help

hey guys i just put on a rear windshield spoiler and i used the 3m tape they sent me now its still on the car but i noticed it seems like its peeling off not sticking to the window anymore and i want to know is there any tape out there better then 3m or what should i do to help keep it on there thanks
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 10:08 PM
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Sounds like you didn't clean the windshield properly... Did you use adhesive promoter? You can always remove clean/ re-apply 3m tape. Mines stayed on damn well. Someone tried to pry it off with a screw driver and failed.
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 10:27 PM
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Did you use the 3M tape that holds up to 5lbs (dark gray with a red back)?

If you did, the spoiler should be firmly in place and not loose. I've had my spoiler installed with just 3M tape and it hasn't moved in over 1.5 years and it has gone thru various car washes and bad weather. If the spoiler is loose, just remove it and install it again. Remember to clean the rear glass before install. I know that some other members have used a product called loctite and had good reviews of it. Good luck on your reinstall.
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 10:27 PM
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make sure you clean the surface well
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by IS2FIFTY
make sure you clean the surface well
your correct... mine holding up pretty well w/ 3m... just re-tape again
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 07:27 AM
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Okay thanks alot guys I thought I cleaned it well but looks like I didn't ill use that product thanks!
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 08:08 AM
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Clean the top part of the glass with alchol and wipe clean then use the adhesive promoter. Once you do that the spoiler should be on tight.
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 11:15 AM
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Never had an issue with my roof spoiler, its held up for over 2 years. Make sure you clean the glass and it should stick with no problems
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 11:56 AM
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Never had a problem with mine for 2 years either. Like the other said though, you have to make sure to clean the glass (I used a glass cleaner and then alcohol to clean it properly) and then install it. It also helps to do it on a hot day, I found it sticks better if the surface is hot.
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