Installing rear spoiler
10-16-2007 | 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Papa
I read on an ebay vendor's site that you could spray water on the surface
of the car where the spoiler would attach, then put the spoiler in place with the sticky tape exposed, and you would still be able to move it around a little to get it positioned just right. I presume the water would eventually "go away" and the sticky tape would be left to do its job. Anybody tried this technique? I don't mean the tape would be the only thing holding the spoiler on, you would still use the normal fasteners, this
water trick would just be to aid in exact positioning.
of the car where the spoiler would attach, then put the spoiler in place with the sticky tape exposed, and you would still be able to move it around a little to get it positioned just right. I presume the water would eventually "go away" and the sticky tape would be left to do its job. Anybody tried this technique? I don't mean the tape would be the only thing holding the spoiler on, you would still use the normal fasteners, this
water trick would just be to aid in exact positioning.
So after you drill your holes in the correct spot, you test fit the wing to make sure you have drilled correctly, get the bolts and nuts started pull the tabs, press down on the wing then snug up your bolts! Done!
11-04-2007 | 12:50 PM
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I need the template sticker for 08 scion xb
my e-mail is
11-05-2007 | 01:53 AM
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Re: I need the template sticker for 08 scion xb
Originally Posted by jacky128
"DAinAZ
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Posted: 9/28/07 10:05AM Post subject:
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I have the templates scanned if anyone needs them. Drop me an e-mail if you need me to send them to you: dnsinaz@gmail.com ""
Contact that guy for the templates... good luck.. jh
12-18-2010 | 09:05 PM
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Spoiler templates xB2
Here are the templates and instructions for download:
http://www.scikotics.com/forums/showthread.php?t=295237
-Paul
http://www.scikotics.com/forums/showthread.php?t=295237
-Paul
12-23-2010 | 05:04 AM
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3M tape does not hold the spoiler on.
Just tape the template to the back of your hatch and then drill it. It's the safest, surest bet. Installing mine myself (I bought the eBay knock-off for $120 painted) was free and only took 1.5 hours (I was scared to drill).
I used rustproofing paint around the raw metal I drilled as well as a can of air to blow away any residual metal shavings.
Just tape the template to the back of your hatch and then drill it. It's the safest, surest bet. Installing mine myself (I bought the eBay knock-off for $120 painted) was free and only took 1.5 hours (I was scared to drill).
I used rustproofing paint around the raw metal I drilled as well as a can of air to blow away any residual metal shavings.
12-24-2010 | 01:12 PM
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i guess i can give an update on mine.
i used both bolts and tape.
ive had zero problems.
i check the bolts from time to time & they have never been loose, i used the tape to minimize and vibrations.
i used both bolts and tape.
ive had zero problems.
i check the bolts from time to time & they have never been loose, i used the tape to minimize and vibrations.
12-28-2010 | 11:08 PM
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i got the one on ebay painted for only $110. it looks perfect and not too hard to install. just one hole to drill instead of 2 so i replaced the foam with 3m tape. took about 2hrs worst part was drilling through your paint!
12-31-2010 | 03:06 AM
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01-01-2011 | 04:42 AM
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01-01-2011 | 05:00 AM
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(And by the way, I'll need your approval on wheels later this year because I'm going to get rid of my current ones).
It looks really good, so maybe one day I will swap my spoiler for that one. Maybe.
01-01-2011 | 05:18 AM
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I just really like how smoothly it blends into the stock roof-line and tail-gate. The others just look like Mr. Potato Head plug-ins to me... but like you said, "To each their own my friend."
01-04-2011 | 06:57 AM
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06-03-2011 | 02:21 PM
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Scotto, I've heard a few people ask that question and most people that have answered have said no, sadly. I wish it did cuz it's such a pain having to hose off that window every few days just so I can see. But I suppose that's the price we pay for driving a box at high speed. =]
07-26-2011 | 02:08 AM
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Who's installed a spoiler (OEM or eBay) on a Carbon Fiber hatch? I'm not sure if the same access to all areas is available on the CF hatch so I was looking for some quick info.