Cf Oem Spoiler Installation....read!

SIIK2NR · 04-27-2011, 08:15 PM

EDIT: Did a RE-installation with Double Stick tape and it turned out just fine. It is very sturdy and I am 100% confident that it will not come off. I'm very glad that I didn't give into the betalink.

Here are some pics of the comparison to the standard spoiler and a few good shots of the aggressive angle of the spoiler which IMO is not visable from the back but only from the side. Enjoy.

NOTE!!!!!!! The double stick images are NOT how I eventually placed the tape The tape CLOSEST to the FRONT edge of the spoiler (Edge closest to the rear window) I ended up taking off and reapplying all the way to the EDGE of the spoiler. It is not visable after installation.

Hope this helps!

Tim

montreal red · 04-27-2011, 08:29 PM

which spoiler are you talking about ? the performance spoiler?

SIIK2NR · 04-27-2011, 08:42 PM

Yes. CF = Carbon Fiber which is the performance spoiler.

montreal red · 04-27-2011, 08:47 PM

is it because the middle part of the spoiler is hollow?

tlp · 04-27-2011, 09:19 PM

Pics would help. TIA....

richardbb85 · 04-27-2011, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SIIK2NR

Went with double stick 3m tape........ Forget it! It won't work.

Bottom line is that the front edge of the spoiler that sits on the top of the trunk has 2mm of contact area. At first appearance it looks like it will have about 1/4 inch but after installing the spoiler the contact area is not strong enough.

My recommendation for anyone who is going to install this spoiler is to use the Betalink.

I will get some tomorrow and post pics.

Tim

some members used 3m tape and it worked fine

SIIK2NR · 04-27-2011, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by montreal red

is it because the middle part of the spoiler is hollow?

This is a major contributing factor.

The 1/4 inch contact point is on the edge of the trunk lid. The contact point for the front edge of the spoiler that rest on the top of the trunk lid is essentially just an edge. There is no flat surface on this edge.

chris s · 04-27-2011, 10:42 PM

This makes no sense... You can not just use betalink on the back edge...that's for sure. One high speed run and bye bye spoiler! If the spoiler is positioned properly, there is a flat area that makes contact with the trunk on the front edge. I think the key is making sure you put the tape VERY close to the edge of the spoiler.

tha_good_life · 04-27-2011, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by chris s

This makes no sense... You can not just use betalink on the back edge...that's for sure. One high speed run and bye bye spoiler! If the spoiler is positioned properly, there is a flat area that makes contact with the trunk on the front edge. I think the key is making sure you put the tape VERY close to the else of the spoiler.

Chris is right. You have to put the tape VERY close to the edge of the spoiler. I realized this after re-doing the tape when it didn't make contact with the trunk. I did not use betalink to glue my spoiler. 3m double sided tape is strong enough.

tha_good_life · 04-27-2011, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SIIK2NR

This is a major contributing factor.

The 1/4 inch contact point is on the edge of the trunk lid. The contact point for the front edge of the spoiler that rest on the top of the trunk lid is essentially just an edge. There is no flat surface on this edge.

If I remember correctly, that front edge has a little bump. You need to place the tape in of that bump. Literally on the edge of the spoiler. If you tape behind the bump, it will not make contact. I hope this helps.

chris s · 04-27-2011, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bapesta206

If I remember correctly, that front edge has a little bump. You need to place the tape in of that bump. Literally on the edge of the spoiler. If you tape behind the bump, it will not make contact. I hope this helps.

Yep, that's what I did. Gonna redo mine this weekend!

lebreeze · 04-27-2011, 11:29 PM

Ds tape for me too. Looks perfect so far, hopefully it holds. I also put tape on the very edge in the bump.

SIIK2NR · 04-27-2011, 11:54 PM

I may have to try it again with the tape. I did put it on the edge but it may have been too cold to make good contact.

JLac · 04-28-2011, 12:02 AM

I used 3M double sided tape with no issues at all. I've had my spoiler on for at almost 5,000 miles and several months now.

Jbook · 05-04-2011, 10:59 AM

+1 for 3M tape. absolutely no issues

SIIK2NR · 05-04-2011, 01:34 PM

Thread UPDATED with pics! First page...

Tim

isugoo · 05-04-2011, 01:38 PM

how did you take out your oem spoiler?
And... do you have pictures of the double side tape placement at the end of the spoiler?

tlp · 05-04-2011, 01:38 PM

Yep...I believe that GAP (General Accepted Principle) is Betalink for the rear and 3m tape for the front.

Lagunae92 · 05-04-2011, 01:42 PM

used betalink for all aspects of the install. it is very easy to use and wipes away clean with no problem within a reasonable time.

chris s · 05-04-2011, 01:44 PM

3M tape works fine if applied properly all the way to the edge. The bonus is you don't have to risk breaking the lip in half if you ever want to remove it.

SIIK2NR · 05-04-2011, 03:17 PM

used goo gone and dental floss. Fish line works too.

The tape can only go in one area to make contact with the trunklid. That is where you put tape.

hold the spoiler up to the trunklid without tape and you will see where to apply the tape.

Just remember to NOT pull off the protective backing from the edge of the spoiler that is closest to the back window.

Only pull off the backing on the surface that touches the edge of the trunklid. This way you can line up the spoiler perfectly without the spoiler touching the top of the trunklid before it makes contact on the back of the trunklid.

Just peel the back of the protective tape off the edges and make sure you can still grab them to peel them off.

Quote:

Originally Posted by isugoo

how did you take out your oem spoiler?
And... do you have pictures of the double side tape placement at the end of the spoiler?

M3DCTBT · 05-04-2011, 03:17 PM

Yeah I don't understand the betalink at all.

real deal 3m tape looks MINT, no gap, its firm, and looks perfect plus its removeable if you want to sell.

I did it last night - love mine so far.

04-27-2011, 08:15 PM	#1
SIIK2NR Lieutenant 51 Rep 598 Posts Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Dog iTrader: (0)	Cf Oem Spoiler Installation....read! EDIT: Did a RE-installation with Double Stick tape and it turned out just fine. It is very sturdy and I am 100% confident that it will not come off. I'm very glad that I didn't give into the betalink. Here are some pics of the comparison to the standard spoiler and a few good shots of the aggressive angle of the spoiler which IMO is not visable from the back but only from the side. Enjoy. NOTE!!!!!!! The double stick images are NOT how I eventually placed the tape The tape CLOSEST to the FRONT edge of the spoiler (Edge closest to the rear window) I ended up taking off and reapplying all the way to the EDGE of the spoiler. It is not visable after installation. Hope this helps! Tim __________________ Current: 2006 Lotus Elise SC Previous: 2008 AW E92 M3 6MT - Sold 2004 AP2 S2000 - Sold Last edited by SIIK2NR; 05-05-2011 at 07:36 AM..
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04-27-2011, 08:29 PM	#2
montreal red chris 278 Rep 12,144 Posts Drives: White Boat Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (31)	which spoiler are you talking about ? the performance spoiler? __________________ Current: 2013 F10 M5 & 2016 Mini JCW 2013 GLK350 (gone), 997.1 GT3RS (gone), 2009 WRX STI (gone), e92 M3 (gone)
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04-27-2011, 08:42 PM	#3
SIIK2NR Lieutenant 51 Rep 598 Posts Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Dog iTrader: (0)	Yes. CF = Carbon Fiber which is the performance spoiler. __________________ Current: 2006 Lotus Elise SC Previous: 2008 AW E92 M3 6MT - Sold 2004 AP2 S2000 - Sold
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04-27-2011, 08:47 PM	#4
montreal red chris 278 Rep 12,144 Posts Drives: White Boat Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (31)	is it because the middle part of the spoiler is hollow? __________________ Current: 2013 F10 M5 & 2016 Mini JCW 2013 GLK350 (gone), 997.1 GT3RS (gone), 2009 WRX STI (gone), e92 M3 (gone)
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tlp Colonel 276 Rep 2,216 Posts Drives: 991 GT3, Sold:'11 e92 M3 SG/FR Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Las Vegas/SoCal iTrader: (6) Garage List SOLD 2011 BMW e92 M3 [9.10]	Pics would help. TIA.... __________________ 991 GT3, Sold: '11 e92 M3 SG/FR ZCP\|ZCV\|ZP2\|2MK\|494\|415\|6NR\|752
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04-27-2011, 10:42 PM	#8
chris s Major General 1250 Rep 6,912 Posts Drives: 2022 Dravit G80 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (12)	This makes no sense... You can not just use betalink on the back edge...that's for sure. One high speed run and bye bye spoiler! If the spoiler is positioned properly, there is a flat area that makes contact with the trunk on the front edge. I think the key is making sure you put the tape VERY close to the edge of the spoiler. __________________ 2022 Dravit/Fiona M3cx - Dinan midpipe w/VC, NW Carbonhaus CF, AST Springs, FC Spacers...more to come! 2016 Indi F80 M3 - SMB\|Amaro \| Mode Carbon \| ESS \| Akra EVO \| KW HAS...SOLD 2012 MR e92 M3 DCT, ESS SC, Brembo BBK, BBS FI... GONE but not forgotten! 2008 AW e92 M3 6MT, ESS SC, BBS LM's...SOLD! Last edited by chris s; 04-27-2011 at 11:26 PM..
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lebreeze Captain 162 Rep 621 Posts Drives: 18’c63s,15’macanturbo,14’ 991s Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: windsor iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 e92 m3 [0.00]	Ds tape for me too. Looks perfect so far, hopefully it holds. I also put tape on the very edge in the bump. __________________
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04-27-2011, 11:54 PM	#13
SIIK2NR Lieutenant 51 Rep 598 Posts Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Dog iTrader: (0)	I may have to try it again with the tape. I did put it on the edge but it may have been too cold to make good contact. __________________ Current: 2006 Lotus Elise SC Previous: 2008 AW E92 M3 6MT - Sold 2004 AP2 S2000 - Sold
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04-28-2011, 12:02 AM	#14
JLac Private First Class 28 Rep 184 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	I used 3M double sided tape with no issues at all. I've had my spoiler on for at almost 5,000 miles and several months now. __________________ 2015 i8 \| 2006 330i (6MT)
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Jbook Lieutenant Colonel 163 Rep 1,506 Posts Drives: '15 FO M4 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NorCal Bay Area iTrader: (23) Garage List 2011 BMW E90 M3 [9.44]	+1 for 3M tape. absolutely no issues
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SIIK2NR Lieutenant 51 Rep 598 Posts Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Dog iTrader: (0)	Thread UPDATED with pics! First page... Tim __________________ Current: 2006 Lotus Elise SC Previous: 2008 AW E92 M3 6MT - Sold 2004 AP2 S2000 - Sold
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isugoo Major General 248 Rep 6,125 Posts Drives: 991.2 GTS Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (73)	how did you take out your oem spoiler? And... do you have pictures of the double side tape placement at the end of the spoiler? __________________ PAST: F80 M3 ZCP \| 911.1 C2S \| F10 M5 ZCP \| E70 X5M \| E90 M3 \| E46 M3 \| E36 M3
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Lagunae92 Captain 74 Rep 753 Posts Drives: BMW e92 M3 Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Beach iTrader: (0)	used betalink for all aspects of the install. it is very easy to use and wipes away clean with no problem within a reasonable time. __________________ 2009 e92 M3 Individual Laguna Seca Blue\|Black Novillo\|DCT\|19"rims\|Carbon Leather\|Premium\|Tech.\|Heated Seats\|Prem. Sound\|iPod\| Mods: \|Electronic Performance Steering Wheel\|ZCP CF Spoiler\|ZCP CF Spliters\|ZCP CF Mirrors\|Edition Front Grilles\|Edition Side Grilles\|BMW Performance Brake Handle\|3D Design Pedals\| Style Rumore Exhaust\|H&R Springs\|LCI Tails\|Challenge CF Door Panels\|
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05-04-2011, 01:44 PM	#20
chris s Major General 1250 Rep 6,912 Posts Drives: 2022 Dravit G80 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (12)	3M tape works fine if applied properly all the way to the edge. The bonus is you don't have to risk breaking the lip in half if you ever want to remove it. __________________ 2022 Dravit/Fiona M3cx - Dinan midpipe w/VC, NW Carbonhaus CF, AST Springs, FC Spacers...more to come! 2016 Indi F80 M3 - SMB\|Amaro \| Mode Carbon \| ESS \| Akra EVO \| KW HAS...SOLD 2012 MR e92 M3 DCT, ESS SC, Brembo BBK, BBS FI... GONE but not forgotten! 2008 AW e92 M3 6MT, ESS SC, BBS LM's...SOLD!
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05-04-2011, 03:17 PM	#22
M3DCTBT First Lieutenant 34 Rep 372 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: May 2011 Location: New England iTrader: (2)	Yeah I don't understand the betalink at all. real deal 3m tape looks MINT, no gap, its firm, and looks perfect plus its removeable if you want to sell. I did it last night - love mine so far.
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