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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 07:52 AM
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Default Stillen spoiler - Bolt or 3M tape?

I am looking to install my spoiler. This is the spoiler for the roadster.

In my past coupe, I used 3m tape for the OEM tape and it stay put.

Any suggestions?

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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 10:50 AM
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Does Stillen provide a recommendation regarding screws and/or tape? I'd hate to see the spoiler rip off when you close the hatch because the tape let go -- it's a fairly large spoiler and you will apply some leverage to it when closing the hatch.

In any event, post pics when it's on!
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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 12:05 PM
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I didn't read the instructions, but it did come with 3M tape.

More concern with it flying off on the freeway.

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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 12:10 PM
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Would you tape $500 to your car and hope it stays?
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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 02:31 PM
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Reading the instructions never hurts.
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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 04:24 PM
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definetly screw it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 07:00 PM
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I gave it to the bodyshop and was told the tape is fine.

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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 07:13 PM
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I have the same spoiler and my body shop used the tape + the included screws. Be warned though, your trunk will not stay open any more because of the added weight. I have to prop mine open with my head if I am fishing back there for anything .
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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by tractng
I gave it to the bodyshop and was told the tape is fine.

Tony







i can picture a, "My spoiler fell off when I was driving because I used only tape to attach it," thread.

you wouldn't attach a body kit with duct tape would you?

please use screws.......
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Old Jan 8, 2007 | 07:22 PM
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Originally Posted by THE TECH
Reading the instructions never hurts.

Originally Posted by Fluid1
Would you tape $500 to your car and hope it stays?
+1 for both!!!!
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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 06:25 AM
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Originally Posted by BhamZMan
I have the same spoiler and my body shop used the tape + the included screws. Be warned though, your trunk will not stay open any more because of the added weight. I have to prop mine open with my head if I am fishing back there for anything .
Mynismo.com has some higher-strength shocks for the hatch. I'm going to order them, when I put my Nismo wing on. Unfortunately, they're $200+. OUCH!
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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 02:17 PM
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there are hatch shock upgrades for us with larger spoilers than the oem. i just found out about them and my hatch stays open now with the nismo spoiler.
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