Any of you OEM front lip spoiler people have a gap in the middle?
05-10-2001, 11:50 AM
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I had a bit of a gap between the front spoiler and the bumper on the driver's side of the car right after I installed the spoiler. However, recently I noticed that everything seems to fit better -- chalking it up to expansion and contraction from the sun/heat.
05-10-2001, 12:25 PM
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Take a look at the install instructions first ( http://www.handa-accessories.com/S2000/s2kfuspoil.pdf ). In your case, you'll need to (just) loosen all the screws under the spoiler. Then, have someone press the spoiler against the center of the front bumper while you re-tighten the screws, alternately working from the center towards the sides. Have your assistant press as you go. Also, it's important to swivel the clip nuts (which the screws go through) to the appropriate angle. If you don't, this can cause the spoiler to buckle enough to create the gap you're talking about.
If you read the install instructions carefully, all this will be fairly obvious. It's a very easy do-it-yourself install, and even if you decide to take the spoiler off and put it back on again, it shouldn't take longer than 30 minutes. Better than having to take it back to the dealer again. (BTW. It's not necessary to jack the front up. There's enough clearance to stick you head underneath.)
If you read the install instructions carefully, all this will be fairly obvious. It's a very easy do-it-yourself install, and even if you decide to take the spoiler off and put it back on again, it shouldn't take longer than 30 minutes. Better than having to take it back to the dealer again. (BTW. It's not necessary to jack the front up. There's enough clearance to stick you head underneath.)
05-10-2001, 02:27 PM
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Mr. Camarillo, I did just that before you posted. I pushed up against it after loosening all the screws and it fits perfectly now. But one of the clip nuts came out of place and one of the bolts is sitting loose. Oh, well. It's a tight fit nonetheless. You're right on. Thanks, guys.
Note: The instructions incorrectly number the bolts.
Note: The instructions incorrectly number the bolts.
