Your thoughts on an ebay item
#1
Your thoughts on an ebay item
I really like the look of the 04 rear spoiler and instead of paying between 500-600 dollars to buy OEM, I've found a few on ebay and figured I could just get them painted.
I figured I could send a best offer for $100 or so for this one, the only thing that struck me as a bit odd was that it has a "no drill application" for installation, it talks about an adhesive on the bottom of the two posts.. My concern is that the adhesive wouldn't be enough and I would assume that bolts through the trunk lid would be much more secure. However, not having to drill holes in my trunk would be nice. What do you guys think? Thanks for the input.
Here's a link!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PRIMER-00-0...d=p4506.c0.m245
I figured I could send a best offer for $100 or so for this one, the only thing that struck me as a bit odd was that it has a "no drill application" for installation, it talks about an adhesive on the bottom of the two posts.. My concern is that the adhesive wouldn't be enough and I would assume that bolts through the trunk lid would be much more secure. However, not having to drill holes in my trunk would be nice. What do you guys think? Thanks for the input.
Here's a link!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PRIMER-00-0...d=p4506.c0.m245
#3
Agree with hariku821. Check out the disclaimer at the bottom of their webpage:
"Adhesive silicones and/or adhesion promoters are often used in conjunction with provided 3M tape for long lasting durability. For best results installation should be conducted in temperatures above 72. Refer to tape manufacturers recommendations for full details. Do Not clean, wash, wax or drive for 12 hours after installation. Shopitall is not responsible for no drill attachment durability. "
If they are putting a disclaimer, it makes me wonder why... and, if Honda bolts it on, chances are good that their lawyers and engineers figured that was the best way. For sure there will be some lift on this wing generated at speed, cuz air will be passing under as well as over. I'd be less worried about the original OEM version of the rear spoiler being taped on, but still - one lawsuit if the thing flies off and goes through someone's windshield can really ruin your day.
"Adhesive silicones and/or adhesion promoters are often used in conjunction with provided 3M tape for long lasting durability. For best results installation should be conducted in temperatures above 72. Refer to tape manufacturers recommendations for full details. Do Not clean, wash, wax or drive for 12 hours after installation. Shopitall is not responsible for no drill attachment durability. "
If they are putting a disclaimer, it makes me wonder why... and, if Honda bolts it on, chances are good that their lawyers and engineers figured that was the best way. For sure there will be some lift on this wing generated at speed, cuz air will be passing under as well as over. I'd be less worried about the original OEM version of the rear spoiler being taped on, but still - one lawsuit if the thing flies off and goes through someone's windshield can really ruin your day.
#5
I agree with the others, bolt it on, it's a wing.
Now to be a hypocrite.
I have a OEM spoiler (not wing... spoiler) and I used 3M double sided tape to mount it, I have never had a problem over the 4 years I have had it on. I can see how someone can be skeptical, but if you make sure you prep the surface correctly and use strong enough tape you will be fine. The tape I used has tensile strength of 160 lb/in^2, pretty damn strong. Note, I would not do this with any spoiler that was not a flush mount.
Now to be a hypocrite.
I have a OEM spoiler (not wing... spoiler) and I used 3M double sided tape to mount it, I have never had a problem over the 4 years I have had it on. I can see how someone can be skeptical, but if you make sure you prep the surface correctly and use strong enough tape you will be fine. The tape I used has tensile strength of 160 lb/in^2, pretty damn strong. Note, I would not do this with any spoiler that was not a flush mount.
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#9
Originally Posted by BallSackJack,Oct 10 2008, 10:13 PM
Thanks everyone, definitely gonna bolt it on, whenever I get one.