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Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Frediculous » Sat Oct 04, 2014 4:04 pm

Hi all,
I can see that there's a number of threads on this which I've read. It seems that fitting using a combination of measuring and masking tape imprints are the way to go.
HOWEVER,
I seem to have to bits (one on each side) that stick out of the spoiler and look as though they should clip into the body of the van
http://s1372.photobucket.com/user/Bunke ... 8.jpg.html

There's no spoiler on my van currently so should I cut these off? Drill an additional hole on each side for these (3 total on each side)? Or are there any other suggestions?

Ps may be asking a few questions about wiring in the brake light after I've got past this......
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Colin H F » Sat Oct 04, 2014 4:59 pm

yes they are the locating pins for correct allignment when factory fitted, i fitted mine , this is the position the two bolts need to be
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Frediculous » Sat Oct 04, 2014 5:56 pm

Thanks Colin, I'll saw them both off. Thought that would be the way but thought I'd double check!
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Colin H F » Sat Oct 04, 2014 6:09 pm

file a couple of bolts to a point and screw them into the threaded holes in the spoiler offer it up to van and once in the correct possition wiggle it about very slightly so it makes a mark on the van better if some one helps to hold one end hope this helps
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Mark.T » Sat Oct 04, 2014 7:43 pm

Plastic spikes? Yep the locate here:

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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Frediculous » Tue Oct 07, 2014 4:51 pm

So,
Drilled out the plastic guidance pins, marked the holes, drilled and with a bit of faffing hey presto.
Not perfect but I think it passes the eye test......

http://s1372.photobucket.com/user/Bunke ... g.html?o=1

http://s1372.photobucket.com/user/Bunke ... g.html?o=1

I did however sidestep wiring in the brake light for the moment. Task for another day! :?
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Gasy » Tue Oct 07, 2014 5:05 pm

Looking nice
I do prefer them with a rear spoiler

Think that brake light will have to be working before next mot tho
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Mark.T » Tue Oct 07, 2014 8:44 pm

Not if it's not there ;) Just remember to tie a piece of cotton to the cable as you pull it through so that you refit it easily.

Looks good by the way Image
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Mark.T » Tue Oct 07, 2014 9:46 pm

Actually, I don't think it's tested for the MoT.

On my MX5 (import), I have the boot mounted brake light configured as a rear fog light. This was done after consulting the MoT man three MoTs ago :)
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Bvan » Thu Sep 03, 2015 11:34 pm

Can anyone tell me what size thread the bolts are please?
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Simon Jones » Thu Sep 03, 2015 11:44 pm

As I recall, they are M6 x 1.0 which is widely available at any hardware/DIY/tool store.
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Re: Fitting a rear spoiler

Post by Bvan » Tue Sep 08, 2015 12:02 am

Cheers Simon
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