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Did you have to drill? I think instructions say yes.
Yes I had to drill two holes. I bought the template from a local Lexus dealer and it made the job super easy. Here are some pics during my install I found on my phone.
Last edited by Sevn86; 10-27-15 at 09:32 PM.
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Check my thread out long story short I bought mine from bell and it does not come with template was told have to purchase template separately can someone verify if this is true or not otherwise I got ripped off
I had to purchase my template separate as well. It wasn't included with my OEM spoiler I bought from the Lexus dealer. Template was $32 including tax.
mine is drilled in and put on permanently so no one gets any ideas
I drilled mine as I knew I wasn't ever going to change it. Plus the last thing I want is to have my spoiler come off on the hwy. Gives me peace of mind knowing its not going anywhere. Plus I applied silicone around the holes so they are water tight.
The instructions say to drill and the OEM spoiler comes with bolts and a template to help you drill the holes in the right spot. I didn't want to drill and was comfortable with using just the tape method. The OEM spoiler comes with its own tape pre-installed. Spoiler has been on for months now in rain and 90mph highway drives with no issue. Here's my post from another thread:
I used a dremel to cut out the two bolts attached to the OEM spoiler. The spoiler came with pre-cut double-side tape installed on its underside/edges. This OEM tape was grey in color but with no "branding" on it (not sure if it was 3m or some other type). I bought some 3M 20lbs mounting tape (1-inch holds 1lb) from Lowes for $10 and put some of this tape around the areas that didn't have pre-installed tape.
Carefully mounted with patience and using a lot of force. It bonded quite well. I even think the OEM tape would've been enough.
If you do, I highly recommend doing so when its warm outside (70 degrees +). The day I did mine, I did it in the middle of the day at noon (it was around 80 degrees) and finished in an just over an hour.
While applying firm pressure, I made sure the surface of the trunk was clean using water and soap, drying that and then using some alcohol on all areas of the trunk that would "see" adhesive.
The key is to get as clean a "bond" as possible between the adhesive and the trunk itself. Warmer temps are better as having heat helps the adhesion process. Also: Def. don't recommend washing the car for a few days after the no-drill install and try to do it when the forecast calls for a sunny few days in a row.
If you do, I highly recommend doing so when its warm outside (70 degrees +). The day I did mine, I did it in the middle of the day at noon (it was around 80 degrees) and finished in an just over an hour.
While applying firm pressure, I made sure the surface of the trunk was clean using water and soap, drying that and then using some alcohol on all areas of the trunk that would "see" adhesive.
The key is to get as clean a "bond" as possible between the adhesive and the trunk itself. Warmer temps are better as having heat helps the adhesion process. Also: Def. don't recommend washing the car for a few days after the no-drill install and try to do it when the forecast calls for a sunny few days in a row.
for sure this looks better then the F-sport one. IMO the F sport should look more aggressive.
If you do, I highly recommend doing so when its warm outside (70 degrees +). The day I did mine, I did it in the middle of the day at noon (it was around 80 degrees) and finished in an just over an hour.
While applying firm pressure, I made sure the surface of the trunk was clean using water and soap, drying that and then using some alcohol on all areas of the trunk that would "see" adhesive.
The key is to get as clean a "bond" as possible between the adhesive and the trunk itself. Warmer temps are better as having heat helps the adhesion process. Also: Def. don't recommend washing the car for a few days after the no-drill install and try to do it when the forecast calls for a sunny few days in a row.
i wish the car would be here this weekend. thanks for the tips.
If you do, I highly recommend doing so when its warm outside (70 degrees +). The day I did mine, I did it in the middle of the day at noon (it was around 80 degrees) and finished in an just over an hour.
While applying firm pressure, I made sure the surface of the trunk was clean using water and soap, drying that and then using some alcohol on all areas of the trunk that would "see" adhesive.
The key is to get as clean a "bond" as possible between the adhesive and the trunk itself. Warmer temps are better as having heat helps the adhesion process. Also: Def. don't recommend washing the car for a few days after the no-drill install and try to do it when the forecast calls for a sunny few days in a row.
Saw them on another CL member's car (scottGS350) and asked them the same question. We both got the overlays from eBay. They are stainless steel and only cover the outer part of each handle.
They come with 3M tape and I like the overall quality. However, If you do get them, i'd recommend using some more 3M tape on the edges as the edges don't stick down as flush as I'd like:
Saw them on another CL member's car (scottGS350) and asked them the same question. We both got the overlays from eBay. They are stainless steel and only cover the outer part of each handle.
They come with 3M tape and I like the overall quality. However, If you do get them, i'd recommend using some more 3M tape on the edges as the edges don't stick down as flush as I'd like:
10-27-15, 06:09 PM
