09mrmlex

just wondering if i could install the oem lexus spoiler from sewell with 3m tape? or follow the installation instruction that require drilling into the trunk itself? thanks everybody!

Shinji1701

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You can use 3m tape but, i would still use the drill method. What i did was take out the studs on the spoiler so i could keep it flush to the trunk. Then i used masking tape to mark out the drill holes. Trick is to wrap the tape backwards around the spoiler so that when you flush the spoiler the tape will stick to the trunk.voila you now have perfect holes marked. Use very small bit first then slowly drill up to your stud size. Then i installed the studs and installed the spoiler with thin 3m tape and nuts on the studs. Note: you should use silicone around the studs before tightening the nuts.

09mrmlex

deng.! drilling my is gets me really scared. lol i know the ebay spoilers only requires the 3m tape method. i almost bought it from ebay but seller says the paint might not be perfect match. so i wanna settle for the oem from sewell.

CalitriSC

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I just used the 3M tape and its fine, not going anywhere. Have you ever tried pulling something off with 3M tape? Its very very hard to get off. No way I was drilling holes in my trunk.

ibidu1

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If its a rear deck spoiler, I just installed one today. I purchased from oem.thing and it was a good match and looks factory. Easy to instal! Just 3m tape! I wouldnt buy oem not worth it imo

anthrax144

I dremel'd off the studs and just used the 3M tape. Been on for over a year now with no issues.

09mrmlex

what color is your vehicle? i tried to order from them but they said the paint might be a little off.

KillaIS250

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You can definitely install the OEM trunk spoiler with just tape. I did. And it hasn't budged in nearly 2 years. As long as you use the right 3M tape, all you have to do is use a dremel and cut off the bolts. Make sure you cover up the place where you cut off the bolts (to avoid rust) with either the tape or something else and then just stick it down properly. Mine hasn't moved at all and its not going to. Prepping the area properly is key too - make sure its completely clean on the trunk and the bottom of the spoiler before you do anything and apply the tape when the body is hot for a better stick.

As far as the color being off on the roof/trunk spoiler from OEM.Thing, if you have Starfire Pearl or Glacier Frost Mica there's a good chance it will be off a little. Those colors are hard to match well.

ibidu1

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Grey SGM. Fit and color was perfect and super easy to instal. Paint looks like factory quality! For 89 bucks it was a steal and it arrived in 6 days from Taiwan.

Order it, if it doesnt come out perfect get it resprayed. Unless if you can get your color spoiler from sewell for less the $200.00

09mrmlex

thanks yo! im definitly gonna consider the 3m method. as i am ordering the oem ones from sewell. for under $200 with the CL discount u cant beat that. i mean instead of buying from OEM.thing. i tried asking them about the paint match and they said it might be a little off. i have matador red mica.

09mrmlex

i think im going for the OEM spoiler from sewell. guaranteed match. under $200 with CL discount!

eddiekay

a bit off topic but since we're talking about 3m taping items, can you use 3m tape on front spoiler lip?

KillaIS250

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Its not really a guaranteed match. There's always going to be a difference if your paint is aged since the spoiler will have fresh paint on it. Most colors hide it well though, but it can be apparent on colors like GFM and SFP.

bob4256

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3m or loctite tape will work. That is whats holding my roof spoiler in place. A friend of mine has his trunk spoiler held on by 3m tape as well

Initial G

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Loctite tape is legit. Have used it on my rear GFX lip. 3M tape will work as well.