TL1999

looks good. Just e-mail Tim at Hondacuraworld about this lip.

SteveP66

Thanks KJ..........I did the 2 hole drilling for a couple reasons:
I don't want to remove the lip - ever....
I don't want anyone else to remove the lip.......ever.....LOL

I imagine you could do 3M all around - I have some pics of the underneath of the lip up above if that helps - Good Luck

Kevin 36

I call to Hondacuraworld to place the order and they told me I will receive it about 3 to 4 weeks ,is this how long it takes to order from them? I hang up and order it at my dealer for $20 more and will pick it up in 3 days. This my first time ordering from them and heard alot of good feedback in this forum but 3 to 4 weeks to receive it will not earn my money.

SteveP66

I have been dealing with Scott from AOE - ships everything out to me same day items are paid and I have them in a few days - all UPS trackable.......great great service.


It came to 112.60

datmrman

KJSmitty, please keep us updated!

SteveP66, great job man.

lporte75

SteveP looks good, great job

SteveP66

Thanks guys - I'm really happy with the way it came out.
And proud as shit that I did it myself ;-)

sixsixfour

in light of the concern of having to drill on the trunk, has anybody thought of using JB Weld?

http://jbweld.net/products/index.php

is kind of like a super strong super glue. might work right?

SteveP66

Drilling two holes really isn't that bad - honest........why so concerned?

sixsixfour

i just feel reluctant thats all. besides, in the event one sells their TL for a replacement, the new car most likely will not need the TL-S spoiler unless we are getting a non-S 07-up TL right?

KJSmitty

True,

My concern is not the drilling by any means. I have been "spoilerless" for 3.5 years and never really felt I would like it. The new type-s spoiler is a little appealing, and the $95 cost made it a "try-it" purchase for me.. I'd just rather not drill in the event I find myself disappointed with it in the short term. Kinda like the reactions to the BSM's..

I actually received mine yesterday afternoon. It definitely looks like one could use 3M in the place of the bolts/clips. If I like it and the 3M only install comes off, I will have the hardware to bolt on at that time.

Now I just need the weather to warm up for a good install day....

Cheers

Elegant TYPE S

iTrader: (2)

Ok, did anyone install/upgrade to the heavier duty trunk Torsion Springs? I'm sure the trunk does not open the way it use to with the added weight of the spoiler. And how much are the springs?

SteveP66

No springs needed - it was one thing I watched for after the install and I can tell you the trunk still works the same as it did before.

KJSmitty

I too was concerned about this and noticed that "part #s" for the springs were not listed via the website I purchased from..

The trunk itself just pops up, it doesn't actually hold itself up until completely open. Given the angle etc. the additional weight shouldn't be an issue.

Thanks for the verification SteveP66.

Tripnbeats

Hey I did mine with the silver they put out for the type s u can barely tell the diff in colors. Ill post some pics tomorrow, I did the whole 7 hole thing to hold it in place. no biggy just used some masking tape paint drill and silicone only thing i got ripped off on is the hardware i didnt receive. I think delray acura is a piece of shit everytime i order from them i get trashed boxes never knowing what im missing =( but i subbed other nuts to hold it in place

Elegant TYPE S

iTrader: (2)

Right I'm sure the trunk pops open but it doesn't stay open that subtle 3-4 inches upon popping open like it did before the addition of the spoiler or am I wrong? I hope I'm wrong cuz thats more money in my pocket.

Basically when I added a spoiler to my previous TL the trunk would still pop open but would appear closed until you got close and lifted it open.

Tripnbeats

elegant ur right i thought it was just me but it def sits down now it doesnt stay open a couple of inches like the way it used to

Elegant TYPE S

iTrader: (2)

Yup so that means we got to get the heavier duty torsion springs cuz I always like making sure my car looks factory with any addition.

revolt

Order my lip today...great price ...$89. + $ 4. shipping...from Tim here is the site http://www.hondacuraworld.com/Mercha...egory_Code=ATL

KJSmitty

Unless you're worried about that one person that runs around measuring trunk "sprung" measurements, it will not be worth the time or cost of installing the springs.. (My opinion only - and I'm picky)
Besides, it takes a special tool for the spring install.

Measured at the aft, my trunk pops up 2 and 1/4 of an inch "stock". With the spoiler on it pops up 1/2 an inch - plenty.

Now, being a guy somewhat like yourself, if you find a part number and cost for the springs, please stop back and fill us in.


Thanks

KJSmitty

OK SteveP66,

I'm on board now. After looking over the spoiler not to mention coming to the conclusion that I won't remotely "dislike" it,,,, let the drilling commence!

I believe an all 3M tape install is possible. But given the rigidity of the spoiler and the fact that it doesn't quite lay on the car perfectly, IE requires some flexing/adjustment in order for it to fit snugly, I too now think drilling the holes and using the hardware is the better install.

Hopefully I will get it mounted this weekend.


Cheers

SteveP66

Same here - checked tonight when I got home springs up 1/2 inch. It's open it's all I need.........

SteveP66

COOL !!!!! I made a template for myself - this made it pretty easy. Oh and I also covered the part of the trunk where the spoiler was going in that 3M low tack blue painters tape. Once I had the tape there I could position the spoiler and trace a line around it so I knew where to place the template. Tape also protects when you drill......my two cents worth !!!!

Used only the two bolts and a little 3M tape..........

c4accord

Hi TL1999,

could you let us know how much Tim sale the lip for?

thanks!

c4accord

Nevermind, I saw the group buy on their website... Royle Blue is not a TL-S color...

Elegant TYPE S

iTrader: (2)

For my 03 it was another $30 bux and 10 mt. install with the special tool that you talk of.

I'll find out how much it is on this car.

datmrman

I was hoping you would try the install with just double sided tape. Oh well, let us now how your install went. I just ordered mine!

Ac Man

Hey guys, I can confirm that you DO NOT NEED TO DRILL holes in your trunk to install the spoiler! You can just remove the 7 bolts/screws and use 3M double sided tape. If you don't feel that the tape will be strong enough you can use adhesive along with the tape for a stronger bond. Also, like stated before, you don't need any springs either. The spoiler doesn't weigh much at all, won't affect opening/closing the trunk. And finally, for those of you who have TL colors that are different than the Type-S colors, just get it painted! For those with Satin Silver Metallic TLs, Alabaster Silver is not much different. I bought the Type-S spoiler and the side mirror w/blinkers and I don't see any difference at all!!! Good luck.

Superb

:Hijack: Sorry to do this in the thread, but Elegant's PM box is full and he hasn't responded to my emails. Elegant, I sent payment 2 weeks ago for that wood grain steering wheel and have yet to receive it or the tracking number. Please contact me about that, you have my number in our PM's. I would appreciate it.

Ernie Golfs

Post some pics of your spoiler installed on your TL. I'd like to see it with the tape installation.

Crook

Mine didn't come with directions but I managed to get it to fit using sticky tape and no drilling. It won't come off either.
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I read in a magazine, "The higher the spoiler, the more horsepower you get".

Mr2KiEu

Haha...LOL......how much more hp did u gain?

datmrman

Yes please!


Crook, I didn't even know the lip spoiler could be placed up there! More pictures please! I would like to see a side shot.

Elegant TYPE S

iTrader: (2)

Cleard my PM box and sent you a PM with my phone number.

Crook

Datmrman,
I was actually trying to get a few laughs by laying the spoiler up there and snapping some pics. It made me laugh because some people would intentionally do that.

I really installed it where it's suppose to go. Here's what I did.


I went to Walmart and bought a small pack of 3M tape for around $4 and then found a larger pack at Discount Auto for around $7. It's hard to find anything stronger than this 3M molding tape. I used most of the tape and ended up with about two feet of leftovers after the install.



I removed all of the hardware and sticky tabs but left the this pad strip along the front edge of the spoiler.





I cleaned the underside of the spoiler where my tape will go and then ran strips of tape lengthwise. Two strips down the center and one at the edges. You have to double up the front edge strip of tap so it will be able to make contact with the trunk lid surface. These pics don't show the doubled up tape strips.



Now lay it on the trunk and test fit it. After I centered it, I used a wax pencil to and made six alignment marks on the spoiler's edge and trunk lid.


Clean your trunk lid with alcohol and buff it dry with a clean cotton cloth. Peel the red tape backing off of all of the smaller pieces of tape. Start peeling the red backing on the ends of the longer strip and "pig tail" them or tape them to the outside of the spoiler so you can tug on them later. Center and align the spoiler on the trunk and press it in place. Press firmly and downward in the middle of the spoiler so the tape has good contact with the trunk. Work your way outward as you pull the rest of the red backing off of the tape. I set gallon paint cans on the spoiler for over an hour to make sure it had time to adhere. It takes a lot of force to unstick the 3M tape from a clean surface. I tried pulling on the spoiler but I don't think it's going anywhere.



Done with this install which took between 15 to 30 minutes.

datmrman

you got me!


Thanks for the awesome write-up, as always!

pimpin-tl

Very nice. Now if I can figure out a way to seal up my 2 holes I drilled for my A-Spec one before I order this eventually. Hmmm.

Crook

The easiest thing to do is to paint any bare metal with some touch up paint and then tape over the holes with the 3M tape you would use to hold the spoiler on. 3M has a wider tape at some of the autoparts stors that is almost an inch wide in case you don't think the thin stuff would cover the entire hole.

Just remember that you'll have to section off the tape that you apply to the underside of the spoiler to account for the patches of tape sealing off the holes on the trunk.
Most importantly again, remember to clean off any surfaces with alcohol and buff off any residue before appying the tape.

Ernie Golfs

Looks great Crook. Very nice install and pics!

TL1999

just order the lip...can not wait....