I have installed a type-S spoiler on my 05 TL
03-21-2007, 10:32 PM
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my questions is how did you guys take off the two metal bolts? I have the regular TL lip and they're pretty much in there. I'm thinking dremeling them off.
I also have the template for a regular TL lip if anyone reading this needs it. I'm going the tape method.
I also have the template for a regular TL lip if anyone reading this needs it. I'm going the tape method.
03-22-2007, 02:17 PM
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^^ I was thinking the same thing but it's going to be hard making holes for the clips because they aren't screws. The double side tape method can work well, you just have to make sure you use ample tape and focus in on the edges and you'll be fine.
If someone figures out a way to do it by adding the clips, I'd like to know so that I may consider that option as well.
If someone figures out a way to do it by adding the clips, I'd like to know so that I may consider that option as well.
03-22-2007, 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Elegant TYPE S
^^ I was thinking the same thing but it's going to be hard making holes for the clips because they aren't screws. The double side tape method can work well, you just have to make sure you use ample tape and focus in on the edges and you'll be fine.
If someone figures out a way to do it by adding the clips, I'd like to know so that I may consider that option as well.
If someone figures out a way to do it by adding the clips, I'd like to know so that I may consider that option as well.
You could always try making a template.......then decide how many clips & bolts you want to use.
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03-25-2007, 11:17 PM
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6 bolts install lips, only use 4 bolts
Here are the photo, but they are in the reverse order...just go by the picture # http://new.photos.yahoo.com/revolt99x
03-25-2007, 11:28 PM
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cant we glue on some thin strip of magnet on the spoiler so that it would "stick" to the trunk? wouldnt that help on top of the tape to help pull that spoiler on top of the the tape?
03-27-2007, 07:52 AM
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Well, I went to my dealer a few days ago and asked about the 07 type S Lip for my 06. The parts guy looked up the part # and says it costs $455 CDN plus install of $100 and taxes...basically, i'm looking at $600 for a lip spoiler that u guys are pay $100 US for.
Here's the reason....in Canada, that part is "considered an accessory . go figure
Here's the reason....in Canada, that part is "considered an accessory . go figure
03-27-2007, 11:00 AM
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mo_man, go to another dealer, I got my from a dealer in St Catherin's for $120 CND, I think list price is only $140 so they're trying to rip you off. Regarding the mounting. I checked out a fellow Acura Zine memeber's TL yesturday and he used weather stripping (the stuff they use to install windshields to cars) and the spoiler isn't going anywhere. It's on tight so i'm goina try that instead of the 3M tape (which i couldn't find at Canadian tire) when the weather gets nicer.
03-28-2007, 01:03 PM
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actually, can somebody tell me what weather stripping is?? i keep on thinking it's some black tape that goes around the windshield but when i looked it up it's some adhesive thing? for those of you having issues with the edges lifting, it seems like the weather stripping stuff holds on really tight
04-03-2007, 04:07 PM
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Hey guys i just installed the type s spoiler on my 05 Satin Silver Metallic TL. Payed about $120 for the spoiler and had my friend at his autoshop paint it Satin Silver for me. I ordered it in alabaster silver but it was to dark and noticable so i opt. to respray it. My first mod...hehe
Watcha think?
Watcha think?
04-03-2007, 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by maddsiick
Hey guys i just installed the type s spoiler on my 05 Satin Silver Metallic TL. Payed about $120 for the spoiler and had my friend at his autoshop paint it Satin Silver for me. I ordered it in alabaster silver but it was to dark and noticable so i opt. to respray it. My first mod...hehe
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I think the amount of adhesive on the bottom edge looks a little funny. It should sit more evenly (ideally). It's hard to tell from the pics if the color really matches. The side shots look like a better match than the shots from above.
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04-03-2007, 09:21 PM
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I ordered my type s lip spoiler from tim about a week or two ago and it is in the shop getting painted Anthracite. Just got a call from the shop and they say bring it in tomorrow for installation and the guy quoted me 169.00 painted and installed drilling two holes. I hope there is no lifting on the edges though. I will post some pics this weekend!!
06-14-2007, 04:08 AM
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ACTROS, when you do intend to sell it, please conduct your sales in Private Sales & Trades.
geekybiker, there is this recent thread: Factory Decklid spoilers at 279. shipped, anyone interested?
geekybiker, there is this recent thread: Factory Decklid spoilers at 279. shipped, anyone interested?
06-14-2007, 03:20 PM
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geekybiker, there is this recent thread: Factory Decklid spoilers at 279. shipped, anyone interested?
06-14-2007, 03:27 PM
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Those are almost 3x the price of the ones discussed in this thread. Not the same.
06-19-2007, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Kennedy
Not anymore... Acura realized what they had done releasing this "part" at such a low price and tripled the price of the Type-S spoiler in April. Now they're both near $300.
07-17-2007, 12:09 AM
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figured i would help you all looking for a type-s spoiler for cheap still....if you look at the kinetic blue its still at $99...just get it painted
http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...s=&view=normal
http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...s=&view=normal
07-18-2007, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by type-s09
figured i would help you all looking for a type-s spoiler for cheap still....if you look at the kinetic blue its still at $99...just get it painted
http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...s=&view=normal
http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...s=&view=normal
That was a typo, which they have promptly fixed now... No more cheap spoilers guys. It's over.
I replaced my WDP lip spoiler with the Type-S spoiler this weekend. You do have to drill NEW holes (no template, and the other lip soiler mounting points don't line up).
I put putty on the mounting points of the studs, then pressed the spoiler into place. The putty stuck to the trunk in the exact spot where the mounting point makes contact. Just punched a hole and drilled a hole there.
Perfect.
When installed, it looked a bit like this on the bottom edge.
1) That's the way the Type-S looks too.
2) It's due to the forming of the spoiler, it's a little off, thus you have to PUSH/Flex the edges forward to maek it tight.
3) There's not adhesive on the bottom edge. What you see is an OEM foam that appilied keep the spoiler from contacting the triunk.
You may want to invets the $12 in the Type-S trunk springs to go with it.
BTW, I have my WDP lip spoiler for sale in the BM... $150.
07-18-2007, 09:23 AM
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I had the same problem with mine......I went back and made the holes a little larger - more oval so I could push it forward on the trunk.
Before - With the gap....
After - Without
Kennedy - How may holes did you end up drilling....?
Before - With the gap....
After - Without
Kennedy - How may holes did you end up drilling....?
07-18-2007, 12:12 PM
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Just 2 for the mounting studs.
Hmm. I guess if I get real motivated I'll pull it and try to tighten it up more.
It's hardly noticeable as is.
I'll give it a few months and see if the "ends curl up", perhaps that will be incentive to try and attach it again.
Hmm. I guess if I get real motivated I'll pull it and try to tighten it up more.
It's hardly noticeable as is.
I'll give it a few months and see if the "ends curl up", perhaps that will be incentive to try and attach it again.
07-18-2007, 09:00 PM
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good job....
Originally Posted by SteveP66
I had the same problem with mine......I went back and made the holes a little larger - more oval so I could push it forward on the trunk.
Before - With the gap....
After - Without
Kennedy - How may holes did you end up drilling....?
Before - With the gap....
After - Without
Kennedy - How may holes did you end up drilling....?
07-18-2007, 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by revolt
good job....Can you confirm you can add 2 more of those studs to the outer clip points? Can you get to the stud from the backside to install the nut?
I was gonna buy 3 more, 1 for the center, and 2 for the edges. If that don't hold em, nothing's gonna.
07-18-2007, 09:18 PM
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I remember talking to bforbrian about doing just what you describe Kennedy - I don't know if he ever did it tho.....
07-18-2007, 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by revolt
I did the two bolt method and mine is lifting on the edges also...I ordered 4 more bolts = 6 bolts holding down the lip, except for the middle opening (not using any of the clips that it came with). I know I have to slightly modify the clip open for the bolt. The parts # for the bolt, TAILGATE SPOILER is 71703-S6M-003 ...$1.77 each. I have not received it yet, still waiting for it. Once I put it on I will tell you how good the fit and finish is, using 6 bolts. 
Humm maybe it was Revolt too..........LOL
07-19-2007, 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Kennedy
Yep... Revolt said he did it with 4 studs, and did a write up... but his pictures are gone.
revolt, give details.
revolt, give details.
the link
07-19-2007, 06:51 PM
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Here are the pictures that were in yahoo that are now in photobucket. The order of the pictures are not correct. Just follow them by their title.
the link
the link
Steve... Order 2 more studs, remove the extra tape and bolt that bitch on.
07-19-2007, 06:52 PM
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Damn you are good..............that 3M tape is the real problem. Thanks for bringing this back.........confirms for us you can access the trunk end for the added two bolts
Nice job!
Nice job!
07-19-2007, 06:56 PM
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I can't drill rectangular holes.....LOL
This is a much better way.......got it Kennedy - the P/N's are on my list for an order
This is a much better way.......got it Kennedy - the P/N's are on my list for an order
07-19-2007, 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SteveP66
Damn you are good..............that 3M tape is the real problem. Thanks for bringing this back.........confirms for us you can access the trunk end for the added two bolts
Nice job!
Nice job!
I'm still doing the wing springs for the added weight of the dynamat.
07-19-2007, 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by SteveP66
Damn you are good..............that 3M tape is the real problem. Thanks for bringing this back.........confirms for us you can access the trunk end for the added two bolts
Nice job!
Nice job!