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Old 12-10-2010, 08:42 PM
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3M trim tape only, no silicone or glues used. How long should I wait?

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3M trim tape only, no silicone or glues used. How long should I wait?

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Hi Promed,

When I attempted that process with a replica trunk lip spoiler I waited 24 hours. Is this a replica or OEM trunk lip spoiler? I'm not sure about the roof spoiler however, 24 hours should be enough.
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Hi Promed,

When I attempted that process with a replica trunk lip spoiler I waited 24 hours. Is this a replica or OEM trunk lip spoiler?
Both replica and didn't use the tape they provided. Thanks for the reply.
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Well since you have 14 day "sure-release" tape on there, wait for 14 days. It's ok to drive like this. You'll be the talk of the board. I'm sure some guys in the 3-series forums will see you and post a pic.lol
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Originally Posted by AchtungE60
Well since you have 14 day "sure-release" tape on there, wait for 14 days. It's ok to drive like this. You'll be the talk of the board. I'm sure some guys in the 3-series forums will see you and post a pic.lol
lol, I'm not even opening the garage door. Have a kerosene heater running to keep it a little warmer in there.
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Originally Posted by IvoryJ
Hi Promed,

When I attempted that process with a replica trunk lip spoiler I waited 24 hours. Is this a replica or OEM trunk lip spoiler? I'm not sure about the roof spoiler however, 24 hours should be enough.
What happened to your replica? blow off?
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Waited 22 hours, everything feels secure for now.
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Originally Posted by ProMed
What happened to your replica? blow off?
No, it didn't blow off. I just decided to go with another spoiler.
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Originally Posted by IvoryJ
No, it didn't blow off. I just decided to go with another spoiler.
Gotcha. I'm not liking this window spoiler. Doesn't seem to flow well with the lines of the car as it sits now.
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nice job looks great


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