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Old 12-12-2010, 02:09 AM
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may i ask why you blue taped those parts down?
you applied them using double-sided tape?? doesnt the tape bond instantly?
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Originally Posted by turboawd
may i ask why you blue taped those parts down?
you applied them using double-sided tape?? doesnt the tape bond instantly?
It was to make sure the spoilers had even pressure all the way around, mostly just needed on the outer edges. I'm far from an expert, but I doubt the tape cures instantly.

I pulled the window spoiler off this morning using fishing line. It left no damage at all to the window gasket thankfully.
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Double sided-tape does bond but the problem is that the parts may not be 'perfect' and therefore need to be 'moulded' ...the uneven pressure could create a lift which would spread. Taping and leaving sit in a heated environment helped the pieces acclimate so they'll fit nice and snug.
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Ended up having to redo this with Betalink. The 3M tape eventually started pulling up after a week or so. The betalink has held for around 2 months now.
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That's because you didn't put enough blue tape. Looks like you used three rolls when you should have used five.
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Originally Posted by ProMed
Ended up having to redo this with Betalink. The 3M tape eventually started pulling up after a week or so. The betalink has held for around 2 months now.
That Betalink adhesive is permanent. I used it when I installed my RD rear spoiler with no problems whatsoever.
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I used blue tape and duct tape.
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Hey is your roof spoiler connected to the rubber piece on the top of the windshield. I have the same roof spoiler and have not mounted it. It goes on that rubber trim or onto the actual glass?
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Originally Posted by mazekid15
Hey is your roof spoiler connected to the rubber piece on the top of the windshield. I have the same roof spoiler and have not mounted it. It goes on that rubber trim or onto the actual glass?
As mentioned, I pulled it off just aftr the pics were taken. The spoiler has a little "step" in it to go up on the rubber trim.
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Originally Posted by ProMed
3M trim tape only, no silicone or glues used. How long should I wait?

Thanks in advance.

Absolutely and without a doubt, remove before you begin your retire pay. If not, you will have problems removing residual glue from vehicle.


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