Dialn24

So, I got my spoiler installed today. Like the look of it, but I have a question.

Is there supposed to be what looks like almost foam or something between the trunk lid and the spoiler?

Does anyway have a closeup picture of how the spoiler mates up to the trunk? I just spent sometime looking through pictures and I can't tell on them if it's supposed to be there or not. Kind of worried, because I think it looks odd. I asked them when I saw it and they said that's how they were.

I don't know. After the light issue I'm having, I'm starting not to trust anything they say.

laythor

http://www.finishlineperformance.com...ar_Spoiler.pdf

I don't see anything in the instructions that would leave a gasket between the spoiler and the lid. Maybe they left the template in place?

TopGear8

iTrader: (3)

That foam is probably just the tape. I myself installed the OEM spoiler when i first bought my 8. The tape helps seal the space.

Dialn24

Is it supposed to be there for the install? Do you by any chance have a closeup pic of it?

Easy_E1

iTrader: (2)

Seems to me that there was small foam looking washers on the fasteners that were used as a seal. This was on the inner holes though. Where the plastic clip goes. Heres a pic of that one.

Dialn24

Thanks for the pic. That's not what I'm seeing.

Dialn24

Here are some pics I just took of what I am seeing:

TopGear8

iTrader: (3)

^Yeah that just looks like the foam that helps the spoiler stay sealed to the car so nothing gets inbetween it. I bought it used and just used some blue, 2 sided thick tape and put it around the edges. Yours is a bit more noticable than mine, but it should go down over time. So nothing to worry about.

Easy_E1

iTrader: (2)

Are the bolts tight on the outside of the trunk? The two 10mm bolts.


Disclaimer:
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THEM AND STRIP THEM OR BREAK THEM OFF.

Dialn24

Does that mean I am going to have to tighten the bolts that hold it in place then?

TopGear8

iTrader: (3)

You could give that a try, just dont tighten them too much.

Dialn24

Honestly, I'm not even sure which ones you are talking about or where to find the bolts. I haven't looked at them. The spoiler feels tight.

TopGear8

iTrader: (3)

Just tighten the bolts on the inside of the trunk. I'm not sure which ones on the outside he is talking about either.

Easy_E1

iTrader: (2)

outside edge of the underside of the trunk.

Dialn24

Cool. I'll check them in the morning.

Thanks a lot to everyone that has responded so far. I greatly appreciate the assistance!

zerobio

I almost wish there was something in there (maybe there is) cause when I had the stock spoiler removed to put on the MS wing, there was some scratches because the stock one was so tightly on it left some small grooves that aren't covered by the new wing. Barely noticeable though so no biggie.

enforcer

If you're not confident in doing it yourself, I'd take it to someone who does knows what they are doing....

Dialn24

Now, I am really confused. Everyone is talking about bolts, yet my install has two gold phillips head screws on both sides holding it down.

I have no idea WTF is going on now, but I'm starting to get pretty upset here.

Could someone please show me what it's supposed to look like in the trunk? I would REALLY appreciate it.

CarAndDriver

Did you do it yourself? Have the person or people who installed it--fix it for you.

Dialn24

The dealer did it. I'm trying to figure out if there is a problem or not, which is why I'm asking.

zerobio

It's hard to see the problem cause the pics are a bit fuzzy. It looks fine and don't think there's a problem.

architect

I installed my OEM spoiler myself. I'm EXTREMELY precise when doing things like this and sure as hell wasn't going to let some incompetent fool drill into my new car.
In the picture you've posted, it looks like the spoiler was mounted a little too far back (closer to rear of car) than the template designates. That's why you're seeing more of the seal than you should be. As the trunk gets closer to the edge of the trunk, the arc radius increases... that's why the template leaves a good 5/8" between the spoiler and the edge of the trunk. I thought this 5/8" was excessive and was able to shift the spoiler template back (towards the rear) about 1/8". This was as close as you can get it to the rear without leaving a vertical gap between the spoiler and the trunk. There is still close to 1/2" between the spoiler and the edge of the trunk. The seal is perfectly even and the holes mounted up 100% on the mark. I didn't even need to drill out the the holes to 10 mm... I was able to stop at 8 mm and still line up exactly.
Also worth note... those fastener clips that require you to drill (2) additional holes... those are removable. There are (2) philips head screws holding those in place. I took them out because I see absolutely no justifiable reason to drill more holes.
Sorry for the long read. I just thought I'd provide my experience in case the next guy has any questions.
To the original poster, can you get some better pictures? Maybe looking down to see what the distance is between the spoiler/edge of trunk? Try stepping back a few feet with a high res camera so the picture comes out better.
If the installer didn't follow the mounting template, you have a case. You'll be able to remove the spoiler, lay another template over the trunk and see if they followed instructions.

Dialn24

I'll take some new pics later tonight that show where it's at, the screws holding it, etc. HOpefully, they come out alright.

Dialn24

Here are the pics:

Ericok

I installed the factory spoiler following the template to the letter. It mounted completely flush to the trunk lid. They must have changed the mounting bolts along the way as you can see mine are Hex Head with a Phillips insert. Mine didn't come with any mounting foam.