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CharlesStevenson Mar 27th, 2021 15:36

How do I remove tailgate spoiler (sorry if this is obvious!)
 
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I've undone the two nuts that were under the rubber covers and I'd assumed, wrongly, that I'd then be able to lift the spoiler off.

Is it stuck down so that I need to lever it up, or is there some other fixings I've missed?

Here's a pic of one that's the same style.

Thanks

ITSv40 Mar 27th, 2021 15:40

Yes, stuck down with heavy duty foam tape. Carefully slide a thin paint scraper knife, or similar, in between the joint and gently lever up. A carefully applied heat gun helps to soften the glue.

Austin160 Mar 27th, 2021 16:18

As has been said, but I wouldn’t use any form of metal scraper. Try cutting through the double sided adhesive tape, with dental floss.

CharlesStevenson Mar 27th, 2021 17:36

Neat idea with the dental floss tape, I'll give that a go later. thx

gatos Mar 27th, 2021 20:28

As above more or less. Not sure if dental floss will be strong enough to cut through, but worth a try.

I personally use a very sharp and thin blade, to slowly slowly cut through the foam and being careful not to damage the spoiler. Having another person lift the wing even a milimetre or two, also helps enormously


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