OEM front air dam as an add on?
03-11-2009 | 09:16 PM
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OEM front air dam as an add on?
Hey guys i have a pretty simple question.
My 8 does not have the front air dam that some of them come with. I was thinking about buying one and putting it on. But how difficult is it to attach? For someone who has no experience with body work like this could I do it?
I have done a ton of mods to the car, but nothing of this sort...
So how is it attached?
My 8 does not have the front air dam that some of them come with. I was thinking about buying one and putting it on. But how difficult is it to attach? For someone who has no experience with body work like this could I do it?
I have done a ton of mods to the car, but nothing of this sort...
So how is it attached?
03-11-2009 | 09:33 PM
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On a 04-08, It is a very simple add on. You will need to remove the bumper skin, and drill a couple of holes (that are already marked on th back side of the bumper).
If it takes an hour I would be surprised.
If it takes an hour I would be surprised.
03-12-2009 | 09:07 AM
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I've done this (on a Canadian bumper with headlight washers, so for me it was a tiny bit more work). It's quite simple and you don't require any major mechanical skill to accomplish this task.
It is easier with two people, though not impossible for one.
You can see photos of the bumper removal process here: http://www.racingbeat.com/PDF/RX8nose.PDF
You'll need to disconnect the corner lights and (if you have them) the fog lights. They both have simple connectors but they may be stiff to open.
Once the bumper is off you will need to remove the existing black plastic piece that is mounted to the bottom edge of the bumper and drill new holes for the new spoiler - the location for these holes is already molded into the existing bumper, so you can't go wrong. In the final photo of the above instruction, there are a bunch of arrows pointing to this black plastic chin piece that you remove.
You then attach the new spoiler, using the included fasteners and the double-sided tape that's already attached to the back of the spoiler, to the bumper. Then you reattach the bumper to the car.
To be safe, schedule two hours for this - though it will likely take you only one. Also, since you have the bumper off, I'd advise you to purchase the screens for the radiator and oil coolers from Racing Beat (seen here: http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....ber=screen set). They're good protection for those coolers, which can easily be hit by rocks and such, and since the bumper is off they're a very quick install. But the screens are completely optional and not at all necessary for your spoiler.
It is easier with two people, though not impossible for one.
You can see photos of the bumper removal process here: http://www.racingbeat.com/PDF/RX8nose.PDF
You'll need to disconnect the corner lights and (if you have them) the fog lights. They both have simple connectors but they may be stiff to open.
Once the bumper is off you will need to remove the existing black plastic piece that is mounted to the bottom edge of the bumper and drill new holes for the new spoiler - the location for these holes is already molded into the existing bumper, so you can't go wrong. In the final photo of the above instruction, there are a bunch of arrows pointing to this black plastic chin piece that you remove.
You then attach the new spoiler, using the included fasteners and the double-sided tape that's already attached to the back of the spoiler, to the bumper. Then you reattach the bumper to the car.
To be safe, schedule two hours for this - though it will likely take you only one. Also, since you have the bumper off, I'd advise you to purchase the screens for the radiator and oil coolers from Racing Beat (seen here: http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....ber=screen set). They're good protection for those coolers, which can easily be hit by rocks and such, and since the bumper is off they're a very quick install. But the screens are completely optional and not at all necessary for your spoiler.
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03-12-2009 | 10:03 AM
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I've done this (on a Canadian bumper with headlight washers, so for me it was a tiny bit more work). It's quite simple and you don't require any major mechanical skill to accomplish this task.
It is easier with two people, though not impossible for one.
You can see photos of the bumper removal process here: http://www.racingbeat.com/PDF/RX8nose.PDF
You'll need to disconnect the corner lights and (if you have them) the fog lights. They both have simple connectors but they may be stiff to open.
Once the bumper is off you will need to remove the existing black plastic piece that is mounted to the bottom edge of the bumper and drill new holes for the new spoiler - the location for these holes is already molded into the existing bumper, so you can't go wrong. In the final photo of the above instruction, there are a bunch of arrows pointing to this black plastic chin piece that you remove.
You then attach the new spoiler, using the included fasteners and the double-sided tape that's already attached to the back of the spoiler, to the bumper. Then you reattach the bumper to the car.
To be safe, schedule two hours for this - though it will likely take you only one. Also, since you have the bumper off, I'd advise you to purchase the screens for the radiator and oil coolers from Racing Beat (seen here: http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....ber=screen set). They're good protection for those coolers, which can easily be hit by rocks and such, and since the bumper is off they're a very quick install. But the screens are completely optional and not at all necessary for your spoiler.
It is easier with two people, though not impossible for one.
You can see photos of the bumper removal process here: http://www.racingbeat.com/PDF/RX8nose.PDF
You'll need to disconnect the corner lights and (if you have them) the fog lights. They both have simple connectors but they may be stiff to open.
Once the bumper is off you will need to remove the existing black plastic piece that is mounted to the bottom edge of the bumper and drill new holes for the new spoiler - the location for these holes is already molded into the existing bumper, so you can't go wrong. In the final photo of the above instruction, there are a bunch of arrows pointing to this black plastic chin piece that you remove.
You then attach the new spoiler, using the included fasteners and the double-sided tape that's already attached to the back of the spoiler, to the bumper. Then you reattach the bumper to the car.
To be safe, schedule two hours for this - though it will likely take you only one. Also, since you have the bumper off, I'd advise you to purchase the screens for the radiator and oil coolers from Racing Beat (seen here: http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....ber=screen set). They're good protection for those coolers, which can easily be hit by rocks and such, and since the bumper is off they're a very quick install. But the screens are completely optional and not at all necessary for your spoiler.
03-12-2009 | 11:22 AM
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Just as a side note not much about a car is rocket science, if you have a set of metric sockets and a couple screwdrivers you can tinker w/ most rudimentary "mods". Don't be afraid to unscrew or unbolt something to learn something new the worst that will mostly likely happen is you have to bolt it back together.
If you have "a ton of mods" you should already have a knack. Assuming you can get the spoiler already painted the color of your car this is a bolt on mod, not actual "body work" so go wild
.
If you have "a ton of mods" you should already have a knack. Assuming you can get the spoiler already painted the color of your car this is a bolt on mod, not actual "body work" so go wild
.
03-12-2009 | 01:13 PM
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Just as a side note not much about a car is rocket science, if you have a set of metric sockets and a couple screwdrivers you can tinker w/ most rudimentary "mods". Don't be afraid to unscrew or unbolt something to learn something new the worst that will mostly likely happen is you have to bolt it back together.
If you have "a ton of mods" you should already have a knack. Assuming you can get the spoiler already painted the color of your car this is a bolt on mod, not actual "body work" so go wild.
If you have "a ton of mods" you should already have a knack. Assuming you can get the spoiler already painted the color of your car this is a bolt on mod, not actual "body work" so go wild
.But I believe I can pick my color.
If I do this mod I will update yall. thanks for the help!
03-13-2009 | 11:08 AM
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You need a drill, a 8mm and 10mm sockets or nut drivers a Philips screw driver and a little windex or similar cleaner.
That is about it.
If you get the factory kit, it even comes with instructions.
03-13-2009 | 01:53 PM
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i've done it. it was easy. but i did not use the screws because i did not want to drill into my bumper. it's fine.
bumper skin = the plastic painted cover.
the bumper is the metal bar with the foam thing across it. you'll see the actual bumper if you remove the "bumper skin."
its also referred to as front fascia. referring to the plastic painted cover as the bumper, is slang, and is not technically correct.
bumper skin = the plastic painted cover.
the bumper is the metal bar with the foam thing across it. you'll see the actual bumper if you remove the "bumper skin."
its also referred to as front fascia. referring to the plastic painted cover as the bumper, is slang, and is not technically correct.
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