Does 3M tape work well for spoilers? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

OmeedH · 05-12-2012, 04:04 PM

I just purchased a CF lip and I am skeptical about mounting it on with 3M tape. Will it work with it? Is it strong enough? Please reply. Thanks.

CUTigers · 05-12-2012, 04:39 PM

It's used on mine. On there like a rock

Kernel Kurtz · 05-12-2012, 04:40 PM

So long as you do the surface prep correctly it's incredibly strong and won't be coming off.

That's what it's made for.

E90Company · 05-12-2012, 05:15 PM

Extremely well. Make sure you use a de-waxing product on the area you are going to apply the spoiler. This ensures maximum contact between the tape and car surface without the slippery wax.

You can remove the spoiler if it is taped down, but it is very hard to, especially if you use alot of tape. Hope this helps.

1lyfe · 05-12-2012, 05:23 PM

i used 3m tape for my front lip and my roof +trunk spoilers
been almost a year and no sign of it wearing off.
make sure you get the grey one with red strips(dont know what that is call lol)

OmeedH · 05-12-2012, 05:33 PM

kk Thanks guys helped out alot!

Verbatim · 05-12-2012, 07:25 PM

get the preparation stuff. it makes a big difference. sorry i don't remember what it's called.

mike3000fl · 05-12-2012, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Verbatim

get the preparation stuff. it makes a big difference. sorry i don't remember what it's called.

betalink

OmeedH · 05-12-2012, 07:52 PM

if i dont use a de-waxer but i use soap and water to clean the surface will that be enough?

CUTigers · 05-12-2012, 08:19 PM

Beta link is NOT prep stuff. It is like ultra glue. It will work but your spoiler will be on there forever.

mike3000fl · 05-12-2012, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CUTigers

Beta link is NOT prep stuff. It is like ultra glue. It will work but your spoiler will be on there forever.

exactly what old boy wants.

CUTigers · 05-12-2012, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by mike3000fl

Quote:

Originally Posted by CUTigers

Beta link is NOT prep stuff. It is like ultra glue. It will work but your spoiler will be on there forever.

exactly what old boy wants.

You quoted someone that said "get the prep stuff before using the 3m tape" as in beta link is a cleaner used before attatched. That's how I understood it.

mashimarho · 05-12-2012, 10:33 PM

Feels like cement on my trunk.
Make sure you get the red backed automotive acrylic stuff.

mike3000fl · 05-13-2012, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by CUTigers

You quoted someone that said "get the prep stuff before using the 3m tape" as in beta link is a cleaner used before attatched. That's how I understood it.

nah. meant it like this... "betalink as opposed to good prep and 3m"

betalink for the win

you misunderstood, its ok bro, it happens.

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E90Company Major General Drives: 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: SFL Posts: 5,557 iTrader: (2)	Extremely well. Make sure you use a de-waxing product on the area you are going to apply the spoiler. This ensures maximum contact between the tape and car surface without the slippery wax. You can remove the spoiler if it is taped down, but it is very hard to, especially if you use alot of tape. Hope this helps. __________________ FBO N54 6AT

05-12-2012, 07:25 PM	#7
Verbatim Colonel Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Santa Clarita Posts: 2,554 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [5.00]	get the preparation stuff. it makes a big difference. sorry i don't remember what it's called. __________________ 2008 BMW 335i Sedan \| Sparkling Graphite \| Sport \| Premium \| Navigation \| Comfort Access \| Logic7 Golf Tee \| M3 Trunk Spoiler \| LED Angel Eyes \| 5000k Fogs \| Resonator Delete \| Black Kidney Grills \| Black Finisher Rods \| 35%/18% Tint \| Sealer Lip \| 12mm/20mm (F/R) Spacers \| White Wheels \| Black Lines

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mashimarho Boss Drives: e92 LCI 335i xDrive™ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Grand Rapids, michigan Posts: 5,718 iTrader: (27) Garage List 2012 BMW 335i xDrive [5.00]	Feels like cement on my trunk. Make sure you get the red backed automotive acrylic stuff. __________________ -Sean. 360 FORGED///DynamikiLLu51ions///ER///BMS///KW///VRSF///ARKYM///DD///CYBA///STOPTECH///BMW Performance /// My Progress: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=770326

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05-12-2012, 04:39 PM	#2
CUTigers Captain Drives: 2008 Montego Blue 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Atlanta/Lawrenceville Posts: 850 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 Lexus IS F [5.00] 2008 e90 335i [4.50]	It's used on mine. On there like a rock

05-12-2012, 04:40 PM	#3
Kernel Kurtz Second Lieutenant Drives: '11 e90 335xi SE 6mt Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 282 iTrader: (0)	So long as you do the surface prep correctly it's incredibly strong and won't be coming off. That's what it's made for.

05-12-2012, 05:23 PM	#5
1lyfe Captain Drives: AW F30 328i Xdrive Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 795 iTrader: (1)	i used 3m tape for my front lip and my roof +trunk spoilers been almost a year and no sign of it wearing off. make sure you get the grey one with red strips(dont know what that is call lol)

05-12-2012, 05:33 PM	#6
OmeedH New Member Drives: 2011 335i Sedan Sport Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Beverly Hills Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	kk Thanks guys helped out alot!

05-12-2012, 07:52 PM	#9
OmeedH New Member Drives: 2011 335i Sedan Sport Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Beverly Hills Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	if i dont use a de-waxer but i use soap and water to clean the surface will that be enough?

05-12-2012, 08:19 PM	#10
CUTigers Captain Drives: 2008 Montego Blue 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Atlanta/Lawrenceville Posts: 850 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 Lexus IS F [5.00] 2008 e90 335i [4.50]	Beta link is NOT prep stuff. It is like ultra glue. It will work but your spoiler will be on there forever.