Has anyone used glue/adhesive to mount the Rear Deck Spoiler? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

camiloE90 · 08-01-2005, 12:07 PM

I am in the process of installing my rear deck spoiler and noticed that you need to slightly bend the ends in so that it fits tight and perfect. I feel that the tape on the spoiler is not enough grip support to hold down the ends. I dont want to get into a situation where I have to press down on the ends everytime they popup a bit making a small gap between the spoiler and the trunk. So i bought and very strong adhesive glue (weather proof for autos) to apply under the spoiler like the installation guide says to do before i mount on the trunk.

My concern is if the glue could mess up my paint down the road or if the heat would damage anything. I just want feed back to see if anyone has donethis. I've seen in this forum replys that say they just stuck the spoiler with the tape and no glue....

any thoughts before i do this?

thanx

E90Fleet · 08-01-2005, 12:41 PM

If you read the official BMW instructions for the spoiler http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1914

you will see you are supposed to use the special beta-link glue that you can buy from BMW

camiloE90 · 08-01-2005, 02:14 PM

i saw that...i guess i have to order that specific glue...thanx

arnie · 08-01-2005, 02:40 PM

i think you bought a pirate part chap, check with your bmw dealer

AW330i · 08-19-2005, 08:16 PM

Does the spoiler not come with everything needed to install it?

RichP · 08-22-2005, 05:44 PM

I used betalink (BMW stuff) to glue it to the trunk; not sure why some say otherwise, but that little piece of adhesive on it is not sufficient to keep the thing on the trunk. Perhaps you could use additional double sided tape; but the glue will work best, although its pretty damn permanent.

EVO_S4 · 08-23-2005, 05:28 AM

I didnt use the betalink glue, I just add another strip of the double side tape

bmwboy29 · 10-05-2005, 08:23 PM

How much was the beta link adhesive?

bmwboy29 · 10-06-2005, 12:20 AM

Anyone?

breakfast101 · 10-06-2005, 12:30 AM

I did the same as EVO S4 did.....attach some more 3M double sided tape, you'll be fine.....

bmwboy29 · 10-06-2005, 09:54 PM

It worries me here in the cold climate

mds82 · 10-11-2005, 10:50 AM

i just got the glue for $16.01 thats what it cost i guess

afocoryw20 · 10-11-2005, 10:53 AM

Can someone post pics???? I was thinking of getting the spoiler myself.

Tape · 10-11-2005, 03:47 PM

The stuff you need is (BMW part Number 82-69-9-408-866) Betalink-K1
retails for 12.75 + tax... comes with sand paper, glue, cleaner, applicater, it's a complete set. Very cool stuff.

ase2dais · 10-22-2005, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by afocoryw20

Can someone post pics???? I was thinking of getting the spoiler myself.

This site has great whitepaper, thks.

I like to share the DIY step-by-step photos that I did when I installed my spoiler. It has how-to visual information and some lesssons learned.

I like to thank Mo. Idris.Jason from Tischer BMW who provide me the complementary Beta-link adhesive. I almost walk off the dealership without it, , thinking the spoiler package was all i needed.

Spoiler Install DIY Step-by-Step Photos: click gallery

Mark Chen · 11-18-2005, 11:58 PM

What kind of double side tape?any specific brand like 3M??
is it sufficient to keep the spoiler on the trunk??
I also thinking about should I use glue or just add some double side tape~

Mark Chen · 11-20-2005, 02:33 PM

Is anybody use other kinds of glue??
Yesterday I tried to add some double side tape and install my spoiler
Althougt it can keep the spoiler on the trunk,i it is not enough grip support to hold down the ends,and it is not fits 100% tight and perfect~
I noticed that the spoiler's curve isn't 100% fit the trunk curve,ecpecially the ends
Anyone have the same problem like me??
Or I bought a bad quality spoiler??

ase2dais · 11-21-2005, 10:40 PM

step by step photo how-to, with caution, side comments from a guy that did it before, with some lessons learn, list official glue w/ part no.
and all materials needed:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/photos/sho...ppuser=29566&=

also this are the part nos. of he OEM spoiler you need to order throught the dealership:

Rear Deck Spoilers:

primed paint required:
p/n 51 71 0 396 344

Black Saphire
p/n 51 71 0 398 220

Sparkling Graphite
p/n 51 71 0 398 222

Titanium Silver
p/n 51 71 0 398 224

Non-Metalic Black
p/n 51 71 0 398 730

Mark Chen · 11-22-2005, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ase2dais

step by step photo how-to, with caution, side comments from a guy that did it before, with some lessons learn, list official glue w/ part no.
and all materials needed:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/photos/sho...ppuser=29566&=

also this are the part nos. of he OEM spoiler you need to order throught the dealership:

Rear Deck Spoilers:

primed paint required:
p/n 51 71 0 396 344

Black Saphire
p/n 51 71 0 398 220

Sparkling Graphite
p/n 51 71 0 398 222

Titanium Silver
p/n 51 71 0 398 224

Non-Metalic Black
p/n 51 71 0 398 730

Well~I bought the spoiler from BAVARIAN AUTOSPORT~
I guess this might the reason why the spoiler's curve isn't 100% fit the trunk curve,ecpecially the ends
But I saw the BMW logo on it
and I also saw the parts number 5171 0396 344
it is not a copy one ,is it??

ase2dais · 11-22-2005, 10:01 PM

part sounds legit to me! mine didnt have a perfect snag at the end too, thats why i glued, taped and clamped it real good b4 curing

ashecnc · 12-22-2005, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark Chen

Is anybody use other kinds of glue??
Yesterday I tried to add some double side tape and install my spoiler
Althougt it can keep the spoiler on the trunk,i it is not enough grip support to hold down the ends,and it is not fits 100% tight and perfect~
I noticed that the spoiler's curve isn't 100% fit the trunk curve,ecpecially the ends
Anyone have the same problem like me??
Or I bought a bad quality spoiler??

Yea you're right, the spoiler is not a perfect 100% fit for some reason, the ends are slightly not snug..but I guess it will have to work.

ChineseGuy · 12-23-2005, 11:58 PM

Isn't the rear spoiler an option when you buy the car?

Why don't just get it from BMW?

08-01-2005, 12:07 PM	#1
camiloE90 Private First Class Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Miami Posts: 66 iTrader: (0)	Has anyone used glue/adhesive to mount the Rear Deck Spoiler? I am in the process of installing my rear deck spoiler and noticed that you need to slightly bend the ends in so that it fits tight and perfect. I feel that the tape on the spoiler is not enough grip support to hold down the ends. I dont want to get into a situation where I have to press down on the ends everytime they popup a bit making a small gap between the spoiler and the trunk. So i bought and very strong adhesive glue (weather proof for autos) to apply under the spoiler like the installation guide says to do before i mount on the trunk. My concern is if the glue could mess up my paint down the road or if the heat would damage anything. I just want feed back to see if anyone has donethis. I've seen in this forum replys that say they just stuck the spoiler with the tape and no glue.... any thoughts before i do this? thanx
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08-19-2005, 08:16 PM	#5
AW330i Captain Drives: Alpine White 330i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 881 iTrader: (0)	Does the spoiler not come with everything needed to install it? __________________

08-23-2005, 05:28 AM	#7
EVO_S4 Colonel Drives: E90 LCI 335I Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,078 iTrader: (22) Garage List 2009 BMW [4.12]	I didnt use the betalink glue, I just add another strip of the double side tape __________________ 08 ML550 09 LCI Jet Black 335I Bilstein PSS9/Morr VS7/Performance Front Bumper/Cobb AP/OSS AE

10-11-2005, 10:50 AM	#12
mds82 Major General Drives: 2006 325xi Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: South Central Connecticut Posts: 5,870 iTrader: (40) Garage List 2006 325xi Snow Pics [0.00] 2006 BMW 325xi [0.00]	i just got the glue for $16.01 thats what it cost i guess __________________ 19" Breyton Race GTS Matt Grey, Eisenmann 4x70 Exhaust with SR Pipes. Vorsteiner Hood, Bilstein Shocks, CFEverywhere, mtec rear, Carbon Fiber Headlights

11-21-2005, 10:40 PM	#18
ase2dais //Mdicted Drives: a Cop Magnet Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 495 Ring Posts: 9,750 iTrader: (17) Garage List 2009 e92 M3 DCT CF ... [5.00] 2009 + 2004 Trek - ... [5.00] 2008 e92 M3 6MT (Up ... [5.00] 2002 e46 M3 Cabriol ... [3.00] 2006 e90-325i (DD) [3.50] 2002 e39 M5 (retired) [4.75]	step by step photo how-to, with caution, side comments from a guy that did it before, with some lessons learn, list official glue w/ part no. and all materials needed: http://www.bimmerfest.com/photos/sho...ppuser=29566&= also this are the part nos. of he OEM spoiler you need to order throught the dealership: Rear Deck Spoilers: primed paint required: p/n 51 71 0 396 344 Black Saphire p/n 51 71 0 398 220 Sparkling Graphite p/n 51 71 0 398 222 Titanium Silver p/n 51 71 0 398 224 Non-Metalic Black p/n 51 71 0 398 730 __________________ Oo\(lll)'(lll)/oO : 2009-e92 ///M3 SpaceGry DCT CF Rf/Trim ZTP ZPP ZCW Sat/PrmSd : \_lOOl___lOOl_/<< Clickies

08-01-2005, 12:41 PM	#2
E90Fleet Major General Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: South Africa Posts: 6,851 iTrader: (0)	If you read the official BMW instructions for the spoiler http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1914 you will see you are supposed to use the special beta-link glue that you can buy from BMW

08-01-2005, 02:14 PM	#3
camiloE90 Private First Class Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Miami Posts: 66 iTrader: (0)	i saw that...i guess i have to order that specific glue...thanx

08-01-2005, 02:40 PM	#4
arnie Private Drives: BMW 330d auto Join Date: May 2005 Location: cape town sa Posts: 29 iTrader: (0)	i think you bought a pirate part chap, check with your bmw dealer

08-22-2005, 05:44 PM	#6
RichP Major Drives: P-Car Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 1,047 iTrader: (4)	I used betalink (BMW stuff) to glue it to the trunk; not sure why some say otherwise, but that little piece of adhesive on it is not sufficient to keep the thing on the trunk. Perhaps you could use additional double sided tape; but the glue will work best, although its pretty damn permanent.

10-05-2005, 08:23 PM	#8
bmwboy29 First Lieutenant Drives: bmw 325xi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 210 iTrader: (0)	How much was the beta link adhesive?

10-06-2005, 12:20 AM	#9
bmwboy29 First Lieutenant Drives: bmw 325xi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 210 iTrader: (0)	Anyone?

10-06-2005, 12:30 AM	#10
breakfast101 Second Lieutenant Drives: 320i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Bangkok Posts: 231 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 320i [0.00]	I did the same as EVO S4 did.....attach some more 3M double sided tape, you'll be fine.....

10-06-2005, 09:54 PM	#11
bmwboy29 First Lieutenant Drives: bmw 325xi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 210 iTrader: (0)	It worries me here in the cold climate

10-11-2005, 10:53 AM	#13
afocoryw20 Lieutenant Drives: X3 + 325xi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: New Jerz Posts: 459 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325XI [0.00] 2005 X3 [0.00] 1990 Mercedes Benz ... [0.00]	Can someone post pics???? I was thinking of getting the spoiler myself.

10-11-2005, 03:47 PM	#14
Tape BMW Employee Drives: 2006 E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ft Lauderdale Posts: 132 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 BMW 325I [0.00] 2003 Cadillac Escalade [0.00]	The stuff you need is (BMW part Number 82-69-9-408-866) Betalink-K1 retails for 12.75 + tax... comes with sand paper, glue, cleaner, applicater, it's a complete set. Very cool stuff.

11-18-2005, 11:58 PM	#16
Mark Chen Colonel Drives: 11' E93 M3 LMB Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Taipei Posts: 2,796 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	What kind of double side tape?any specific brand like 3M?? is it sufficient to keep the spoiler on the trunk?? I also thinking about should I use glue or just add some double side tape~

11-20-2005, 02:33 PM	#17
Mark Chen Colonel Drives: 11' E93 M3 LMB Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Taipei Posts: 2,796 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Is anybody use other kinds of glue?? Yesterday I tried to add some double side tape and install my spoiler Althougt it can keep the spoiler on the trunk,i it is not enough grip support to hold down the ends,and it is not fits 100% tight and perfect~ I noticed that the spoiler's curve isn't 100% fit the trunk curve,ecpecially the ends Anyone have the same problem like me?? Or I bought a bad quality spoiler??

11-22-2005, 10:01 PM	#20
ase2dais //Mdicted Drives: a Cop Magnet Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 495 Ring Posts: 9,750 iTrader: (17) Garage List 2009 e92 M3 DCT CF ... [5.00] 2009 + 2004 Trek - ... [5.00] 2008 e92 M3 6MT (Up ... [5.00] 2002 e46 M3 Cabriol ... [3.00] 2006 e90-325i (DD) [3.50] 2002 e39 M5 (retired) [4.75]	part sounds legit to me! mine didnt have a perfect snag at the end too, thats why i glued, taped and clamped it real good b4 curing __________________ Oo\(lll)'(lll)/oO : 2009-e92 ///M3 SpaceGry DCT CF Rf/Trim ZTP ZPP ZCW Sat/PrmSd : \_lOOl___lOOl_/<< Clickies

12-23-2005, 11:58 PM	#22
ChineseGuy QuickShifter Drives: Black E90 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: North Pole Posts: 1,486 iTrader: (2)	Isn't the rear spoiler an option when you buy the car? Why don't just get it from BMW?