OEM Spoiler - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

kpl · 05-10-2010, 10:06 PM

Hey I just bought a OEM Spoiler for my E90 and I'm not exactly sure how to install it.

When I opened up the box I notice that there are screw holes underneath the spoiler, so does that mean I am to drill into my car to install the part?

I had it recommended to me to use M3 double sided tape to install the spoiler but my question there is about the spoiler flying off. I feel that the tape wouldn't been strong enough to hold the spoiler once the car reaches a certain speed or after "X" amount of time.

I also heard that some shops have this special types of glue they can use to hold the spoiler in place.

Feedback?

Thanks

CollinsE90 · 05-10-2010, 10:09 PM

go buy Betalink from the dealer, and read the DIY thread about installing the OEM spoiler

mike3000fl · 05-11-2010, 12:11 AM

3m will hold it if you prep it right, have to degrease/remove wax with dawn, wipe down with alcohol, apply tape to hot surface, a lot of pressure, leave in sun.

betalink is more permanent and can be messy if you don't watch what you are doing. comes with a cleaner/remover.

bsamoul · 05-11-2010, 12:12 AM

shoulda done m3 spoiler lip

m3pare · 05-11-2010, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by mike3000fl

3m will hold it if you prep it right, have to degrease/remove wax with dawn, wipe down with alcohol, apply tape to hot surface, a lot of pressure, leave in sun.

betalink is more permanent and can be messy if you don't watch what you are doing. comes with a cleaner/remover.

+1 double sided tape is all you need. just make sure you prep and apply correctly.

Quasimodem · 05-11-2010, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by kpl

I had it recommended to me to use M3 double sided tape to install the spoiler but my question there is about the spoiler flying off.

Never use M3 double-sided tape on a 330.

kpl · 05-11-2010, 11:51 AM

Explain?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quasimodem

Never use M3 double-sided tape on a 330.

jlfullmer · 05-11-2010, 11:56 AM

Its 3M tape - not M3, which is obviously high performance tape!

Brey335i · 05-11-2010, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Quasimodem

Never use M3 double-sided tape on a 330.

E92-Lighting · 05-11-2010, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by josephbryan

+1 double sided tape is all you need. just make sure you prep and apply correctly.

no need for betalink, it will be too difficult to take off later

05-10-2010, 10:06 PM	#1
kpl Second Lieutenant Drives: Black Sapphirre 06 330xi Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Warren NJ Posts: 257 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330xi [0.00]	OEM Spoiler Hey I just bought a OEM Spoiler for my E90 and I'm not exactly sure how to install it. When I opened up the box I notice that there are screw holes underneath the spoiler, so does that mean I am to drill into my car to install the part? I had it recommended to me to use M3 double sided tape to install the spoiler but my question there is about the spoiler flying off. I feel that the tape wouldn't been strong enough to hold the spoiler once the car reaches a certain speed or after "X" amount of time. I also heard that some shops have this special types of glue they can use to hold the spoiler in place. Feedback? Thanks
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mike3000fl Eleven Bravo Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: ft bragg Posts: 1,801 iTrader: (0)	3m will hold it if you prep it right, have to degrease/remove wax with dawn, wipe down with alcohol, apply tape to hot surface, a lot of pressure, leave in sun. betalink is more permanent and can be messy if you don't watch what you are doing. comes with a cleaner/remover. __________________ 2006 330i - Jet Black - 19" E46 M3 wheels - HR Sport - 158,000 Miles...

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