wewsupra Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 I have just had my car resprayed, but i left the spolier of as i was undecided what colour to do the spolier, I have now done the spolier the same colour as the car (standard spolier) and i was wondering what tape i should use to stick it back down ,as befor i had big black patches of black tape on before can i use normal double sided tape (as spolier is bolted down as well) or is there a special name for the tape im after Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aman00123 Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 I thought the spoiler was just bolted down, i.e. no tape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish_Al Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 I thought the spoiler was just bolted down, i.e. no tape Took mine off before and it has a black foam tape holding it down as well as bolts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wewsupra Posted July 31, 2011 Author Share Posted July 31, 2011 Took mine off before and it has a black foam tape holding it down as well as bolts. yes mine had the same , i wanted to no what that was black foam was called lol as i need to buy some more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safcdixon Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 i think put either tape or a bead of silicone on too stop water either being trapped under the spoiler or making its way into the boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 Use Tiger Seal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Budz86 Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 Would the foam not be to stop vibrations making it rattle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evinX Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 bolts are enough, they keep the hole water tight, can put some pu sealant (tiger seal) around the holes if unsure...double sided tape :rofl: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 The black foam stuff is called 'trim tape', comes with green plastic backing that peels off. Stick like plop to a blanket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 Use Tiger Seal. Horrible stuff !! I would advise against it because if you ever need to take the spoiler off you will need a new spoiler and a new respray !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonc Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 (edited) I use these for trim tape if needed. http://www.tapes-direct.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=142&zenid=95hrdjde2nk7anetsho8coqal0 As SupraManUK said I would not recommend usign Tiger seal for this. It does have it's uses but not for this I would suggest. The spoiler is held in place with bolts and the tape is to keep it watertight. The bolts have been known the let water weep pass in the past Edited July 31, 2011 by jonc (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave finch Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Use Tiger Seal. +1 use abit of this then bolt it back on it will stop the water geting under the spoiler and rusting the boot or as my mate always does use no more nails lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 (edited) Horrible stuff !! I would advise against it because if you ever need to take the spoiler off you will need a new spoiler and a new respray !! Wise words, what do you need tiger seal for ? the bolts hold the wing to the tailgate. Just use 3M double side tape, the stuff you use to hold number plates on with to act as a seal against water and as a foam pad for the wing to sit on. Edited August 2, 2011 by Dnk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Wise words, what do you need tiger seal for ? the bolts hold the wing to the tailgate. Just use 3M double side tape, the stuff you use to hold number plates on with to act as a seal against water and as a foam pad for the wing to sit on. That's what I would do too, good bit of advice. +1 use abit of this then bolt it back on it will stop the water geting under the spoiler and rusting the boot or as my mate always does use no more nails lol oh dear ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave finch Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 hey its not me he fixes most problems with no more nails haha i wouldnt use any form of double sided tape the water will rot it away after a while if you use tiger seal or some sort of silicone stuff what ever it is if you change it then it doesnt matter you will have to re seal it any way and if you remove it then you will need to respray it after smoothing in the holes so why bother with silly tape? just use a proper sealent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 (edited) i wouldnt use any form of double sided tape the water will rot it away after a while if you use tiger seal or some sort of silicone stuff what ever it is if you change it then it doesnt matter you will have to re seal it any way and if you remove it then you will need to respray it after smoothing in the holes so why bother with silly tape? just use a proper sealent lol Try getting the wing off if you use tiger seal without damaging the paintwork on the tailgate ! Also i've had the 3m double sided tape under my wing for years and its not rotted away by water, even jetwashing hasn't caused it any problems ! What if your not filling the mounting holes and just fitting a differant wing ? ie Stock, TRD or Veilside etc, they all use the o/e holes ! Edited August 2, 2011 by Dnk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 lol Just nail it on with some 6" jobbies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 hey its not me he fixes most problems with no more nails haha i wouldnt use any form of double sided tape the water will rot it away after a while if you use tiger seal or some sort of silicone stuff what ever it is if you change it then it doesnt matter you will have to re seal it any way and if you remove it then you will need to respray it after smoothing in the holes so why bother with silly tape? just use a proper sealent If this was the case then why don't manufactures use sealant ? My spoiler has been on for nearly 16 years and the tape is still as good as it was when it was new ... What happens if he wants to change the spoiler not remove it? Maybe its just me but I would rather do a job properly than easily aka half arsed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Velcro it on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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