I have a carbon blade to replace my standard one with (rev 5) there are 2 ordinary bolts plus one which looks looks it needs a special tool to get it off there is also a warning sticker saying that if this is removed the spoiler could be damaged? has anyone replaced this spoiler and could you shed some light on what i need to do to get this bolt out http://s18.photobucket.com/albums/b117/ ... =photo.jpg
rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
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rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
I replaced mine, just trie harder to get the bolt out..
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
what did you use to remove it because it doesn't have a standard bolt head???
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
I know. Push really hard on the bolt and try to turn it anti clockwise.
Or try pliers.
Or try pliers.
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
ok i will give it a go
also do you know why there is a warning sticker saying do not unscrew the rear bolts otherwise the spoiler will be damaged???
also do you know why there is a warning sticker saying do not unscrew the rear bolts otherwise the spoiler will be damaged???
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I think it is because there is a change you bend the two end sides to far from eachother.
Tip: when you got one bolt out, support that side underneath with something.
Tip: when you got one bolt out, support that side underneath with something.
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
success wow came off really easy looks really good i noticed that the original had a thin gasket between the edge of the blade and the spoiler did you use anything or just fit it without? i think some thin rubber might do the job just to seal the small gap
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Ok, I am glad I could have helped you out.
Can't you use the original rubber?
PICS!!
Can't you use the original rubber?
PICS!!
Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
Just a flathead screw driver to remove I think. I presume the sticker is an obvious statement as the blade will fall out if the bolts aren't there!
You should be able to buy the thin foam pads from Toyota if you really feel you need them..
You should be able to buy the thin foam pads from Toyota if you really feel you need them..
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
Thanks i will try mr t for the foam/rubber pads if i cant get them i should be able to make some. The original ones are really thin but i can get away without any. I will post some pics up tomorrow i would like some carbon fiber covers to replace the end covers too.. Better start looking
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement
sorry about the crap quality of the photo
thanks for the info on the end pieces will contact him today
thanks for the info on the end pieces will contact him today
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Nice! Great update!
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sticky foam pads ? number plate sticky strips any good.just a thought
looks nice mate
looks nice mate
car now sold
most parts off gts chris
most parts off gts chris