rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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aliendoughnut
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rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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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
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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I replaced mine, just trie harder to get the bolt out.. :thumleft:

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aliendoughnut
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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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

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I know. Push really hard on the bolt and try to turn it anti clockwise.

Or try pliers.
aliendoughnut
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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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???
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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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.
aliendoughnut
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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success :mrgreen: wow came off really easy looks really good :D 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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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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Ok, I am glad I could have helped you out.

Can't you use the original rubber?

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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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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! :lol:

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

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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

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Stop looking.. MR2eddy from Belgium sell those.. :thumleft:

I ordered them too.
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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sorry about the crap quality of the photo
thanks for the info on the end pieces will contact him today :thumleft:
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Nice! Great update!
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Re: rev 5 spoiler blade replacement

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sticky foam pads ? number plate sticky strips any good.just a thought
looks nice mate
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most parts off gts chris
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