can this be fixed?

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  1. spork1o1

    spork1o1 Member

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    can this be fixed?

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    scooper77515 No current projects.

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    fiberglass it.

    It appears that you broke off one of the mounting tabs on your rear spoiler...is that what is in the picture?

    try to fiberglass or epoxy it back on, or, for a more permanent fix, fiberglass the entire thing to the trunk for a no-line look (that is what I will do before I paint).

    Also, there is one for sale on ebay right now...
     
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    yes it is my rear spoiler, it was loose on one end so I took it off. luckly the stud and boss was in the trunck in a bag with the retaining cup and nut.
     
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    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    I would use some JB Weld on it before fiber glass. Much stronger for a fix like that.
     
  5. Jamie Miles

    Jamie Miles the road warrior

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    It's junk. I think you should send it to me for proper disposal.. :D
     
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    No, no, I can take care of the disposal of that.:tiphat:
     
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    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    See how helpful this board is?? :hmmm:
     
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    may have the fix

    I think what I will do is remove the stud from the boss. then use the boss as a guide to drill a hole in the main part of the spoiler. Then use a press in threaded sleave in the main part of the spoiler. I will take lots of pics as it' getting done.
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    i wouldn't, just my :2cents: . i would "glue" as suggested. if not made "perfect" it will be ...high/low......frank...:bouncy:
     
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    I think that when its done you won't be able to tell it was fixed. It will mount just like it originaly did.
     

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