To Spoiler or Not To Spoiler

[rainforest]

I have ordered the Performance Plus with center cut in gloss from RPM. I was strongly considering the Razzo style because of the edge-to-edge coverage, but I think it would be too heavy for the back of the car the more I looked at pictures and video. RPM seems to sell the fact these performance versions fit better so I waited until they became available with the cutout center, I like that look.

I also think prep is a huge part of the stick down. I have a similar spoiler on my S2000 and I have had zero issues with it detaching. A friend who has the same lost it on a drive. The difference? I prepped the area really well. The attachment area needs to be free of oils. So multiple IPA wipe downs then buffing with a MF towel to remove residuals. Repeat a few times. Dry fit the spoiler and tape/mark where it sits the best. Then warming the area and the spoiler itself to at least 80deg F. Apply an adhesion promoter to JUST area the spoiler will cover. Let that set-up then rewarm the trunk and apply the spoiler using your marks. Keep pressure on it into the trunk for several minutes. If you have someone else to help, have them tape it down to help pull it into the trunk. Then LEAVE IT ALONE for the night.

All that said, I'll likely get the spoiler before I get the car at this point.. EDD is Sept right now...

I just ordered this spoiler. Did the ends fit well and stay down?

 

[Schulz1983]

I just ordered this spoiler. Do the ends stick down?

They stuck down but be careful to place it along the crease. When I installed mine I was up a little so the ends didn’t quite meet the body perfectly. Each end was sticking up maybe 1/16” but nothing bad. I was worrying about it coming up, but to ensure it stayed down I took some RTV silicone, a small needle, and injected some into each end. Since the silicone is black it molds right in with the spoiler. I guarantee it isn’t coming up. Had I put the spoiler a little lower and in line with the crease, I think it would’ve been fine.

 

[rainforest]

They stuck down but be careful to place it along the crease. When I installed mine I was up a little so the ends didn’t quite meet the body perfectly. Each end was sticking up maybe 1/16” but nothing bad. I was worrying about it coming up, but to ensure it stayed down I took some RTV silicone, a small needle, and injected some into each end. Since the silicone is black it molds right in with the spoiler. I guarantee it isn’t coming up. Had I put the spoiler a little lower and in line with the crease, I think it would’ve been fine.

Ah thank you for the tip. RPM's performance plus V style is out of stock right now. Just waiting for the shipment.

 

[USC-Hawk]

According to RPM, they expect the next batch of Razzo matte any day. It’s only been almost two months
Will post as soon as it is installed. I currently have the RPM version of the OEM spoiler, so I was not in a huge rush.

Still waiting. Maybe this week

 

[Schulz1983]

Ah thank you for the tip. RPM's performance plus V style is out of stock right now. Just waiting for the shipment.

I have the non V. Just finished ceramic coating it today. Wow the matte Carbon sure pops when it is ceramic coated.

 

[Schulz1983]

Ah thank you for the tip. RPM's performance plus V style is out of stock right now. Just waiting for the shipment.

This is the matte Carbon with Ceramic coating. Just finished coating the whole vehicle today.

 

[Marving11]

Tried to read thru this thread to see if anyone with put a spoiler over PPF (STek Dynomatt). Im wondering how the spoilers adhesive will do on it and if it’s even worth trying. Seeing mixed results in other threads.

 

[Schulz1983]

Tried to read thru this thread to see if anyone with put a spoiler over PPF (STek Dynomatt). Im wondering how the spoilers adhesive will do on it and if it’s even worth trying. Seeing mixed results in other threads.

The pics above are the spoiler on XPEL Stealth. No issues with adhesion. Just want to put it on before any ceramic coats.

 

[USC-Hawk]

After almost three months, RPM finally received their matte Razzo spoliers in and I had them replace the OEM equivalent with the new one. I am letting the adhesion process work thorugh and will need to give it a good wash before I send pictures out. So far, very happy with the blend of a front and rear spoiler.

 

[SDM44]

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This is the matte Carbon with Ceramic coating. Just finished coating the whole vehicle today.

Can you take pictures of your RPM Perf Plus spoiler further away so I can see how it look on the car from a slightly distance? Just curious to see how it looks on the rear hatch compared to the oem factory Perf spoiler.

Also, nothing against your badging choice, but IMO it looks pretty busy there with both the T emblem and the Tesla emblem. I'm sure it also looks busy because the Perf Plus spoiler is much bigger and covers a lot more area on the white hatch lid, so it stands out a lot more with the badges.

 

[Schulz1983]

Can you take pictures of your RPM Perf Plus spoiler further away so I can see how it look on the car from a slightly distance? Just curious to see how it looks on the rear hatch compared to the oem factory Perf spoiler.

Also, nothing against your badging choice, but IMO it looks pretty busy there with both the T emblem and the Tesla emblem. I'm sure it also looks busy because the Perf Plus spoiler is much bigger and covers a lot more area on the white hatch lid, so it stands out a lot more with the badges.

I will have to get pictures of it. The badging choice wasn’t mine lol. The fiancé wanted the T badge and I wanted the lettering. Agreed to the lettering but wasn’t willing to take the T off. You win some you lose some. It has grown on me. Will get pics tomorrow though as it is already in the garage.

 

[USC-Hawk]

Finally. Have been waiting almost three months. Replaced RPM (OEM equivalent) spoiler with their matte Razzo. After 20+ mods, I’m taking a break (yeah, right),
Happy with the look.

 

[Schulz1983]

Finally. Have been waiting almost three months. Replaced RPM (OEM equivalent) spoiler with their matte Razzo. After 20+ mods, I’m taking a break (yeah, right),
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What do your brake calipers say?

 

[USC-Hawk]

What do your brake calipers say?

Go Hawks!

 

[whisperingshad]

I am waiting for a more crazy aggressive one, though not a bolt on like the unplugged one l, they are ridic on that price too.

 

[rainforest]

Does anyone know if adhesive promoter will damage my PPF when installing my spoiler?

 

[John S1003]

Does anyone know if adhesive promoter will damage my PPF when installing my spoiler?

it's more like a layer add on your car, nth acid in the adhesive promoter

 

[Schulz1983]

Does anyone know if adhesive promoter will damage my PPF when installing my spoiler?

No it will not although I thought it was messy to work with. I ended up not using it the 2nd go around. I used clay bar to clean the entire area and wiped it down with chemical guys prep cleaner. I had no issues with adhesion.

 

[TomServo]

I have been looking at the bigger RPM spoilers but I don’t want to decrease my high speed efficiency. Has anyone been able to determine how these spoilers impact range at highway speeds?

 

[Schulz1983]

I have been looking at the bigger RPM spoilers but I don’t want to decrease my high speed efficiency. Has anyone been able to determine how these spoilers impact range at highway speeds?

Spoilers seem to help efficiently not decrease it. I’ve noticed a slight wh decrease since installing mine. It isn’t anything earth shattering but it hasn’t increased. If anything the spoiler has actually helped the rear of the car feel more planted on the interstate.