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02-11-2013, 05:01 PM
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Hatch Spoiler Question
quick question for you guys/gals...
don't care one bit about the aero benefits (if any at all) about the rear spoiler... but am curious about whether or not it prevents a lot of dirt/water/muck getting stuck and drying up the back window while cruising at highway speeds/around town. just seems like my back window never stays clean after it rains or snows. |
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02-11-2013, 05:11 PM
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It actually does help some. I use my wiper much less now than before, but still have it installed.
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02-12-2013, 08:59 AM
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I took the suggestion one member made and put Rain X on the back window and it really helps keep it clear.
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02-27-2013, 06:27 PM
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I installed a rear spoiler and decided it was a mistake. It's hard to clean under there when road spray gets on it and the glass directly under the spoiler. Forget an automatic car wash getting that area clean, it ain't happening. I really like the idea of rainx tho.
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03-01-2013, 05:16 PM
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Really~? You think the factory spoiler is a mistake? I have a new Crimson mica and have been seriously considering shelling out the $300 for the spoiler - like the way it looks and hoped it would keep the rear cleaner. Not a good idea? Comments?
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03-02-2013, 10:14 AM
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Thanks for the info--- I'd guessed it didn't help much. But, even more impressed with your spelling of 'negligible' and 'aesthetic'. Still, I think I'd like to put one up there - as soon as I can get up the nerve to drill into this nice, new Scion!
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03-06-2013, 11:28 PM
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dont drill it, just use the 3m tape. I have a gen1 and the spoiler has been 3m taped for 15,000 miles, it aint going nowhere.
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03-06-2013, 11:47 PM
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The Gen 1 has a much larger surface area on the mounting area than the Gen 2.
I was planning to tape mine on, till I saw the actual piece and relatively small face" it has between the metal and spoiler. Mine has tape on it, along with 2 bolts.
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