951Boost

Also, figured it might be good to put these up to make sure we are all on the same page.

This is the S2 (also euro '90+ 951) hoop spoiler:





This is the 968 spoiler:

Clark W

This is the money shot . . .



The location of the four tabs align with the screw holes in the old style hatches. You cut four rectangles out of bar stock and then drill and tap them so you can attach them to the hatch trim with screws basically replicating what you see in the photo. Note that they are threaded where they interface with the lower spoiler trim. That's why I went with 1/8" bar stock on the tabs I fab'd. However, looking at this photo I now understand why the lower trim gasket isn't sitting right. My brackets are flush with the rear hatch glass, these are actually above it. My spoiler trim is sitting about an 1/8" lower then it should which is causing the gasket to pucker. I'm going to have to shim them somehow to get them positioned like in the photo.

Mike Murcia

It sounds like you are close, Clark. Just give your tabs a little bend and you should have no problem with the 944 gasket. Mine fits fine.

2bridges

For refrence - the 968 factory assembly on 944 key clearance is aprox 1/8-1/16" to 3rd light

here is pic with key in tumbler. The key barely touches the 3rd light lense when putting into keyhole, but does not actually touch once in tumbler and turns without touching.

When setting your tab height that my be helpfull to you

RK951

Sorry for the delay in responding. I obtained the above mention gasket and have all the parts for a transplant on my hatch. I have both the S2 center trim piece and 968 version with brake light but will be using the former as my hatch already has the third brake light. I'm in the process of fabricating some metal tabs and hopefully will have them attached tommorow. I also used 1/8in thick, 3/4in wide stock bar metal and will be tapping them to match the 5mm screws used to attach the 944 spoiler. I'll try and take some pictures as it should make it easier for others. Special thanks to Sam, Mike and Clark. After obtaining all the parts and tools needed, the biggest hurdle thus far has been finding enough free time.

951Boost

Rick, no worries. I know what you mean by "the biggest hurdle thus far has been finding enough free time". I got a used spoiler & have had to sand it down to primer (3 non original coats) & rebuild/reinforce the forward mounting tabs. The pics would still be appreciated.

What happened to Mike Murcia's pic above? It was a good one, I was hoping to use it for reference.

Mike Murcia

Hey Lou. Sorry for the trouble. The server went down. I moved the picture and edited the post.

951Boost

Sweet, thanks Mike!