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Old 03-31-2015, 04:44 AM
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looking at a 991 with a ducktail. I like everything about the car except the ducktail. can I switch it for a standard spoiler that comes up at speed? cost?

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Whatcha got a beef with the duck for??


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I would kill for a ducktail! Comon porsche make one for the targa!
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Yes, you can.
There were a few on Ebay last time I looked, $600-1000.
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Listen to Aunt Esther -- stick with the duck!
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Originally Posted by jbdmd
looking at a 991 with a ducktail. I like everything about the car except the ducktail. can I switch it for a standard spoiler that comes up at speed? cost? thanks doc jay

Short answer yes!!

You can find used spoilers. Around $500

Add paint, install, new interior switch control module, dealer programming, etc..

Reassignment surgery you're in for about 2K
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Originally Posted by NoGaBiker
Listen to Aunt Esther -- stick with the duck!
Aunt Esther ain't no fool!
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I'll trade ya! My stock spoiler for your ducktail...
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I realize its likely considered heresy here, but I agree with the OP - I'm not a fan of the ducktail either. But hey, that's why Porsche offers a bazillion options and styles...

To the OP, consider making the swap but don't bother with all the electronics, switches and actuators. You'll never see the spoiler activated anyway, and unless you're driving at 9/10 on the track, you won't notice a difference...

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The rear spoiler is necessary to function for downforce. It automatically goes up at around 50/60 mph?? Around there. I have the duck and not sure.

Plus if anyone is putting on a duck, Porsche recommends the Sport Design front bumper with it for front aerodynamics. There's a lot of variables here at play.

Having all the electronics working and correct is good for you, your car, and at resale.
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Originally Posted by STG991
haha!!! Man, I missed this forum.

Thanks for the help gents

doc jay
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Originally Posted by STG991
The rear spoiler is necessary to function for downforce. It automatically goes up at around 50/60 mph?? Around there. I have the duck and not sure.

Plus if anyone is putting on a duck, Porsche recommends the Sport Design front bumper with it for front aerodynamics. There's a lot of variables here at play.

Having all the electronics working and correct is good for you, your car, and at resale.
requires...
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Originally Posted by Larry Cable
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Originally Posted by STG991
The rear spoiler is necessary to function for downforce. It automatically goes up at around 50/60 mph?? Around there.
More like 72-74 mph. Then back down once below 55ish.

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