Rear Spoiler Spring
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Central Massachusetts
I am tempted to leave it alone given that my spoiler still functions just fine, but the thought of eliminating that loud rattle is pulling at me! I think I will be removing my spoiler this morning and dusting off the rivet tool that is sitting in my tool box! I will report back on the results.
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Central Massachusetts
I don't think I would say anything. Not that there's anything to hide. I mean, this fix is better than new and should be permanent. I did the new owner a favor, but I don't see it as a selling point as it may leave some buyers with doubts or questions.
Rennlist Member
Joined: May 2008
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From: Northern NJ
The part has been updated. Both of mine, 2012 C2S, were broken and one spring got twisted/bent beyond repair. old one was listed for $1560 at the discount dealers. New one $2700 discounted to ~$2300.
No old ones available.
I just ordered a new one. I hope the new ones are redesigned to be more robust. We will see. If not a “Macgyver” bracket is going on both sides.
No old ones available.
I just ordered a new one. I hope the new ones are redesigned to be more robust. We will see. If not a “Macgyver” bracket is going on both sides.
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Joined: Mar 2019
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The part has been updated. Both of mine, 2012 C2S, were broken and one spring got twisted/bent beyond repair. old one was listed for $1560 at the discount dealers. New one $2700 discounted to ~$2300.
No old ones available.
I just ordered a new one. I hope the new ones are redesigned to be more robust. We will see. If not a “Macgyver” bracket is going on both sides.
No old ones available.
I just ordered a new one. I hope the new ones are redesigned to be more robust. We will see. If not a “Macgyver” bracket is going on both sides.
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Joined: May 2008
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From: Northern NJ
The old part # 991 504 041 03
new as of 1/21 # 991 504 041 04
Also may need:
Part# 991-624-353-00 has been updated it is the Grommet that fastens the plastic Fan cover that has 3.4 or 3.8 printed on it to the body of the car The new number is 9P1-959-841.
Part# 958-110-673-00 fastens the fans to the fan cover.
new as of 1/21 # 991 504 041 04
Also may need:
Part# 991-624-353-00 has been updated it is the Grommet that fastens the plastic Fan cover that has 3.4 or 3.8 printed on it to the body of the car The new number is 9P1-959-841.
Part# 958-110-673-00 fastens the fans to the fan cover.
Last edited by fpb111; Jul 26, 2021 at 09:54 PM. Reason: correct grommet part #
Rennlist Member
Joined: Feb 2017
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From: South West
Thanks for the great information. If you have not yet installed the new part, could you please post pictures of the areas that usually break on the old version of the part? Trying to understand if the new version of the part has made the springs holders areas more robust or if they still as crappy as the old ones.
8th Gear
Joined: Jul 2021
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I have a 2015 Targa 4S with the same issue and the dealer told me it was the microswitch in the motor and replacement was $4200. The drivers side would not completely retract and then occasionally it would, only have 9K miles on the car. To me it sounds like something was binding and sometimes I could hear a snap when someone would hold the button to operate. Long story short the end of the coil spring was catching the lifting arm and binding it. For now I just rotated the spring and looking for an answer on what it does and where is the end suppose to be. I will also inform the dealer of there bad evaluation and see what they say.
8th Gear
Joined: Jul 2021
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Reading thru the post I now see the fix. I'm sure the fact my springs that flop around and I can easily rotate I need the repair. Better than the Chandler Porsche telling me $4200 for a bad motor that I don't need. The spoiler still works but does anyone know the purpose of the springs?
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Is there a way to view this spring region with the spoiler attached just to verify that all is well? Would a good thing to be able to assess prior to warranty expiration. Although extended warranty would cover that.
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Thanks. I’ll check. Maybe by MY19 they figured out the dispensing is lousy but probably not.