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Old 05-03-2010, 10:54 AM
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I think those whaletail spoilers look the part on a Coupe. The shape fits just right with the lines of the car. If I would have a Coup no doubt would have a whaletail... Not so sure about the spoiler on a Cab though. I tend to think I go spoiler-less. Can you post some pics of Cab's with a whaletail or other rear spoiler to help me with my decision.
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Here are a few from my car. I have since sold the tail, but I liked the look.

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Arena 993,
Your cab looks fantastic!
The tail fits with the more agressive color, Ruf wheels and Turbo front of your car. It's a big wing so for the tiny cab... Why did you decide to go without the tail?
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beautiful car
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Originally Posted by ToniPalermo
Arena 993,
Your cab looks fantastic!
The tail fits with the more agressive color, Ruf wheels and Turbo front of your car. It's a big wing so for the tiny cab... Why did you decide to go without the tail?
I had done 2 cars previously (Fly Yellow and Black) just like the Rivi blue one in the pics. It was just about change and nothing else. I like both looks equally. Most people seemed to like the tail on option better. I believe you are correct, color, TT nose, side skirts, calipers, sport seats and wheels bring the look together better. If it were a stock body I would say the tail would be too much. One benefit of the "no tail" approach is you see the hips of the car better, but that's it.

Mike

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beautiful car
Thank you sir.

Mike
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Man, wish my car had that shine
Anyway where do you source the side panel/rockers?

Regards Rich
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Aerokit 1B Sideskirts were aquired from Gert.

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Another option to think about...

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^^^^^ Nice touch with the RS styling. Love the color.

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Mike,

Did you move? I thought you were in Louisville.

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I was and wife took a job here in the Nashville area so we moved. I live just South of Nashville in Franklin. Very nice town. Now flooded with the 15" of rain we got Sat and Sun.

Mike
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I think I misunderstood whale tail and cab...
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Rick,

RS wing looks great on your cab. It's not that massive a piece and goes well with the small car. Where can one get a RS wing that is well made, lasting and reasonably priced?
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Old pic from previous owner (Ron). I put the original decklid back on for a change, but will probably be going back to the turbo tale. I was surprised at how much heavier the stock decklid is that the wing due to the spoiler motors. In person, I found that it isn't as big as it looks in pictures. Also, the engine runs a bit cooler with the wing due to the extra volume in the compartment.
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