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Old 05-25-2015, 02:14 PM
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So I have a 2001 C4 in seal grey. Been thinking about adding a very subtle rear wing spoiler, but just not sure if/which one. I've given some strong consideration to this one:

http://www.automotion.com/rear-spoil...1999-2004.html

Anyone with this one installed - can you post a pic (preferably on a seal grey car - LOL).

Any opinions otherwise?

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I'm also looking for a spoiler for my '03 Cab and can't seem to find one that doesn't require a new deck lid that looks right when the spoiler is not extended. The one you posted doesn't look right when the spoiler is retracted. Looks cool when extended. It mounts by double sided tape. I have a friend with one on his cab. He ended up having to attach with screws from underneath.

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And the purpose of the change? All spoilers are designed with a purpose. The one that comes stock on the car is all the spoiler you need for driving on public roads. Even taking your stock car on a race track will not need more spoiler. If it is just a cosmetic fix consider if it will have a negative effect on the handling. Traditionally more spoiler I the back required additional aero work at the front. Just doing half the job is not recommended.
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Originally Posted by johnireland
And the purpose of the change? All spoilers are designed with a purpose. The one that comes stock on the car is all the spoiler you need for driving on public roads. Even taking your stock car on a race track will not need more spoiler. If it is just a cosmetic fix consider if it will have a negative effect on the handling. Traditionally more spoiler I the back required additional aero work at the front. Just doing half the job is not recommended.
I have a GT3 Cup Splitter, does that count?


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Cars with wings are 89% more bitchin' than cars without wings. This is scientific fact.

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And the purpose of the change?
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Ya, like 5chn3LL said, it's all about the "bitchin'" - LOL.

Just lookin' for something to dress up the rear end... personalize the car a bit without making it look like a rice rocket.

I doubt something as subtle as the example I posted would have any impact on the driving dynamics, especially in the gridlock I have to deal with all the time.

I probably won't do anything, but if I see a nice subtle example, we shall see.
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Originally Posted by johnireland
And the purpose of the change? All spoilers are designed with a purpose. The one that comes stock on the car is all the spoiler you need for driving on public roads. Even taking your stock car on a race track will not need more spoiler. If it is just a cosmetic fix consider if it will have a negative effect on the handling. Traditionally more spoiler I the back required additional aero work at the front. Just doing half the job is not recommended.
There's no negative effect on basic street driving. What negative is he going to experience sitting in rush hour traffic? Running to the store for beer before the game?
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Careful when choosing your rear spoiler, the wrong size can over inflate ones self worth, the wrong choice can also lead to behaving ridiculously in front of colleagues with no sense of how moronic you appear.

If your even thinking about Lambo doors - head to your nearest chevy dealership and trade for a Camaro -
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^ And as always, exercise caution when accepting automotive guidance from anyone on the East Coast...



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Originally Posted by Dinicod
Any opinions otherwise?

Thanks


That one looks great! May have to get one for myself.
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Originally Posted by 5CHN3LL
^ And as always, exercise caution when accepting automotive guidance from anyone on the East Coast...



What up, son?
Why you fronting me, I don’t own none of that sh*t! Hey bro, trust me– you don’t wanna’ take it there.

Yo trippin.... buggin over spoiler text.. that was good advice... Why you acting like a thirstbucket... Na’ mean
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Originally Posted by 5CHN3LL
^ And as always, exercise caution when accepting automotive guidance from anyone on the East Coast...
Especially if it's from the Situation...LOL

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I'm kinda digg'n this whale tale myself. Anyone have experience with?




I believe it's made by FiberWerks



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