The above is obviously more time consuming but it is the correct way to repair a spoiler that uses 3M tape and I recommend this approach. 5hrs to obtain proper adhesion and should be fully cured after 24hrs.) I will now peel the remaining red liner off and then tighten the fasteners.Īfter tightening, firmly press down on the spoiler (on the tape area as best as you can) to help the 3M tape make contact onto the deck lid.Īfter you've installed the spoiler, do not go through a car wash or use a pressure washer for a min.24hours. This will allow you to adjust the spoiler on the deck lid if necessary. Then I’ll put the spoiler on (ensure that you have access to all red liner pull tabs at this time) and just start the fasteners (do not tighten). What I find works best with me is peeling back 2” from all cut ends creating a pull tab. Use some 50/50 water/alcohol and rub the surface until you hear that squeak sound (hence the term ‘squeaky clean’).ĭon’t completely peel off the red liner from the tape. You also need to make sure your deck lid is free from any grease/wax/grime/ etc.
After that's dried (should be a little shiny), apply 3M Tape #5344 and press firmly on tape to spoiler.įinally, when you go to install the spoiler onto the car, it is very important that the temperature is within this range (61☏-86☏ OR 16☌-31☌). Do not apply in any visible surface (in vehicle position).and I don’t recommend you touching this liquid with your bare hands.Ĥ. Apply Adhesion promoter 3M #6396 onto the tape land area ONLY (these come in small pouches like an alcohol swab, and you need to use latex gloves. (not the one you drink!!!) and let dry.ģ.
Clean tape land area on spoiler using MEK or alcohol. Clean off old tape from spoiler.and I really do mean completely remove everything (GooGone will be your best friend for this task).Ģ. Warm weather (61☏-86☏ OR 16☌-31☌) for proper tape adhesionġ. Old and clean blanket (to rest the spoiler up-side-down) Here's a procedure I normally use to apply tape to a plastic spoiler.you can try it if you'd like.Īdhesion promoter 3M #6396 sachet/swab.two will do You can use 3M 5344 1.5mm thick x 8.0mm or 12mm wide tape as the replacement.