Removing RS Spolier

honus03 · 07-14-2018, 08:33 AM

I plan on changing out the tiny RS spoiler on my Camaro for the 1 piece RPI spoiler. I was wonder if any of my fellow owners have any advice or tips to make the spoiler removal process easier? I have watched Lethal's video of him removing the spoiler and looks like the hardest part is the 2 tabs. This is what worries me the most. Also does anyone who has installed the RPI spoiler have any installation tips.
Thanks

Glen e · 07-14-2018, 08:38 AM

Use fishing braid and break off the white center post tabs, And be patient, soak the whole thing with Googone for over an hour, keep putting googone on with the medicine dropper on the tape, go slow.

honus03 · 07-14-2018, 09:35 AM

How did you break off the white tabs?

Glen e · 07-14-2018, 09:36 AM

Use common sense.....With pliers......

honus03 · 07-14-2018, 09:44 AM

Lol. Just thought you had some magic trick to make it easier.

SS Life · 07-14-2018, 10:13 AM

hworth18 · 07-19-2018, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by honus03

I plan on changing out the tiny RS spoiler on my Camaro for the 1 piece RPI spoiler. I was wonder if any of my fellow owners have any advice or tips to make the spoiler removal process easier? I have watched Lethal's video of him removing the spoiler and looks like the hardest part is the 2 tabs. This is what worries me the most. Also does anyone who has installed the RPI spoiler have any installation tips.
Thanks

Make sure you get the spacing on the RPI spoiler right or it'll rub against the paint when the trunk is opened and shut.

honus03 · 07-20-2018, 01:08 PM

Thanks for the heads up. Do you have any advice?

hworth18 · 07-20-2018, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by honus03

Thanks for the heads up. Do you have any advice?

Have you already purchased the spoiler?

honus03 · 07-20-2018, 04:31 PM

Yes. I have already ordered it. There was an issue with the first one they sent me so they are sending me a replacement.

hworth18 · 07-20-2018, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by honus03

Yes. I have already ordered it. There was an issue with the first one they sent me so they are sending me a replacement.

Make sure you check the fit. You may have to remove some material from the underside"wings" to assure that the spoiler doesn't rub against the fenders when the trunk is open and shut or just from vibration. Also, recheck the mounting nuts and make sure they are tight.

honus03 · 07-20-2018, 05:37 PM

Thanks for the advice. I will be sure to check to make sure to take your advice. Last thing I want is some rubbing or it to go flying off while I am driving down the road.

mark307 · 07-20-2018, 10:24 PM

I installed the RPI spoiler a month ago.
To separate the spoiler from the trunk I used fishing line with key-chain rings tied on each end, this way you have a better grip and control of the line when separating the tape from the trunk.
The screws on my spoiler were not installed on the spoiler. I used a little epoxy and screwed them into the spoiler to ensure they would not come off.
I lined the front of the spoiler with double stick tape to prevent any air gaps that could cause the spoiler to lift and create outies on the trunk. Be sure to cover up any unused holes.
The included template sucked. Its hand drawn on craft paper and you need to cut it out with scissors.
I have an SS so I am not certain if the holes line up on a RS.
Good luck with the install.

honus03 · 07-21-2018, 01:30 PM

Thanks for the suggestions. I found it kinda dumb that the screws werent installed when I first got the spoiler. Which end did you screw in the long end or the short end?

07-14-2018, 08:33 AM	#1
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	Removing RS Spolier I plan on changing out the tiny RS spoiler on my Camaro for the 1 piece RPI spoiler. I was wonder if any of my fellow owners have any advice or tips to make the spoiler removal process easier? I have watched Lethal's video of him removing the spoiler and looks like the hardest part is the 2 tabs. This is what worries me the most. Also does anyone who has installed the RPI spoiler have any installation tips. Thanks

07-14-2018, 08:38 AM	#2
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	Use fishing braid and break off the white center post tabs, And be patient, soak the whole thing with Googone for over an hour, keep putting googone on with the medicine dropper on the tape, go slow. __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

07-14-2018, 09:36 AM	#4
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	Use common sense.....With pliers...... __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

07-14-2018, 09:35 AM	#3
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	How did you break off the white tabs?

07-14-2018, 09:44 AM	#5
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	Lol. Just thought you had some magic trick to make it easier.

07-20-2018, 01:08 PM	#8
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	Thanks for the heads up. Do you have any advice?

07-20-2018, 04:31 PM	#10
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	Yes. I have already ordered it. There was an issue with the first one they sent me so they are sending me a replacement.

07-20-2018, 05:37 PM	#12
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	Thanks for the advice. I will be sure to check to make sure to take your advice. Last thing I want is some rubbing or it to go flying off while I am driving down the road.

07-20-2018, 10:24 PM	#13
mark307 Drives: 2016 Silver Camaro 1SS Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 86 View My Garage	I installed the RPI spoiler a month ago. To separate the spoiler from the trunk I used fishing line with key-chain rings tied on each end, this way you have a better grip and control of the line when separating the tape from the trunk. The screws on my spoiler were not installed on the spoiler. I used a little epoxy and screwed them into the spoiler to ensure they would not come off. I lined the front of the spoiler with double stick tape to prevent any air gaps that could cause the spoiler to lift and create outies on the trunk. Be sure to cover up any unused holes. The included template sucked. Its hand drawn on craft paper and you need to cut it out with scissors. I have an SS so I am not certain if the holes line up on a RS. Good luck with the install.

07-21-2018, 01:30 PM	#14
honus03 Drives: 1979 Camaro. 2016 2LT/RS V6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Louisiana Posts: 43	Thanks for the suggestions. I found it kinda dumb that the screws werent installed when I first got the spoiler. Which end did you screw in the long end or the short end?

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