cruceno21 Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 My car (1975 280z) didn't have a spoiler and I heard spoilers help with the exhaust fumes leaking in. Not sure what I wanted to do but the BRE ones are just too aggressive for me. I had a friend who got one of those M3 style stick on spoilers and I thought I would give it a whirl. The part is really universal, but listed as for a 94-97 Accord because of the width. I couldn't find one as narrow as the hatch and I didn't want a long one I would have to cut into three pieces. I got the part and it has a slight curve to it but I am trying to slowly with some heat bend it straight. It is a stick on item, but it is solid plastic so if I like it, I will counter sink some holes and permanently mount it. I think I am just going to leave the ends hanging off. I will stick some felt bumpers under it so it doesn't scratch the quarter panels and leave it for now. I could if I really like it, cut off the ends and then stick them to the quarter panels. I blue taped it down when I got it to test fit it, what do you guys think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zmanco Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 A few things: - There are a variety of things that contribute to exhaust in the cabin including worn seals, poor hatch alignment, etc. If you haven't solved those, then I doubt this will help much. - Read the wind tunnel tests specifically looking at the tests with the rear spoiler. I think you'll find that the BRE does make a difference in terms of reducing lift, but it's small because the spoiler is small. A bigger spoiler is really required to make a significant difference. - The one you show is even smaller than the BRE so I'd expect it to have little impact on the airflow, and hence on fumes. - I've seen a small number of people post their experiences after adding a rear spoiler and I'd say the general consensus is that it doesn't make much difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruceno21 Posted May 31, 2010 Author Share Posted May 31, 2010 Yeah I know it won't make much if any aero difference. I figured for $25 it was worth a shot as I don't like the car without a spoiler, and I don't want something too big. I am still debating if I want to stick it on or not. I will leave it unpainted for now, no plans for paint until a year or two. Its mostly for looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOTHALOSISM Posted June 2, 2010 Share Posted June 2, 2010 I love the way the BRE one looks, just wish they were longer to go with the Wide body that people have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19762802+2 Posted June 2, 2010 Share Posted June 2, 2010 I love the way the BRE one looks, just wish they were longer to go with the Wide body that people have. Or for us 2+2 guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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