Rear Spoiler Removal

ChrisSlicks · 05-11-2009, 11:08 PM

Perhaps the sport and non-sport have a different hatch? I don't see the bump across the back on mine hiding under the spoiler as shown on the silver one.

2theextreme · 05-12-2009, 01:49 AM

I think this link might answer the question about the rear spoiler and the brake light:

Nissan Spoilers - Nissan Car Spoiler 370Z, Altima, Maxima, Versa

If you scroll down about 1/4 of the page you'll see what I mean. It shows that the spoiler is available painted or unpainted and no light is included.

Also, they use the term "rear spoiler with integrated 3rd brake light" and the word "integrated" means: combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole. So wouldn't that mean the light is part of the trunk and the spoiler is a separate part making it appear to be one piece?

TacoZ · 05-12-2009, 02:33 AM

I didn't like the spoiler at first...but then I saw it in person and it flows very nicely with the car. Now there's no way I would get one without the spoiler.

However, if you factory ordered the car then maybe you can tell them that you want the sports package minus the rear spoiler. I'm sure they can do something for you if it's factory ordered from japan.

ChrisSlicks · 05-12-2009, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2theextreme

Also, they use the term "rear spoiler with integrated 3rd brake light" and the word "integrated" means: combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole. So wouldn't that mean the light is part of the trunk and the spoiler is a separate part making it appear to be one piece?

By literal definition it would mean the that spoiler includes the 3rd brake light, and that it is not a separate piece. I'm going to go take a close up look at mine right now - but I'm not taking it apart

SoCal 370Z · 05-12-2009, 11:53 AM

The factory spoiler does NOT include the third brake light—it is designed to flow around it and make use of the standard third brake light on all 370Zs.

ChrisSlicks · 05-12-2009, 11:56 AM

Yep, SoCal is right - I just looked at it up close.

If I looked at the diagram in the second post it should have been obvious.

2theextreme · 05-12-2009, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2theextreme

If you look at the first diagram posted by SoCal you can see the way the spoiler curves on the left and right side near the center so it just "sits" over the 3rd light. It doesn't appear be attached to the spoiler.

Just like I said earlier.

toasterflyer · 05-22-2009, 05:57 PM

I totally agree I love the look of the car with out the rear spoiler and I even asked the dealer if I could just order a hatch without the spoiler and have them swap it. But I'm sure the cost of a whole hatch would be a couple
grand. lol

Rich
ny

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Originally Posted by newman039

I know there have been posts regarding the rear spoiler removal however, I do not see anyone who has actually attempted it. I really want all the other features of the sports package but dislike the look of the rear spoiler.

Has anyone successfully taken off the rear spoiler either by themselves or with professional assistance?

If so, how labor intensive was it ? How much touch up work was required and were there holes to fill up ?

jb370z · 04-05-2010, 02:50 PM

hey everyone... i'm new here. i bought a rear spoiler for my base 370 z from e-bay (a girl had her replaced with a nismo kit) thinking i got a good deal since i got it for a lot cheaper... until i went to a local body shop to find out the grommets to attach it is missing, tried to contact the seller but that's history. anyways, just seeing if anybody can help me with this, like any other means of installing it - adhesive only, or somewhere to buy the kit. thanks.....

05-12-2009, 01:49 AM	#17 (permalink)
2theextreme RIP Tony :( (1969-2015) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 18,802 Drives: '14 Mustang GT/CS Rep Power: 67	I think this link might answer the question about the rear spoiler and the brake light: Nissan Spoilers - Nissan Car Spoiler 370Z, Altima, Maxima, Versa If you scroll down about 1/4 of the page you'll see what I mean. It shows that the spoiler is available painted or unpainted and no light is included. Also, they use the term "rear spoiler with integrated 3rd brake light" and the word "integrated" means: combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole. So wouldn't that mean the light is part of the trunk and the spoiler is a separate part making it appear to be one piece? Last edited by 2theextreme; 05-12-2009 at 02:01 AM.

05-12-2009, 11:53 AM	#20 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	The factory spoiler does NOT include the third brake light—it is designed to flow around it and make use of the standard third brake light on all 370Zs. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

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ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	Perhaps the sport and non-sport have a different hatch? I don't see the bump across the back on mine hiding under the spoiler as shown on the silver one.

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TacoZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 319 Drives: 09 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 16	I didn't like the spoiler at first...but then I saw it in person and it flows very nicely with the car. Now there's no way I would get one without the spoiler. However, if you factory ordered the car then maybe you can tell them that you want the sports package minus the rear spoiler. I'm sure they can do something for you if it's factory ordered from japan.

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04-05-2010, 02:50 PM	#24 (permalink)
jb370z Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3 Drives: nissan 370z 2009 AT Rep Power: 15	hey everyone... i'm new here. i bought a rear spoiler for my base 370 z from e-bay (a girl had her replaced with a nismo kit) thinking i got a good deal since i got it for a lot cheaper... until i went to a local body shop to find out the grommets to attach it is missing, tried to contact the seller but that's history. anyways, just seeing if anybody can help me with this, like any other means of installing it - adhesive only, or somewhere to buy the kit. thanks.....