I know the roof spoiler or roof wing isnt popular with you guys, but I did a trial fitting of a Mazda 3 trunk spoiler as a roof spoiler. It didnt quite fit, but the pics show what a roof spoiuler would look like on 6th gen maximas. I loved it, and so did the guy helping me hold it in place for pics.

Here are some pics:





Tell me what you think?

 

IMO id have to say either or, not both spoilers. it might go well with the lip spoiler though, but i would have to see it.

 

How did you come up with this idea? And from the pics....the Mazda3 has one SMALL trunk ....but it doesn't look bad, maybe a little less height?

 

I don't think it works , but it is your ride!

 

wow....its your ride go for it

 

It realistically would be lower becuase the Mazda3 spoiler has 1" bolts at the base and those would be sheared off so it sets flush against the glass. So it would be an inch lower and would look a bit sleeker.

 

I don't think it looks that bad. Maybe a little lower and not sure if both spoilers is over kill. I'm definatly interested in a rear window spoiler, tho i'd prefer it closer to the sarona one.

 

the subaru wrx has them, thats where he got it..

 

How would you get it to mount up?

 

how did i know it was you that posted this thread.

actually i don't think it looks that bad.

 

Well herein lies the problem. Ill post two pics that show the problem.




You can see that the spoiler base is angled inward from front to back and the window is angled outward from top to bottom. Also, the spoiler is about 1 1/2 inches too wide at the top. The solution is uncertain, but if it were possible to trim the outside corner to match the angle of the Maxima window, the spoiler would look fabulous as it would also set down another inch, as stated earlier. I am going to try to contact several spouiler manufacturers to see if it can be easily done. If that doesnt work, I may just figure it out myself.

Cost: The painted spoiler at the dealer cost $400, typical stealership price. A replica at spoilerdepot.com can be had for $100 unpainted or about $180 painted. If there was an easy way to trim the corner, patch it, smooth it out, and paint it, that would be ideal.

 

Again, HOW do you plan to mount it? Also I think it looks hot as hell.

 

I would mount the spoiler flush with the glass using either glue (I use this term loosely) or double-sided tape. There is special glue for this used by Hamann, AC Schnitzer, Lorinser and other manufacturers of roof spoilers. Also double-sided tape by 3M is also adequate. There is planty of area at the base for it to adhere to the glass without danger of flying off.

 

that'l definitely give you a good 20hp right there. you're gunna feel that kick @ the top end most def.

 

i wanst a fan of the wrx real spoiler pics that were posted not long ago...but that with your setup doent look bad at all...

 

Get the unfinished one and with a little cutting and sanding to get the right fit, then after the paint and glue you have a new mod. Just do it already....


PS
A little OT
Deus, where are the pics of your non leather steering wheel?

 

It looks good. A little cut, fill, and sand on an unpainted spoiler should work. It's the mounting part that'll be tough, even w/ HD glue and tape. If you make it flatter, more contour to the roof line; it should mount more secure.

 

I like this one more than the WRX spoiler concept you had before deus!! go for it!!

 

Deus, I think it looks a lot better than the WRX roof spoiler you posted not too long ago. I think it goes well with your theme. If you had this roof spoiler and oem lip spoiler i think it would look imbalanced. I think this looks good with the wrx spoiler you have now.

I say go for it.

 

I like how it looks Dues, but all alone. That combination with the WRX spoiler doesn't do it for me. Our cars have BIG rearends, and by making it more crowded, it would look like you're pulling 1,000 pounds on the back of the car... If it was my decision to make, I would put the roof spoiler and take your trunk spoiler out.... And maybe look for something on the hood. That would balance the whole apperance better....

 

+1. The trunk spoiler just doesn't look right.

 

Deus, I'm mixed on this one...

 

I like it with the trunk spoiler, go for it!

 

I thing that it looks good.

 

Now all it needs is a sprint car spoiler up on the hood to complete the spoiler theme.

 

Well I did see a car with a windshield spoiler, but Im stopping with the roof spoiler

 

Like the Lambo Countach?

 

Still not feeling it "too busy" in the back - kind of like a mullet LOL!

You know I still respect ya though Dues

 

LOL, I know ya do!! By the way, Andy mentioned that u guys know each other.

 

Dues - Yeah Andy has been sponsoring my car with overlays for a while. He's a VERY nice guy. Hope you got the brake light tint on OK - I know its a tough install.

 

on the hood like this...



and this is what I call a roof spoiler, go for broke!

 

Great idea!!! Ill get right on it.

 

I havent gotten the tint on, no one will do it

 

I ordered the Mazda3 spoiler - unpainted. That way I can cut, grind and glue and sand and then have it fit nice. Ill keep you posted when I get it. Of course, pics will abound, lol.

 

Pardon my Noobieness, won't there be alot of downforce on that wing? I know its better for handling, but if you just, 'glue' it on, won't it come flying off at 100 mph?

 

I understand the glue that bonds the spoiler to the glass is epoxy of some sort. I have to do more research into the glue, but the hamann spoiler of the bmw's have no problems.

 

i dont think it is for all of us.

 

dues if it helps any i had my sarona window spoiler urethained on.

it deff wont come off.

 

Im not sure if the sarona spoiler attaches to the window or the body. I'm also not sure what urathaning is. I do know that the Hamann spoiler attaches to the BMWs with an epoxy-like product to bind ABS plastic to glass. I plan to trim the spoiler in such a way that ir will bind to the rise of the body which it right next to the glass. The back window is recessed. i expect the spoiler to come in next week. ill take pics of the whole process of course.

 

Spoiler is in baby!! Now I have to get to work and modify it to fit into the window slot. Im also gonna need to shape the base to fit the window curve so it sits flush.

Any suggestions on working with ABS plastic?