pinebaron

Never mind. One frame is going back to the dealer this Thursday. Visualized the look with the new stainless steel frame and did not like it; seemed to interfere with the looks of the grill.

Shake

This is where I got mine already painted, but for the C of course.

http://formymercedes.com/mb_results....ry=Lip+Spoiler

BTW, do NOT listen to the instalation tip. Trust me on that one.

pinebaron

Its ordered now from MB and I am pleased with the decision though it cost almost twice as much.

Installation tip: How did you install it? Barry suggested using mix of dishwashing liquid and water to assist during the installation process.

Shake

I sprayed a lil windex + water to keep it damp and it was a HORRIBLE idea. It was wet and took over 3 hours just to dry which was wayyy to long. The end doesn't stick down all the way because of that. I highly recommend that you just make sure you line it up perfectly and then just stick it on dry. That should stick on stronger. Make sure you stick it on perfectly as it is kinda tough to remove once it is stuck on.

E500Newbee

I suggested the mix of dishwashing liquid and water and using a blow dryer. For a proper fit, have a helper on hand. You'll see when the helper will be handy.

By the way, I just got my car back today. Just finished installed the front grill and the flat hood emblem. It was too dark to take the lip spoiler, I'll take it tomorrow. Here is an attachment of my car for now...

Oh Vim, post a before and after of your car ok. I'll get my up asap. Tell me what you guys think of the attached pictures.

Phi

E500Newbee

Vim,

Here is my lip spoiler...

pinebaron

We should be able to compare the two when mine arrives at the dealer and I or the dealer installs it; I will take similar pictures. My "before" pictures are available in an earlier post in this thread.

pinebaron

The spoiler arrived today and I asked the dealer to install it. When he checked with his guys, they suggested I take the car to their body shop. The bodyshop guy said he uses polyurethane glue; he does not rely on 3M tape. See thread below.

https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...e+polyurethane

Not wanting to mess with any glue on my new car, I will let them install it; cost $90+tax. I will get this done on Monday. I know I am really $700 for a spoiler and installation.

SPNJHockey

Ahhhhhh...look at it this way: it'll be done perfectly!

E500Newbee

Man, you must got a whole lot of money to burn huh...

SPNJHockey

Man, you must got a whole lot of money to burn huh...

To each...his own, Bro.

pinebaron

I could have bought a Honda Civic Hybrid; everyone suggested it for my long daily commute as an alternative to driving my beloved SUV. Instead I opted for a Bluetec and have no regrets. This was a small present for my baby.

SPNJHockey

Good for you, Cuz...

pinebaron

It took all of 1:40hrs for the installation today. Considering it was 13 degrees outside, the first hour they warmed the vehicle up in a bay equipped with external heaters prior to installing the spoiler. Then it was back in the warm bay for another 20 minutes.

It is bright, gusty and dusty in NJ today, nevertheless I took a few pictures.

dtrentr

That looks great!! I have the same on my Bluetec, except in taffeta white, and I think it adds a lot to the look.

AsianML

How many HP and MPG do you think it'll add?

pinebaron

Averaging 32+ MPG, I don't really care.

SPNJHockey

Haven't we already figured out that ANY mod adds - at the very least - 68 HP?

NCE500

It looks nice, installation appears to be perfect from the pics.

Nice addition!

lhoang

try them...they are florida. I bought a rear roof deck from them painted (040). worked out great and looks great.

painted e63 style lip spoiler - 954.522.5477

pinebaron

Thanks. I had the OEM E63 spoiler installed my MB. See pictures a few posts up.

E500Newbee

Nice, it's appear same as mine, but mine is a fraction of a cost of your. Plus the satisfaction on DIY. Nice looking though.

pinebaron

Thanks; I have a different type of satisfaction.

Now I will focus on my DIY favorite before other MODS: Detailing.

E500Newbee

Call me cheapo, but I am DIY type. So, what are you thinking about your next mod. My next biggest thing is get my car in for Service F...that's going to be costly.

pinebaron

Not at all; I completely respect your opinion and would dare not call anyone anything or even think as such. The purpose of this forum is to exchange ideas and share opinions.

Fancy wheels/tires are presently on hold till I know where I will be working next; if it is again going to be 150 miles plus daily round trip, I will stick to my stock 16's else I'll go for staggered or same 18's.

What I am presently obsessed with (only since I recently saw it on a current thread in this forum) is a Brabus front bumper with CF spoiler; looks sick on black. The only other cosmetic mod is OEM front and back lit up door sills; I looked at after market ones but alas I am keen on OEMs with an MB install.