SL/R230: DIY : How to install a front lip spoiler
06-20-2009, 04:53 PM
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DIY : How to install a front lip spoiler
Hey Guys,
My spoiler came in 2 days ago and I decided to wait for some good weather to take pictures while me and my dad install so you can see how it is done.
This is where you can get the spoiler: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...205|240%3A1318]
The spoiler already comes with tiny pre drilled holes and a set of screws you will need to install. The worst part about installing this spoiler is lining it up so it sits perfect. You can do it yourself but if you have a person that could help it would be much easier to line it up.
Tools needed :
1. CAR JACK with a stand or 2 just to be safe
2. Philips screw driver
That is all!
I will show pictures with each step. This is the easiest way to install this and put it on. You will see a drill on the picture we only used the drill to screw in the screws to the spoiler in the beginning.
STEP 1 : Lift the car so that the entire front end is up at both sided. This will give you room to work and line up the front lip.
STEP 2 : Pre drill the original spoiler with the screws provided, this way it will be much easier to screw it on while it is up in the air.
This is how far the screws should be sitting before you start the line up
STEP 3 : Line up the spoiler. MAKE SURE YOU DONT LINE IT UP LOOKING AT THE FRONT, LOOK AT THE ENDS OF THE LIP AND MAKE SURE IT SITS EVEN ON BOTH SIDES.
STEP 4 : If you can have someone hold the lip in place while you drill the screws in with the philips screw driver. Start from each end L and R. Do the middle once both of the sides or bolted on and sit perfectly. There is a little hold at each end so you can get the philips in and bolt it on.
STEP 5: Make sure every screw is on tight. AND YOU ARE DONE.
FINISHED PRODUCT:
My spoiler came in 2 days ago and I decided to wait for some good weather to take pictures while me and my dad install so you can see how it is done.
This is where you can get the spoiler: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...205|240%3A1318]
The spoiler already comes with tiny pre drilled holes and a set of screws you will need to install. The worst part about installing this spoiler is lining it up so it sits perfect. You can do it yourself but if you have a person that could help it would be much easier to line it up.
Tools needed :
1. CAR JACK with a stand or 2 just to be safe
2. Philips screw driver
That is all!
I will show pictures with each step. This is the easiest way to install this and put it on. You will see a drill on the picture we only used the drill to screw in the screws to the spoiler in the beginning.
STEP 1 : Lift the car so that the entire front end is up at both sided. This will give you room to work and line up the front lip.
STEP 2 : Pre drill the original spoiler with the screws provided, this way it will be much easier to screw it on while it is up in the air.
This is how far the screws should be sitting before you start the line up
STEP 3 : Line up the spoiler. MAKE SURE YOU DONT LINE IT UP LOOKING AT THE FRONT, LOOK AT THE ENDS OF THE LIP AND MAKE SURE IT SITS EVEN ON BOTH SIDES.
STEP 4 : If you can have someone hold the lip in place while you drill the screws in with the philips screw driver. Start from each end L and R. Do the middle once both of the sides or bolted on and sit perfectly. There is a little hold at each end so you can get the philips in and bolt it on.
STEP 5: Make sure every screw is on tight. AND YOU ARE DONE.
FINISHED PRODUCT:
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Hey Guys,
My spoiler came in 2 days ago and I decided to wait for some good weather to take pictures while me and my dad install so you can see how it is done.
This is where you can get the spoiler: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...205|240%3A1318]
The spoiler already comes with tiny pre drilled holes and a set of screws you will need to install. The worst part about installing this spoiler is lining it up so it sits perfect. You can do it yourself but if you have a person that could help it would be much easier to line it up.
Tools needed :
1. CAR JACK with a stand or 2 just to be safe
2. Philips screw driver
That is all!
I will show pictures with each step. This is the easiest way to install this and put it on. You will see a drill on the picture we only used the drill to screw in the screws to the spoiler in the beginning.
STEP 1 : Lift the car so that the entire front end is up at both sided. This will give you room to work and line up the front lip.
STEP 2 : Pre drill the original spoiler with the screws provided, this way it will be much easier to screw it on while it is up in the air.
This is how far the screws should be sitting before you start the line up
STEP 3 : Line up the spoiler. MAKE SURE YOU DONT LINE IT UP LOOKING AT THE FRONT, LOOK AT THE ENDS OF THE LIP AND MAKE SURE IT SITS EVEN ON BOTH SIDES.
STEP 4 : If you can have someone hold the lip in place while you drill the screws in with the philips screw driver. Start from each end L and R. Do the middle once both of the sides or bolted on and sit perfectly. There is a little hold at each end so you can get the philips in and bolt it on.
STEP 5: Make sure every screw is on tight. AND YOU ARE DONE.
FINISHED PRODUCT:
My spoiler came in 2 days ago and I decided to wait for some good weather to take pictures while me and my dad install so you can see how it is done.
This is where you can get the spoiler: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...205|240%3A1318]
The spoiler already comes with tiny pre drilled holes and a set of screws you will need to install. The worst part about installing this spoiler is lining it up so it sits perfect. You can do it yourself but if you have a person that could help it would be much easier to line it up.
Tools needed :
1. CAR JACK with a stand or 2 just to be safe
2. Philips screw driver
That is all!
I will show pictures with each step. This is the easiest way to install this and put it on. You will see a drill on the picture we only used the drill to screw in the screws to the spoiler in the beginning.
STEP 1 : Lift the car so that the entire front end is up at both sided. This will give you room to work and line up the front lip.
STEP 2 : Pre drill the original spoiler with the screws provided, this way it will be much easier to screw it on while it is up in the air.
This is how far the screws should be sitting before you start the line up
STEP 3 : Line up the spoiler. MAKE SURE YOU DONT LINE IT UP LOOKING AT THE FRONT, LOOK AT THE ENDS OF THE LIP AND MAKE SURE IT SITS EVEN ON BOTH SIDES.
STEP 4 : If you can have someone hold the lip in place while you drill the screws in with the philips screw driver. Start from each end L and R. Do the middle once both of the sides or bolted on and sit perfectly. There is a little hold at each end so you can get the philips in and bolt it on.
STEP 5: Make sure every screw is on tight. AND YOU ARE DONE.
FINISHED PRODUCT:
how did you find the quality, cuts/edges etc? overall are you 110% satisfied or a little let down?
06-21-2009, 12:50 AM
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great post kamil
the lip looks nice on your ride!
i had the same lip spoiler on save on ebay as well but they don't sell one for the 07/08 amg front bumper so i had to pass. if you or any else know where i can find 1 please send me the info. thanks.
the lip looks nice on your ride!i had the same lip spoiler on save on ebay as well but they don't sell one for the 07/08 amg front bumper so i had to pass. if you or any else know where i can find 1 please send me the info. thanks.
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im looking for non amg bumper 2003 fitment..
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06-23-2009, 02:34 AM
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06-23-2009, 02:41 AM
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i sent him email, but no response..i see he sells lots, i would probrbly do painted silver as i dont have the dark wheels to accent.
06-23-2009, 11:28 AM
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I will try to get a hold of him today for you guys and see what he says.
06-23-2009, 07:00 PM
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I might get one too, not quite sure if I'll like it though with the gold wheels..
First off, I need my car back from the shop, if mercedes leaves me without emptying out my pockets I'll get the lip next
First off, I need my car back from the shop, if mercedes leaves me without emptying out my pockets I'll get the lip next
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There is a Vendor on here by the name of GARY selling this same exact lip, you should be able to find his thread on the SL55 Section or just search for LIP in this section
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Sorry to bring up an old topic but does just the self tapping screws work ok or should I get doublesided tape also?
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Thanks for your quick reply, just one more quick question. Is it necessary to jack up the car or can I just do it with lifting it up with abc a bit. Im hoping to avoid going to the shop.
07-11-2011, 10:30 AM
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You can try. It will cost you less to go buy a Jack if you dont have one for around $50 and lift the car up. On the first picture my wheel is off the ground that was enough lift to get the job done. It would be a little hard to do it with the car down. Invest in a Jack you will need it for other things as well. I would not really trust the OEM mercedes Jack that comes with the car, I heard it can slip and the car can fall unless you secure the wheels in place.
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better lift the car with a jack, lifting the car with ABC system will not give adequate clearance when using a screwdriver.
10-13-2019, 05:43 PM
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also where did you purchase the euro grill? been looking for the stock grill but with the "solid epoxy look" on the mercedes logo (not sure what its called haha)
