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Differences between GT and Formula spoilers and how they mount by Skybax
Started on: 06-09-2021 09:28 PM
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Report this Post06-09-2021 09:28 PM Click Here to See the Profile for SkybaxSend a Private Message to SkybaxEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I recently bought a Fiero rear spoiler off Craigslist and not sure what model its from. I know the spoilers are the same, but something is different with the studs and/or how they mount. I read the archives and I can't make sense of it. Can somebody explain the differences in simple terms? Thanks
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Report this Post06-09-2021 11:22 PM Click Here to See the Profile for fierofoolClick Here to visit fierofool's HomePageSend a Private Message to fierofoolEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
There is different front to rear spacing on the studs on some wing stands. I don't know if it was by year or by fastback vs notchback.
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So its not the length of the studs that is different, but the distance between the front and rear studs are different, correct?
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Report this Post06-10-2021 04:33 PM Click Here to See the Profile for IMSA GTSend a Private Message to IMSA GTEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
They have different mounting points. In the photo, the 2 studs are for a GT decklid. For a non-GT you remove the rear stud and move it to the location with the arrow.

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Report this Post06-10-2021 08:50 PM Click Here to See the Profile for SkybaxSend a Private Message to SkybaxEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Ah ha, got it, thanks! So if I wanted to install my spoiler farther back than the stock placement would be on a GT, then I might be able to utilize the non-GT rear stud so I don't run into the rear of the decklid.
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You need to carefully calculate where the studs will come through on the inside of the decklid. On the GT lid, there are specific places that are up inside one of the reinforcement ribs. Just be sure that wherever you place it, that it doesn't come through on the trunk seal gasket. I've seen one that did that and it leaked.
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Report this Post06-15-2021 09:51 PM Click Here to See the Profile for SkybaxSend a Private Message to SkybaxEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Follow up question...

Are the deck lid tension rods different for wing vs non-wing equipped models?

So will my wingless GT deck lid not stay up if I add wing?

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Originally posted by Skybax:

So will my wingless GT deck lid not stay up if I add wing?



Try adjustment first.
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Report this Post06-15-2021 11:07 PM Click Here to See the Profile for SkybaxSend a Private Message to SkybaxEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Didn't know they were adjustable, looks tricky, thanks!
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Originally posted by Skybax:

Didn't know they were adjustable, looks tricky, thanks!


Very tricky and be careful.
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Originally posted by Skybax:

Didn't know they were adjustable, looks tricky...


I shake my head every time I read that thread that fierosound kindly linked to. Why? Because the procedure is so simple if done correctly. As I stated in that thread... a piece of rope and a three foot length of 2x4 is all that's required. Leverage is your friend.

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