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Thunder22 10-20-2013 01:23 PM

I would change the mirrors to red and not mess with the spoiler, the potential for screwing up the spoiler far exceeds changing the mirror casing, and the car has enough black/red contrast already, doesn't need more.

just my .02

RapidC84B 10-20-2013 02:49 PM

The spoiler is simple guys. Two bolts and some double sided tape. Not rocket science to pull it off, use a heat gun and some goo-gone and then re-apply new spoiler. There are two studs in it so alignment isn't an issue.

Glen e 10-20-2013 02:52 PM


Originally Posted by Tool Hoarder (Post 1585222589)
The spoiler is simple guys. Two bolts and some double sided tape. Not rocket science to pull it off, use a heat gun and some goo-gone and then re-apply new spoiler. There are two studs in it so alignment isn't an issue.

No...it is put on with NINE bolts...I bought one....

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h3...ps612756ba.jpg

RapidC84B 10-20-2013 03:01 PM

Crap! That really messes up my plans to buy a Z51 and take the spoiler off :( Now I really hope GM comes out with a spoiler delete option for the Z51.

Michael A 10-20-2013 03:13 PM

They must be drunk at the plant.

At least if you go to black, you won't have to worry about color matching the paint.

Michael

Daekwan06 10-20-2013 03:19 PM

Agreed.. I like the car as-is. If anything I would want the red mirrors too.

The black spoiler & mirrors just dont do it for me. They are factory parts that are simply a different color. I think the only way the black additions would look good is if they were some type of aftermarket design. Where you wanted it stand out.

1wicked 10-20-2013 03:43 PM


Originally Posted by gthal (Post 1585220259)
If you like it, leave it. If not, change it out.

I would have is black to match the mirrors but that's just my opinion.

:iagree: whatever the mirror color is, spoiler needs to match..I would do black if it were me...but good luck with whatever you choose.:thumbs:

MikeyTX 10-20-2013 04:38 PM

Johnny Cash Special
 

Originally Posted by Glen e (Post 1585222605)
No...it is put on with NINE bolts...I bought one....

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h3...ps612756ba.jpg

So tell us Glen, is this a Johnny Cash C7 ? One piece at a time ? :D

Glen e 10-20-2013 05:07 PM


Originally Posted by MikeyTX (Post 1585223186)
So tell us Glen, is this a Johnny Cash C7 ? One piece at a time ? :D

Not sure what kind of smart ass remark this is,...I returned it....

MikeyTX 10-20-2013 05:10 PM


Originally Posted by Glen e (Post 1585223354)
Not sure what kind of smart ass remark this is,...I returned it....

Said tongue in cheek. :cheers:

MikeMaj82 10-20-2013 05:38 PM

nine bolts for a spoiler? lol wow.

dmaxx3500 10-20-2013 05:48 PM

you better document this ,so when it gets restored in 50-60 years you can prove it was built that way,because NCRS judges will deduct points for not being right

irok 10-20-2013 06:25 PM

more valium please!
 
lot of you guys in need of extra strength valium.

rexracerx9 10-20-2013 06:31 PM


Originally Posted by AORoads (Post 1585220753)
that's what I'd do.
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I can only assume you wrote this to make your point: that people reading a sheet or screen, are people and can make mistakes or even overlook them, right? :cheers:

:cheers:

MikeyTX 10-20-2013 06:39 PM


Originally Posted by MikeMaj82 (Post 1585223551)
nine bolts for a spoiler? lol wow.

BG wants to make sure it doesn't come loose .................. In parade mode .............. :rofl:

dmaxx3500 10-20-2013 09:41 PM


Originally Posted by MikeMaj82 (Post 1585223551)
nine bolts for a spoiler? lol wow.

well ,when it makes 5000+lb's of downforce at 198mph's you really need it to held on thight

Crossed Flags Fan 10-20-2013 10:51 PM

Yup
 

Originally Posted by craig04c5 (Post 1585220448)
I am in agreement with many others. I like it this way. Black looks aftermarket.

:iagree:

foreverfuelie 10-22-2013 05:56 PM

Saw my first TR C7 at Hendricks in Cary, NC yesterday. It had the "carbon flash" spoilers and mirrors, Z51, MAG, Black-2lt, black wheels with red calipers. Car looked great but, I just couldn't get into the black metalic painted mirrors and spoiler. Just as I suspected, they look majorly cheap (IMHO) and added on. The wheels looked better than I had expected but needed black lug nuts. But over all, WOW!

Red Lightening 10-22-2013 06:50 PM

I would leave it but get a refund on the screwed up option.

binster 10-22-2013 08:14 PM

Meanwhile in another universe, there is a guy asking folks if the black spoiler looks ok with his red mirrors.


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