Air Dam Problems
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6th Gear
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Air Dam Problems
Let me preface my question by saying thanks for all the tips and information I (and other new Corvette owners) have picked up here on the forum. I have purchased two complete air dam units for my '07 coupe from two different vendors who are forum sponsors and neither one has fit properly. In both cases there was a gap between the center section and the two end pieces. The gap was so large that I was not able to use the plastic retainer pin to connect them together. The gap was approximately the same on both sides each time. Has anyone else experienced this same problem?
The only workable solution I have been able to come up with was to install an aluminum backer plate behind the joint area and use screws to hold it in place.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Thousand Oaks California
Are you using GM parts or aftermarket parts. I replaced my 3 piece air dam (parts came from GM) and it fits perfectly. I am not sure if the base C6 and the Z06 air dam parts are the same?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Long Island NY
There was a short period a couple years ago when the air dam side pieces were made a couple inches too short. There were threads about it. I think the parts you got were old stock of the incorrect design that was available for a little while. I would order again from either Gene or Parts Taxi, and ask them to make sure you are getting parts of the correct design.
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Durant OK
My right side was ripped out of the center section when I bought the car. I replaced all three pieces from GM but the right side kept pulling out from the center section. I found that the radiator support was broken at the right rear mounting point. I had the support welded and haven't had any more problems.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Marshall, Missouri
There was a short period a couple years ago when the air dam side pieces were made a couple inches too short. There were threads about it. I think the parts you got were old stock of the incorrect design that was available for a little while. I would order again from either Gene or Parts Taxi, and ask them to make sure you are getting parts of the correct design.
