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Old Feb 22, 2021 | 09:15 PM
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Has any one designed a C8 Z51 spoiler mount that is switchable between the hi and low rear spoiler?
Want low Z51 for DD and high wing for HPDE.

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Has any one designed a C8 Z51 spoiler mount that is switchable between the hi and low rear spoiler?
Want low Z51 for DD and high wing for HPDE.
it would require a complete redesign, maybe they could use those IKEA type cam lock things. More likely a rod protruding through the bumper cover then you insert a countersunk screw through the side of the stanchions.
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Originally Posted by dfettero
Has any one designed a C8 Z51 spoiler mount that is switchable between the hi and low rear spoiler?
Want low Z51 for DD and high wing for HPDE.
Well, both spoilers use the same mount points so they technically are switchable. You just have to remove the rear bumper skin to do it.

I know what your asking, I don’t see any “easy way” to accomplish it since the mount bolts are inside the bumper skin.

It begs the question, are you “good enough” to even notice the difference between the two?
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Originally Posted by SeaAte
Well, both spoilers use the same mount points so they technically are switchable. You just have to remove the rear bumper skin to do it.

I know what your asking, I don’t see any “easy way” to accomplish it since the mount bolts are inside the bumper skin.

It begs the question, are you “good enough” to even notice the difference between the two?
That's actually a great question. They both generate 400 pounds of downforce but the high wing creates less drag (don't know how much less). Is the lower drag really going to make a difference in an HPDE?
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