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Old 08-27-2007, 12:40 AM   #101
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Hey i no this is kinda old but any tricks to get them off if you goof up... i put one of the splitters on perfect and then the second one i must have rushed cuz i lined it up but when i pushed the clips in it moved back a little and its not perfectly lined up. iv been trying to get it off but im afraid of breaking the clips. anyone have a suggestion?
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Old 01-13-2008, 04:22 PM   #102
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good writeup
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Old 05-28-2008, 02:48 AM   #103
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how exactly are the little metal clips that come with bolts supposed to be used? i dont feel like putting them on wrong so i thought id ask before i do this tomorrow morning
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Old 12-11-2008, 05:52 PM   #104
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This is probably a dead thread, but I want to cut the slits in the bumper but my only concern is that the splitters won't fit flush with the bumper.
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Old 12-11-2008, 05:55 PM   #105
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This is probably a dead thread, but I want to cut the slits in the bumper but my only concern is that the splitters won't fit flush with the bumper.
The place where it does NOT line up is the fender contour, it is off where it joins the original wagon fender ~ It's no too bad, but it was enough I chose not to do it...
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Old 12-11-2008, 06:09 PM   #106
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What about on the sedans? Do they have the same problem?
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Old 12-11-2008, 06:10 PM   #107
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What about on the sedans? Do they have the same problem?

No, they are MADE for the sedans!
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Old 12-11-2008, 06:11 PM   #108
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Ok, that is what I have. So they should fit like a glove then right?
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Old 03-10-2009, 08:47 PM   #109
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how are those tape installed methods working for everyone?
im debating whether i should go with slit method or tape method.
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Old 04-08-2009, 02:51 AM   #110
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nice. i also cut slits and came out fine..

i ordered a splitter from jamie because my other one "dissappeared" so anyways, are all weather strippings black on the splitter? because previously my stripping was CGM... and now with the black stripping it makes it look like a gap.
No they wouldn't. I just got my car back from the body shop after dumping it in deep snow, the splitter's tabs broke off so easily twisting the bumper with it. I was able to salvage the splitters and am going 3m all the way.
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Old 04-08-2009, 04:14 AM   #111
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how are those tape installed methods working for everyone?
im debating whether i should go with slit method or tape method.
Black 3M double sided tape is stronger than Queen Latifah's ankles!
I used the wider tape (1" wide?). Had to "double up tape" along diagnal edge where I removed three white/black mounting tabs because I felt single layer tape wasn't thick enough. As long as surfaces are properly cleaned, Splitters are not going anywhere...period.
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Old 04-08-2009, 09:49 AM   #112
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Black 3M double sided tape is stronger than Queen Latifah's ankles!
I used the wider tape (1" wide?). Had to "double up tape" along diagnal edge where I removed three white/black mounting tabs because I felt single layer tape wasn't thick enough. As long as surfaces are properly cleaned, Splitters are not going anywhere...period.
I did the same thing.....they are not going anywhere - and if I want to remove them, there will be no holes in the bumper.

+1 for tape
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Old 04-08-2009, 10:05 AM   #113
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I cut the slits and I am very glad I did! Just taping them on just doesn't seem like the right way to do it.
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Old 04-08-2009, 03:04 PM   #114
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I cut the slits and I am very glad I did! Just taping them on just doesn't seem like the right way to do it.
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You only tape at the top...there are bolts to hold them on. They are not going anywhere. To each his own ~
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Old 04-09-2009, 09:12 AM   #115
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Still taping something to your car doesn't seem like the right way to do something.

But you are right to each their own.
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Old 07-08-2009, 08:16 PM   #116
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Bump..

So yeah, I will be installing a pair of splitters on my sedan tomorrow night. I'm still debating whether to use 3M tape or a dremel. I'll probably end up using tape though, instead of cutting into my bumper. Wish me luck.
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Old 07-09-2009, 04:45 AM   #117
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Bump..

So yeah, I will be installing a pair of splitters on my sedan tomorrow night. I'm still debating whether to use 3M tape or a dremel. I'll probably end up using tape though, instead of cutting into my bumper. Wish me luck.
did the dremel, the knife and the 3m tape. All suck. Go on ebay, buy a pack of 3m VHB tape. The stuff is 1000,000,000 times better than that 3m crap you buy at advance auto. Slit the clips off, line it up with the bumper and press it on. It will never come off and you won't have to risk screwing up your bumper.
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Old 07-09-2009, 09:25 AM   #118
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Well, I've decided to go with the 3M tape. Just needed to know where I need to put it. Obviously the top of the splitter, where I cut the three tabs off, but is there anywhere else I should apply tape?
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Old 07-09-2009, 09:38 AM   #119
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Well, I've decided to go with the 3M tape. Just needed to know where I need to put it. Obviously the top of the splitter, where I cut the three tabs off, but is there anywhere else I should apply tape?
I would also apply it to the front section (the section that wraps next to the fog light cover or fog light surround).
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Old 07-09-2009, 11:02 AM   #120
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I would also apply it to the front section (the section that wraps next to the fog light cover or fog light surround).
I thought that was was where you bolt the rest of the splitter on. I'm going to attempt this after work and I plan on taking my time. Thanks for the replies though.
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Old 07-09-2009, 11:35 AM   #121
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i put 3m tape between the bolt holes for added support...after i tore one of them off on a concrete parking lot stopper thing
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Old 10-23-2009, 02:57 AM   #122
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back from the dead. so i just picked up a set of splitters for 40$ used off a member in i-club. I don't have the hardware and was reading between cutting and taping. What would others recommend. I'm leaning towards 3m tape but after that parking stopper post I'm a lil bit unsure on which method to use.
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Old 02-05-2010, 07:04 PM   #123
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can you re use the snap clips from your stock bumper or do you have to purchase new ones?
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Old 04-25-2010, 02:48 AM   #124
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Anyone know the part number for the upper bracket (front right) that mounts inside the bumper and secure the to the upper most tabs on the splitter?
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Old 04-29-2010, 05:02 PM   #125
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I just installed them myself yesterday. the method i used was cutting the 3 slits in the bumper.
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