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      01-15-2019, 12:38 PM   #1
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Those with high kick spoilers

Where does the seam meet on your spoiler? I purchased one off eBay and after an issue with the first one they sent me a replacement . The replacement has the seam in the same location, which is where the lip points outward. I'm concerned that once I put it on it'll look really noticeable in the sunlight. That said, do all high kick spoilers seams meet at that point? Or is this just the consequence of buying an eBay spoiler? Looking for insight from actual high kick spoiler owners or those that can confirm the seam location. Not interested in (but will probably still receive anyway) opinions from those who find all eBay items from China to be inferior. Pics attached of the replacement I received and the seam location.
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      01-15-2019, 12:51 PM   #2
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Hmmmm, that does not look right at all, mine does not have a seem like that, but also OEM.
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Polish it out.
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      01-16-2019, 04:46 AM   #4
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Polish it out.
Not worth the effort. I'll just chalk it up as a loss and buy from a reputable company. Just picked up an M performance diffuser from a forum member and the quality difference is insane from a finish perspective.
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REALLY simple fix is get a paint-match pinstripe on it. Looks really neat and hides that too.







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      01-16-2019, 08:26 AM   #6
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Mine does not have a seam there- I'd return it and find one from another seller.
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try polishing a small section and see what happens.
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Looks like a particular seller here that is known for quality deficiencies.
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Looks like a particular seller here that is known for quality deficiencies.
I actually did my research and thought I was buying from one of the better ones. On a positive note, he did offer replacement and even refunded me on the replacement after both showed defects. So at least a decent seller. His ID is below -

eBay: Euro_Kingdom
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