3m tape not securing vorsteiner gts-v diffuser

[ohohoh123456]

Hey guys,

for all of you have gts-v diffuser, are you seeing this issue? The 3M tape on the driver side extension has not been able to glue the diffuser to the body panel but passenger side is always fine. I took it back to body shop and redid the whole install and it was well sealed in the beginning but then now it's loose again. don't have a pic yet but i'll try to upload after i go home.

[Spoolin Montego]

You should be using screws for the sides.

[x.shell]

So this is a common problem with the double sided tape — it doesn't stick when you want it to and sticks like hell when you want to remove it.

Take these steps to ensure the best outcome.
Clean all surfaces well and finish off with isopropyl alcohol. Apply tape to Carbon side. And peel up the corner. Heat up the tape and mating surface with a heat gun or blow dryer. Align part and pull the rest of the tape backing. Use masking tape to firmly set the part. Heat up the area again to ensure a good bond. Leave masking tape on for 24 hours.

Or just use screws.

Be sure to use 3M Waterproof VHB Foam tape. You can find it on Amazon.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Use screws for all exterior parts (except the spoiler)

[NickyC]

Screws only.

[Silverlining_m2]

Screw it

[ohohoh123456]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Use screws for all exterior parts (except the spoiler)

there are no screws for the side extension...the sides are flat with no holes on them.

[11LMBiSTT]

On my Vorsteiner GTS-V Diffuser, my installer only used screws and no double sided tape. Fits perfectly.

[ohohoh123456]

Originally Posted by 11LMBiSTT

On my Vorsteiner GTS-V Diffuser, my installer only used screws and no double sided tape. Fits perfectly.

surprised me...can you let me know if they installed additional screws on the side extensions?

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by ohohoh123456

there are no screws for the side extension...the sides are flat with no holes on them.

Originally Posted by 11LMBiSTT

On my Vorsteiner GTS-V Diffuser, my installer only used screws and no double sided tape. Fits perfectly.

+1 your installer should only use screws for on a diffuser install even if the holes are not pre-drilled.

[TopJimmy]

To locate the holes properly you can stick some silly putty or clay real thin on top of the piece and push up against car. Holes/screws should mark the putty in the exact spot. If putty sticks to body put piece of Saran Wrap over top.

Once hole spots are located use a Dremel pointed bit to make a clean cut hole. Put a drop of clear nail polish on the hole edge to stop fray, and let dry.

If you're making any new holes in body panels pre-drill a pilot hole. Put in screws with a hand tool, to feel the screws bite and seat right.

[ohohoh123456]

gotta retalk to the shop then, i'm taking it back in next spring to get it reinstalled again. thanks everyone!