Adhesive

Mudkipz · 09-09-2007, 03:46 PM

I just ordered the rear spoiler and it just arrived today and I really want to put it on then I realize that it didn't come with adhesive. I was looking at the DIY files and I can use betalink which I can take off later and it is safe for the car but my BMW dealer is closed today being that its sunday. Is there any other adhesive that I can use to put the spoiler on that I can buy from maybe home depot or checkers or napa auto parts? Also I need the adhesive to be able to be taken off after since I am leasing the car. Thanks!

DaveStinsman · 09-09-2007, 05:20 PM

I thought betalink was a permenant epoxy.

DrGP · 09-09-2007, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Mudkipz

I just ordered the rear spoiler and it just arrived today and I really want to put it on then I realize that it didn't come with adhesive. I was looking at the DIY files and I can use betalink which I can take off later and it is safe for the car but my BMW dealer is closed today being that its sunday. Is there any other adhesive that I can use to put the spoiler on that I can buy from maybe home depot or checkers or napa auto parts? Also I need the adhesive to be able to be taken off after since I am leasing the car. Thanks!

You will not be able to remove the spoiler if you use betalink. Just go down to AutoZone and pick up some double sided 3M body moulding tape. Clean the area you wish to put the spoiler with rubbing alcohol. Put the tape on the spoiler and put it in place. Works best if the temp is warm. Forget the betalink. The spoiler will not come off with the tape unless you want it to. And then it is not that easy.

LEDZEP · 09-09-2007, 06:59 PM

Yeah, most use the 3M tape.

theYardie · 09-09-2007, 08:49 PM

This brings up a question I have. Yesterday I installed an OEM front lip that Longtran painted for me (good job by the way). I also asked him for BetaLink. After seeing that you could install the front lip by screwing it to the bottom of the car i decided to not use the BetaLink out of fear of it making the lip a permanent fixture. The install as it is now stands looks fine but could be a tad more flush with the original bumper. Question for ya'll do you use the double sided 3M tape to makethe install on the front lip more flush with the car? Will I have trouble taking the lip off if I use 3M tape?

I guess this is an attempt at jaking the thread huh?

09-09-2007, 03:46 PM	#1
Mudkipz New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2007 TiAg 328i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii iTrader: (0)	Adhesive I just ordered the rear spoiler and it just arrived today and I really want to put it on then I realize that it didn't come with adhesive. I was looking at the DIY files and I can use betalink which I can take off later and it is safe for the car but my BMW dealer is closed today being that its sunday. Is there any other adhesive that I can use to put the spoiler on that I can buy from maybe home depot or checkers or napa auto parts? Also I need the adhesive to be able to be taken off after since I am leasing the car. Thanks!
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DaveStinsman Private First Class 6 Rep 147 Posts Drives: 2003 Tiburon Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	I thought betalink was a permenant epoxy.
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LEDZEP Lieutenant General 418 Rep 12,276 Posts Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [7.62] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	Yeah, most use the 3M tape. __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious
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theYardie Private First Class 1 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335I (e92) Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	This brings up a question I have. Yesterday I installed an OEM front lip that Longtran painted for me (good job by the way). I also asked him for BetaLink. After seeing that you could install the front lip by screwing it to the bottom of the car i decided to not use the BetaLink out of fear of it making the lip a permanent fixture. The install as it is now stands looks fine but could be a tad more flush with the original bumper. Question for ya'll do you use the double sided 3M tape to makethe install on the front lip more flush with the car? Will I have trouble taking the lip off if I use 3M tape? I guess this is an attempt at jaking the thread huh? __________________ IT HAS ARRIVED: 2007 e92 335i, 6MT, montego blue, saddle brown - premium package - sports package - comfort access - navigation w/ iDrive - bluetooth ---> I'LL RUN BACK OUT TO GET THE MILK!
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