Removin OEM Spoiler?

Z4Fam · 02-27-2017, 07:13 PM

Hey fam,

I have a OEM spoiler on my 2005 Z4 3.0i that i want to remove. Anyone got an idea if its glued? Not many info out there on how to remove these spoilers...so i wanna know what im getting myself into.

Also, will the boot need another spray if i remove the spoiler?

I'm personally not a fan of the 3.0i OEM spoilers on the Z4s. What do you guys think about it? Im trying to force myself to like it but its not working

any ideas how to make it look better if i cant remove it?

Thanks!!

Mirko · 02-27-2017, 07:28 PM

I don't know what is holding it on, be it 3m tape or Beta Link but if it is OEM and came from BMW my best guess would be Beta Link adhesive.

I read a lot of reviews on the internet on how Beta Link can't be removed and if you try you will destroy the spoiler and the trunk (paint). I was worried but gave it a shot and I am happy to say that I successfully removed my spoiler that was stuck on with Beta Link. It took under 2 hours to work it off and clean it up. For reference my spoiler had been attached to the car for about 4 years.

Steps I found worked.
1. I tried using fishing line to saw away between the spoiler and the trunk but the line kept breaking and would've taken days to get it off using that method. I then used plastic pry tools and gently pulled it apart.Working my way from one end to the other. I didn't pry it up or force it up.
2. For cleanup I found the solvent that came with the Beta Link adhesive worked really well to clean up the remaining goop left behind.

I do have some light scratches in the clear coat (I used a harder plastic tool at one point, should've remained patient and kept using the soft plastic tool) but overall you wouldn't really be able to tell it was ever there.

Obviously proceed at your own risk, not responsible for damage, etc.

imz4n · 03-02-2017, 08:30 AM

The wing is held on by double sided tape and an adhesive. If you take a piece of heavy fishing line and move it like a saw between the trunk lid and the wing it will come off. The paint under the wing may look different due to not having UV hitting the paint.

WAMz4 · 03-07-2017, 12:42 AM

I was going to say, if you can remove it without breaking it, send it my way but your on the wrong side of the planet.
I've always wanted the oem spoiler but dont want to pay 400 bucks (US) plus painting for it.

02-27-2017, 07:13 PM	#1
Z4Fam New Member 4 Rep 9 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0i Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Adelaide iTrader: (0)	Removin OEM Spoiler? Hey fam, I have a OEM spoiler on my 2005 Z4 3.0i that i want to remove. Anyone got an idea if its glued? Not many info out there on how to remove these spoilers...so i wanna know what im getting myself into. Also, will the boot need another spray if i remove the spoiler? I'm personally not a fan of the 3.0i OEM spoilers on the Z4s. What do you guys think about it? Im trying to force myself to like it but its not working any ideas how to make it look better if i cant remove it? Thanks!!
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02-27-2017, 07:28 PM	#2
Mirko Major 182 Rep 1,031 Posts Drives: E86 Z4M, E90 328i, E84 X1 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Toronto iTrader: (2)	I don't know what is holding it on, be it 3m tape or Beta Link but if it is OEM and came from BMW my best guess would be Beta Link adhesive. I read a lot of reviews on the internet on how Beta Link can't be removed and if you try you will destroy the spoiler and the trunk (paint). I was worried but gave it a shot and I am happy to say that I successfully removed my spoiler that was stuck on with Beta Link. It took under 2 hours to work it off and clean it up. For reference my spoiler had been attached to the car for about 4 years. Steps I found worked. 1. I tried using fishing line to saw away between the spoiler and the trunk but the line kept breaking and would've taken days to get it off using that method. I then used plastic pry tools and gently pulled it apart.Working my way from one end to the other. I didn't pry it up or force it up. 2. For cleanup I found the solvent that came with the Beta Link adhesive worked really well to clean up the remaining goop left behind. I do have some light scratches in the clear coat (I used a harder plastic tool at one point, should've remained patient and kept using the soft plastic tool) but overall you wouldn't really be able to tell it was ever there. Obviously proceed at your own risk, not responsible for damage, etc. __________________ 08 M Coupe • Ceramic Black Fabspeed Headers • MCS 1WNR • Poly FCAB • Stoptech BBK • Vibra-Tech • Epic Tune • Apex EC7 • RPI Scoop • Eventuri • Stromung • Rogue X Pipe • Varis Diffuser • CF E92 GTS Wing • CF Roof
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03-02-2017, 08:30 AM	#3
imz4n Captain 57 Rep 822 Posts Drives: 2006 3,0 si TITANIUM SIlVER Join Date: May 2007 Location: Orange County Ca. iTrader: (0)	The wing is held on by double sided tape and an adhesive. If you take a piece of heavy fishing line and move it like a saw between the trunk lid and the wing it will come off. The paint under the wing may look different due to not having UV hitting the paint. __________________ SoCal Z Enthusiast contact me to get on the list. Events for like minded people and when you talk about your Z, we will know what you are saying. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ZSCCACalifornia/
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WAMz4 First Lieutenant 45 Rep 384 Posts Drives: 2006 Z4 3.0si Roady Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Denver CO iTrader: (0)	I was going to say, if you can remove it without breaking it, send it my way but your on the wrong side of the planet. I've always wanted the oem spoiler but dont want to pay 400 bucks (US) plus painting for it. __________________ The Internet said it. I believe it. That settles it!
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