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Old Oct 19, 2014 | 04:38 AM
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Lower Spoiler and Trim

I have a 2004 R53 that has a lower spoiler and trim piece below it that are in pretty beat condition. I'm looking to replace both and am wondering if anyone has done this before? I'm looking to know all of the hardware pieces that I will need to put it all back together with.

The fasteners are all corroded terribly.

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 04:47 AM
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No feedback? I'll try and dig into it to see how I can fix it.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 07:37 PM
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I did this over the summer on a 2003 R53. What I found is the the center piece of the "spoiler" has changed slightly (it seems silly - tab design), requiring me to also purchase the side pieces to match (Spoiler right, spoiler left), otherwise you have a situation where you can't fit together the snap together joint. Was told the original design spoiler is NLA.

You will probably also need the trim panel.
The center piece of the spoiler - 51117130315
The left and right pieces that match (51117130314 & 51117130313)

Found the email from the parts guy. He said the 51117130315 part is from 2005-> cars (early version was 51111479088 but is NLA), which is why early cars also need the new side pieces. So, if anyone finds this, pay attention to the date range.
 

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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 07:41 PM
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In terms of hardware, it is pretty standard stuff. 3 M6x25mm bolts with oversized washers, and 4-5 plastic/sheet metal screws with an oversized head. I was able to reuse the 1-2 screws needed to hold the side pieces to the center piece as it is mostly snap together.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 04:21 AM
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Thanks for the reply. The mounting screws are all rusted solid. I will get in touch with ECS and order the parts I will need.

Thanks again.
 
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