View Full Version : Removing Wind Deflector?


ack154
05-17-2005, 04:32 PM
So I want to make sure to get a couple decals on straight and figured that if it's not too difficult, I would just remove the deflector to do it while it's off the car. Anyone know how difficult it is? I didn't see anything in a search, so I was hoping someone has tried it.

Keep in mind, I'm mechanically inclined enough to do most things, so a simple "oh just take out these few screws and it'll come off" or something will be fine. I just haven't taken a good look at it yet to know.

Thanks!

Greg2385
05-17-2005, 07:46 PM
I was thinking about doing the same thing. I dont really like the way it looks; however it does keep alot of wind from entering your cargo at higher speeds.

ack154
05-17-2005, 08:04 PM
Well I don't want to remove it permanently... just remove it to put a decal or two on it and put it back. It's tough to reach to it and still keep things level and centered.

garfull
05-17-2005, 09:59 PM
wow that seems like more work than standing through the sunroof and putting the sticker on upsidedown. if you could tape the deflector down the surface should be quite flat. keep us updated.

hahaitzskippy
05-17-2005, 10:01 PM
removing the wind deflector will cause more air drag.

i say leave it on

Kaeon
05-17-2005, 10:05 PM
removing the wind deflector will cause more air drag.

i say leave it on

Your joking right or did you not read the post?,

Im pretty sure the glass is glued onto the slider.

ack154
05-17-2005, 10:14 PM
wow that seems like more work than standing through the sunroof and putting the sticker on upsidedown. if you could tape the deflector down the surface should be quite flat. keep us updated.
I'm thinking about that too... I just dont want to get anything on my seats... :wink:

I took a quick look at the contraption. Looks like there are 4 hex screws (two on each side) holding down the deflector from underneath. Then there are little C clips connecting to deflector to the spring arms. Hmm...

ack154
05-17-2005, 10:15 PM
removing the wind deflector will cause more air drag.

i say leave it on
RTFP... not just the title.

Kaeon
05-18-2005, 12:55 PM
RTFP Read The First Post I like that one!

ack154
05-18-2005, 01:13 PM
RTFP Read The First Post I like that one!
Heh... well, "first" wasn't actually the word I was thinking of, but I guess that works too...

:silly:

LucidBD
05-18-2005, 02:32 PM
you do not need to take it off to get a vinyl straight. i did mine just fine...had help from 1 other guy but you just have to take measurement and mark with a dry erase marker that you can see on the deflector.

hint: lay it down before pulling the adheasive back in off. get it marked out and where you need it. then take some masking tape and tape the top portion to the deflector so that you can fold it back and it will still be in postition.

if you dont undetstand. i can do pics to make it easy for you.
here is mine~~~~~> http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y58/LucidBD/DSC01454.jpg

keep in mind the deflector is convex shape like this ( so you will need to make small cuts on the bottom portion of the layout so it fits the curve

TheBigGuyRy
05-19-2005, 02:27 PM
Heh... well, "first" wasn't actually the word I was thinking of, but I guess that works too...

haha I like how we were on the same track with that one. I've come to automatically assume what F means in any internet acronym.

Kaeon, you've got an innocent and pure mind. :P

Kaeon
05-19-2005, 04:02 PM
Heh, I knew what he ment lol