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67 4 me
Apr 16th, 08, 09:47 PM
Has anyone had any issues with the fitment of the front spoiler braces? I just purchased a new front spoiler with the 2 braces that are supposed to mount from the lower part of the spoiler to the lower part of the front fender just in front of the tire. the braces are too short by 1/2 to 5/8 of an inch. Am I mounting it wrong or do I have the wrong braces? I purchased it from Classic industries and the kit says it comes with the correct braces (8 1/2 inches). Any advice is appreciatted.
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class67
Apr 16th, 08, 11:05 PM
Do you have pics of the install? to give us an idea! The install is / should be pretty straight forward though.

RobSS1113
Apr 16th, 08, 11:27 PM
do you mean the chin spoiler ?? my 67 has 2 support braces .. I broke one and have not replaced it. the 2 on the sides are bolted to the bottom of the subframe not the fender . At least thats how it was on my Camaro!

67 4 me
Apr 17th, 08, 07:48 AM
I'll check to see if there is a mounting location on the sub-frame, I just assumed it mounted to the front lower edge of the wheel well since there is a hole for the clip that mates with the mounting screws( what else could that hole be for?)Anyway thanks for the replies,I'll start with a call to Classic today.

DjD
Apr 17th, 08, 09:00 AM
On a factory equipped spoiler car there are 3 braces. One in the middle connects to the forward crossmember of the sub frame the other two are out on the ends of the spoiler and connect to the lower fender panel. Since the spoiler was not a factory available option on '67s there may not be a mounting place on the lower fender section for the brace.

Fred Ficarra
Apr 17th, 08, 12:13 PM
Thanks for that Dennis. I was sure that the front spoiler was an extra special invention for the 69.:D

DjD
Apr 17th, 08, 01:07 PM
Spoilers were not available at all during most of '67 then late in the year became available over the counter. My understanding is RPO D80 was available in '68 as a factory option...

I always like to throw out this link when talking about spoilers... http://www.camaro-untoldsecrets.com/articles/rpo_d80.htm

67 4 me
Apr 18th, 08, 07:38 AM
Thanks everyone for all the info.I've decided to just mount it with the screws supplied along the lower valance.My car was built in late 67 which explains the mounting holes in the lower fender/wheel well.After reading several replies on many different forums,I also have concerns about hitting those extra tall parking curbs which could cause damage to the fender if I use the braces. Again, thanks for the feedback.

DjD
Apr 18th, 08, 08:52 AM
Thanks everyone for all the info.I've decided to just mount it with the screws supplied along the lower valance.My car was built in late 67 which explains the mounting holes in the lower fender/wheel well.After reading several replies on many different forums,I also have concerns about hitting those extra tall parking curbs which could cause damage to the fender if I use the braces. Again, thanks for the feedback.

I have cracked a spoiler or two in my time, even with all 3 braces it's the spoiler that gets damaged not the lower fender where the brace mounts. Unless you have a carbon fiber or some other form of spoiler other than plastic it's not an issue...