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Originally Posted by Ryan H
I actually bought that same spoiler from them on ebay. I'm having a little trouble understanding the 2 bottom holes. I understand removing the struts and that there is metal in between the outside and inside. But what did you do exactly did you do to the metal that is blocking the holes? You used a 1/2 uni bit on the outside/inside and then used a 1/2 twist bit to drill through the middle?
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I looked through my old pictures for some clues and I don't have any other than the ones I posted. To the best of my recollection here is what I did.
When you attach the spoiler, you are really only attaching it to the outside layer of sheet metal. The inside hole that you are creating is just so that can access the screws to tighten down the spoiler. The top holes line up straight and easy. The bottom holes could as well, if you wanted to drill into the metal where they shocks mount.
I decided that I didn't want to do that and instead tried to drill the inside hole (really an access hole) a little bit offset.
I probably drilled the outside hole first. Then I used the step bit to drill a 1/2 hole on the inside for access and saw the metal piece blocking me. I drilled a pilot hole into the hidden piece between the outer and inner walls of the door and then finally used a 1/2 twist bit to drill it out so I could get the screw in there.
Hope this helps.
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2004 4Runner SR5 SR5 - V6, 4X4, Moonroof , JBL, Leather, Stratosphere Mica
Installed Mods:
Spoiler,
HIR bulbs,
Kenwood DNX6960 Nav,
Back Window Up with Remote Mod, Rear Camera, LED Tails,
Key Reminder Disable, OEM Automatic Headlights,
Rear USB Ports,
Seat Heaters,
Aftermarket Third Row,
Heated Side View Mirror
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