New Burtman Spoiler!!!!

[Rob4r]

that's where the shop didn't follow directions provided w/ the spoiler - the stock 3rd brake light does still shine - but to me it wasn't that noticeable unless you are standing right up against it.

I've only had it back less than a week so maybe it's something i'll address later. Regardless, to me I like the new look.

 

[jirehn]

I love this spoiler, Looks very clean to me, I want it also to install in my car.

 

[Mellow77]

Just had new 2012 Burtman Spoiler installed and am very happy.Rob

Good to see this on another silver 3rd Gen. It looks great; but of course I'm partial!

+1. I've been thinking about getting one even though my hilux tailgate came with one...I like the new mounting process this spoiler has.

This mount system is much cleaner.

So how does it mount?

The new spoiler had a metal rib in the middle layer of the mold so you can screw directly into it from the backside.

Looks good bro, I think I'm gonna upgrade my spoiler to the new version also. Was never a fan of the cheap mounting design the old version uses.

Agreed, the old system used an ugly metal strap to hold on the top side of the spoiler and the original deflector holes were still visible.

your truck is clean... the spoiler looks good. did you have to take it to the shop to get painted or did you just not want to mess with the mounting?

Burtman is offering these color matched to your rig when you purchase it. The install is pretty straight forward but you will need a second set of hands to hold it in place while fastening.

 

[Rob4r]

thanks mellow77

 

[98piranha]

So are you using self tapping screws to drill from the backside of your hatch into the metal plate molded into the spoiler???

 

[thepogi]

Looks good! :wow:

 

[Rob4r]

98piranha

the answer to your question is yes - also the below are basically the instructions that came w/ the spoiler:

I am very happy w/ it and it really does it give the truck a new sporty kick ass look.

Rob

There are 10 steps in the instructions - Sohere is a summary and you can call jason or e-mail him at 717-469-4130 or [email protected] or [email protected]

put spoiler on closed hatch and use t-stips to stencil the 4 pedestals outlines, use 1/8 " drill bit to drill through t-stipand into hatch (recommended to use unibit that goes from 1/4" to 1 3/8 w/ 1/8 inch increments, open hatch and open 2 inner panels for socket accessibility, drill your led wire hole within your previously masked off area on drivers side (this is where the shop i took it to didn't follow the instructions), peel back red lined 3 m tape, small amt of silicone should be applied to the corner of the inner feet as well as existing holes caused by removing toyota oem rear deflector, line up spoiler and feed led wire thru predetermined hole, using suppiled screws secure spoiler to vehicle using a rachet , pull down rubber wiring harness boot which exposes vehicle wiring - splice the 2 wires that veer off toward 3rd breake light - the spoiler balck wire goes w/ the white & black stripes (or depending on model - the spoiler red wire goes w/ green and white or green and red wire) - splice wires together, use electrical tape and tuck in the excess wire and replace rubber boot back into poistion.

Like I said - I didn't install it I had the body shop do it because I needed to have my truck fixed in 2 other spots so any questions on install; please call or e-mail Jason or check out the burtman industries website - I think he has pictures/ details on install on his site.

Burtman Industries

 

[Rob4r]

thanks thepogi

 

[Rob4r]

Mellow - your truck looks awesome too - I saw your pics on the below link today:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...r-spoiler-installed-finally-4.html#post985885

I didn't notice it a first from your earlier post - looks great!

Everyone should check out this link on the spoiler as well.

Rob

 

[Rob4r]

instructions to install spoiler

instructions

 

[Jason B]

instructions

These should help others doing install

Many more pics on the site here!

Japan JDM style rear spoiler at Burtman Industries

 

[beyond]

Looks good.

Is this spoiler actually functional? Does it help redirect the boundary layer and reduce drag? OR is it purely aesthetic?

This reminds me of my interest in trying some aftermarket vortex generators on the front roofline of my t4r

 

[3rzrunner]

Looks good.

Is this spoiler actually functional? Does it help redirect the boundary layer and reduce drag? OR is it purely aesthetic?

This reminds me of my interest in trying some aftermarket vortex generators on the front roofline of my t4r

I found with mine it did help to keep the dust off the back glass off-road, but other than that I think its purely for looks.

 

[beyond]

Oooo, That does seem some what legit

 

[D Farms]

i read somewhere that the stock one is meant to push air down the back window to prevent things like dust snow and rain from collecting there while you drive, i heard that it also prevents the exhuast from coming in while you have the rear window open.

 

[RussToy]

...Most of the items on my truck I got or you can get from Burtman - grille, tail lights, clear corners & slignals, chrome bulbs and I just ordered the door sills....

Rob4r I know this this is an older post...but wanted to know if you ever installed your door sills?? If so, how do they look...and better yet, how are they holding up? Could you possibly post up a couple pictures?? Thank you for your time...it's much appreciated!

-Russel

 

[Rob4r]

spoiler and door sills

Hi regarding the spoiler - I did it for looks and I still love how it looks.

regarding the door sills - here's my post from when I installed them w/ pics.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/109975-burtman-door-sills.html


March will be 13 years I've owned this 4runner - I've probably got another 10 years left.

Thanks,

Rob

 

[RussToy]

Hi regarding the spoiler - I did it for looks and I still love how it looks.

regarding the door sills - here's my post from when I installed them w/ pics.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/109975-burtman-door-sills.html


March will be 13 years I've owned this 4runner - I've probably got another 10 years left.

Thanks,

Rob

Thanks Rob...

 

[Rob4r]

Anytime.

Next 2 projects this weekend are trying to fix the tear in my drivers side seat (I tried this before without success) and upgrading my stereo and fixing my antenna for the 3rd time - I'm done with the automatic antennas.

It's been about a year and a half since I did anything so it's time.

 

[Jason B]

I also have a tear in my drivers seat, the leather. What are you going to try?

Many more pics on the site here!

Japan JDM style rear spoiler at Burtman Industries