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Old 11-28-2024, 10:04 PM   #47 (permalink)
Ecky
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I don't use the rear wiper, and removal is a win in terms of both weight and aerodynamics. My scale shows 1.1kg or 2.4lbs without the wiper blade attached.

While working on it, I took the time to repair the "spoiler". Sun damage had removed the clear coat, and some of the mounting points had broken.

Rear wiper motor exposed by removing the trim:




Pic showing the sun damage to the spoiler, as well as the 32mm hole left by its removal.




Some JB weld applied to the plastic tabs on the underside:




32mm glass plug installed w/silicone, and spoiler clearcoated and wet sanded to a passable finish:



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