What’s under the rear spoiler? Considering removing mine (1 Viewer)

[Slow Paddler]

I got a new canoe. I knew I’d have to lift the rear to open the liftgate. But this is more than I expected at about 5”. I could add a spacer under the rear crossbar, but it would look pretty silly being that high. So the next option would be removing the spoiler. Or, just continue loosening the straps. But one day I’m going to forget and crack the super-lightweight Kevlar/carbon hull…

I’m guessing there are mounting holes and a wire for the light. Who’s already done this, and how’s it look?

Thanks

 

[webbdustin]

It might work to get parts from Australia or the Middle East where they have different trims of the Land Cruiser

 

[webbdustin]

here is better image

 

[bloc]

Someone previously had the same problem and solved it the same way.

Post in thread 'rear spoiler removal'

Jul 17, 2017

I had my favorite body shop remove the spoiler and clean up the paint underneath. It looks fine after buffing. They used black plastic plugs for the holes. They look a little raw but I think I will soon tune them out. Cost was only $80, with a low shop rate of $56 per hr.

Even with my rear canoe gunwale brackets shimmed upward 1.5 inches to tilt up the stern, there was no way I could get spoiler clearance. I was afraid of breaking the spoiler. I could not get my truck and canoe into the garage with the shimmed mounts raised. Now I should be able to remove the shims and get it in easily...

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