How to install Roush spoiler (write up)

[The1SammyD]

This is my first write up. So please be kind. Thank you. (Possible add to tech library?)


DO NOT ATTEMPT IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS! IT IS YOUR OWN DECISION TO ALTER YOUR TAILGATE! NO ONE IS TO BLAME BUT YOURSELF!


Difficulty: 3/10 (all depending on skills of hand/power tools)
Time: 30-45 mins

Items Needed:
Spoiler
Painters Tape
Scissors
Crayon or Marker
Drill & Bit (5/16)
1/2 Shallow Socket with Ratchet
T30 Bit
Center Punch
6x 5/16 x 3/4L coarse thread bolts
Spray Paint
Piece of card board
Q-Tips





I have seen a lot of people ask how to go about installing the spoilers from HillbankMotorCorp (Item# ROU-R03030038).
There is obviously a thousand ways to do it, but this way just seemed fairly easy to me and only took 30-45 minutes.

Lay out the spoiler so bottom faces you.

Apply painters tape to bottom of spoiler (do few layers for strength) making sure not to go over the front or back, rub where the holes are to create an indent.

Poke holes and trim off access tape on the ends.

Mark an arrow towards front of truck.

Gently peel tape off tape, don't rush it. Don't let it fold onto it self.

Dry fit the spoiler to figure out what angle you want. Then tape left, center and right (also take into accout the clearance of your bed cover if you have one)

Apply template lining it up with your tape lines making sure it is center. Apply tape as generously as you feel is needed.

Use center punch in the center of the holes and give it a light tap. Drill holes on center punch mark, go slowly it is not a race. After remove template. Spray some paint on cardboard. Then apply around the fresh drill holes with a Q-Tip to prevent rusting.

Remove the tailgate access panel with the T30. This is the tricky part and is best done with a friend so you do not drop the spoiler. Some areas are kind of tight to install the hardware but is do able. Once you get 2 bolts in you can open the tailgate for easier install.

Remove shavings from tailgate and replace access panel. Clean up and enjoy your new wing.

 

[stmitch]

Nice work!

 

[The1SammyD]

Thank you

 

[XLTsplash]

Great looking spoiler. It looks like you will have to be careful when you close the tailgate, not to push on the spoiler.

 

[The1SammyD]

With the 6 bolts in there, it is pretty strong. I have 0 play or flex with it

 

[HAWGFORD]

Where can i pick on of these up? I'd also like to lengthen [ or widen?] the stock front dam??? It would be easy for the aftermarket companies that make the replacement valance in different increments depending on your suspension level,but that would be too simple and easy and they wouldn't make enough moeny ov the recycled milk jug material so they wont do it....My ranger turbo is a commuter,5 hours one way and high speed most of the time.