Re: Got front spoiler, will travel (Blau 4k/GT spoiler)

["Gerry Snow" <gsnow@iea.com>]

I just received from Blau, a Kamei front spoiler (air dam) to fit my '84
4kq.  My understanding was that this was the last one he had.  I don't know
if Kamei still makes them to fit the '84.  Anyway, I am looking forward to
installing it, but will be in no hurry, since with the car lowered, and the
air dam being 2 to 3 inches deeper than stock, I don't want to tear it off
with the first snow drift.  I also plan to get it painted and clear-coated
to match the car.  I am thinking about using Dzus fasteners for the
installation to allow quick removal (in case of deep snow), or so I can get
the car up on service ramps.  I am also thinking about fabricating some kind
of mesh for the lower grill, either the expanded metal-type as seen on the
TT, or maybe a woven wire mesh as I have seen on other cars.  If I do this
mesh-type lower grill, then I may try to install some brake cooling ducts
and hoses to the backing plates behind the front rotors (I've seen this on a
BMW M3), and maybe also integrate some small fog lights just inboard of the
cooling ducts.  I know this all sounds like..."this is what I'm gonna do",
but I thought I'd throw it out to see if anyone has any thoughts, or BTDT.

Best Regards,

Gerry Snow
Spokane, Washington, USA
84 4kq

-----Original Message-----
>From: Kwattro@aol.com <Kwattro@aol.com>
>To: quattro@audifans.com <quattro@audifans.com>
>Date: Wednesday, December 15, 1999 5:49 AM
>Subject: Got front spoiler, will travel (Blau 4k/GT spoiler)
>
>
>>In a message dated 99-12-15 01:24:32 EST, you write:
>>
>><< Got my Blaufergnugen spoiler today, it looks pretty cool.  I have the
>>benefit
>> of having one of the original spoilers, so here's the comparison for
>anyone
>> who cares.
>>
>> OEM Sport spoiler:
>> Plasticy material (similar to bumpers)
>> Exactly fits front bumper
>> Pre-fab holes for mounting
>> Neat-o cooling ducts in middle
>>
>> ..on my 4000CSQ,  I paid a lot for the spoiler used and to refinish it,
>but
>> it looks awsome.
>>
>> Blaufergnugen spoiler:
>>
>> Fiberglass molded, so a bit lighter but subject to destruction
>> A little off, doesn't quite match up exactly, but very close
>> No neat-o cooling ducts
>> Will need to be finished, sanded
>> Bonus: Cheaper
>>
>> Don't know if I helped anyone decide, or if any more spoilers are
>available.
>>
>> I have a picture of the spoiler on a car if anyone wants to see it.
>>
>> Later!
>> Carter J
>> Kwattro@aol.com
>> </XMP>
>>  >>
>