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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 07:32 AM
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damn and I just paid for CA one.
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 07:41 AM
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Does carbon fiber stay looking like it does when u buy it? Because what i have seen looks like the finish has come off of it. (i don't know anything about carbon fiber)
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 09:03 AM
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you need a how to to pull off two pieces the unscrew 4 screws then remove the blade the replace it with the carbon fiber one, then put the 4 screws back in and then peel the stull off the double sided tape on the ends and sticke em back on? wow do you need him to hold it for you when you pee too?

no but would be nice just to see how to do it so i dont mess up my car doesnt mean you have to be rude about it.
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by PlaysWitCars
damn and I just paid for CA one.

I knew it was a matter of time before you did a carbon fiber spoiler. Sorry to get off topic, but where did your get your IPP hood at?
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 10:54 AM
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it looks realy good....
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 11:00 AM
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woo message me when they come in ...im not too big on the preordering thing...so all i need to double check is installation and it looks like u covered that, then the fact that it will fit 2006 models and i just now saw the 05+ on the top so i guess thats that..let me know....its gonna look sweet on my yellow balt...
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 11:02 AM
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Modern Performance you guys have some quality stuff I just wish you guys would pull some of your focus away from the srt and start producing more quality products for the balt. But overall
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 11:29 AM
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A couple of questions that have not yet been answered:

1. Does the CF wing have the same 1.5" slot underneath it that the stock one does? I want it smooth since the slot on the stock wing cancels out any down force that could be created. With that slot the air can't flow faster under the wing to create lower pressure under the wing. A competitor offering a similar if not the same product is saying that it does not.

2. Is the Epoxy used with the CF, UV protected, will the expoxy yellow after sitting in the sun for a year or two?

3. Will your wing be stronger/stiffer then stock? I do not want it flapping around on the freeway like the stock one.

Thanks.

It's nice to someone else offering a CF wing.

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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by BradyB
A couple of questions that have not yet been answered:

1. Does the CF wing have the same 1.5" slot underneath it that the stock one does? I want it smooth since the slot on the stock wing cancels out any down force that could be created. With that slot the air can't flow faster under the wing to create lower pressure under the wing. A competitor offering a similar if not the same product is saying that it does not.

2. Is the Epoxy used with the CF, UV protected, will the expoxy yellow after sitting in the sun for a year or two?

3. Will your wing be stronger/stiffer the stock? I do not want it flapping around on the freeway like the stock one.

Thanks.

It's nice to someone else offering a CF wing.
1) Yes, it has the slot on the bottom. That is done to significantly increase the strength of the spoiler, and I would NOT buy any spoiler that does not have this slot, as the spoiler will not be NEARLY as strong. Downforce ? On a front wheel drive car ? I dont want to suprise you, but the factory spoiler is for styling, not for downforce. Downforce on a front wheel drive car (in the rear) is for the most part not good. The design of the front end of the Cobalt, with the sloping hood, provides plenty of downforce as well in the front of the car.

2) The spoiler is clear coated with UV resistant automotive grade clear coat. This, is the best method to combat the carbon fiber from degrading in sunlight. Although many retailers and distributors wont tell you to do this, I will be the first to recommend reclear coating any hood or other carbon fiber part you have every 1.5 - 2 years. I have had a LOT of carbon fiber hoods, accesories on my cars over the last few years and have found this to be the best method to keep carbon fiber looking good.

3) Carbon fiber, is naturally stronger, and less flexible than molded plastic.
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Ern
I knew it was a matter of time before you did a carbon fiber spoiler. Sorry to get off topic, but where did your get your IPP hood at?
MP has offered the Cobalt IPP hood for almost a year and a half now. IPP Has been out of stock for some time though, and we are expecting to get more in roughly 4 weeks.


Originally Posted by picmahweji
woo message me when they come in ...im not too big on the preordering thing...so all i need to double check is installation and it looks like u covered that, then the fact that it will fit 2006 models and i just now saw the 05+ on the top so i guess thats that..let me know....its gonna look sweet on my yellow balt...
We will have limited quantities coming in, so preordering it is the best thing to do, to guarantee you getting one. We will NOT bill you for it until it comes in. If you haven’t been around on the boards when we did the release of the K&N intake system for the Cobalt SS, we had the intakes way before anyone else, and we also had a huge preorder list for customers. We did not bill peoples credit cards until they came in, and we shipped them ALL off as promised. Also keep in mind, MP has been in business now for nearly 10 years, and we are here to stay. You can feel comfortable with ordering, OR preordering with Modern Performance.


Originally Posted by Allshot
Modern Performance you guys have some quality stuff I just wish you guys would pull some of your focus away from the srt and start producing more quality products for the balt. But overall
We have made, and will continue to make custom parts for the Cobalt, and we thank you for your support, and the Cobalt communities support.
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Modernceo
1) Yes, it has the slot on the bottom. That is done to significantly increase the strength of the spoiler, and I would NOT buy any spoiler that does not have this slot, as the spoiler will not be NEARLY as strong.

3) Carbon fiber, is naturally stronger, and less flexible than molded plastic.
Don't those two answers contradict each other? If it is carbon fiber and stiffer then plastic/fiberglass why would it still need the slot?

By the way, locally we have a brand new state of the art 4.4 mile road course that I'm interested in playing on. Some rear down force to balance out the front weight bias would be appreaciated. An extra 70-90 pounds of down force at 100 MPH isn't going do anything but help to create a better weight balance. The stock wing is just useless drag now, why not make it functional?

The longest complete track in the US at 4.4 miles, this summer I saw the Rolex series come through along with the American Le Mans (the C6R was awesome!):
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 12:41 PM
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 12:54 PM
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wow that looks awesome...no all i have to do is buy an ss/sc...
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by cobalt06ss_sc


YOU NEED TO GET THIS LIP FOR THE SS/SC's

(THE LOWER PART THAT'S ADJUSTAB;E WOULD BE **** UP DUDE!!!)

this is rice(not the car, the bottom carbon fiber adjustable lip things), sorry just my 2 cents dont think that is a good item on a Cobalt, on the other hand, price does seem a little high, but i may be still gettin this, well see
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 01:10 PM
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preordering mine this afternoon
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 02:27 PM
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I was just wondering if you will be offering the caps by themselves. I have an LS spoiler and want an SS spoiler so I will prolly get the one made by cobalt-addictions seeing how the price for the entire spoiler from them is the same price for just blade and cap (no pillars) from you. I would be interested in caps only for this reason. Please let me know.
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 03:48 PM
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Pre Ordered Mine! Can't Waite
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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 06:54 PM
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Thank you all for your interest so far in this piece !

We have taken several preorders today for this piece, and thank everyone who preordered.

For everyone else that hasnt preordered one of these, we invite you to call us TOLL free to place your preorder. WE will NOT bill you for this until it ships. We are expecting these in roughly 3-4 weeks, and by the time they arrive we expect to be sold out, so dont delay !
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 02:01 AM
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do i get a free window decal for ordering? lol
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 09:16 AM
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Is the spoiler pure carbon fiber? Or fiberglass or something else overlaid with CF? I am just wondering what the weight savings will be?
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 09:32 AM
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I'm not trying to be a jerk, I would just like to make the best decision. Could we get this question answered?

Originally Posted by Modernceo
1) Yes, it has the slot on the bottom. That is done to significantly increase the strength of the spoiler, and I would NOT buy any spoiler that does not have this slot, as the spoiler will not be NEARLY as strong.

3) Carbon fiber, is naturally stronger, and less flexible than molded plastic.
Don't those two answers contradict each other? If it is carbon fiber and stiffer then plastic/fiberglass why would it still need the slot?

By the way, locally we have a brand new state of the art 4.4 mile road course that I'm interested in playing on. Some rear down force to balance out the front weight bias would be appreaciated. An extra 70-90 pounds of down force at 100 MPH isn't going do anything but help to create a better weight balance. The stock wing is just useless drag now, why not make it functional?
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 11:25 AM
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wooo son just preordered mine too...its gonna look sweet on yellow
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by BradyB
I'm not trying to be a jerk, I would just like to make the best decision. Could we get this question answered?



Don't those two answers contradict each other? If it is carbon fiber and stiffer then plastic/fiberglass why would it still need the slot?

By the way, locally we have a brand new state of the art 4.4 mile road course that I'm interested in playing on. Some rear down force to balance out the front weight bias would be appreaciated. An extra 70-90 pounds of down force at 100 MPH isn't going do anything but help to create a better weight balance. The stock wing is just useless drag now, why not make it functional?

well its an oem replacment peice...meaning it will look like the oem wing...so the slot stays, gm designed it in mind to keep it stronger...the c/f will add a little bit of streigth, but not nearly enough to eliminate the slot

just like the oem style hoods...they keep the ridges in there for strength
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by BradyB
I'm not trying to be a jerk, I would just like to make the best decision. Could we get this question answered?



Don't those two answers contradict each other? If it is carbon fiber and stiffer then plastic/fiberglass why would it still need the slot?

By the way, locally we have a brand new state of the art 4.4 mile road course that I'm interested in playing on. Some rear down force to balance out the front weight bias would be appreaciated. An extra 70-90 pounds of down force at 100 MPH isn't going do anything but help to create a better weight balance. The stock wing is just useless drag now, why not make it functional?
If you just look at my response and the wording, it can easily look like it contradicts each other.

This piece was designed to be very strong, and it is MUCH stronger than the factory piece because it 1) has the slot which helps reduce any possible flex) and 2) because its made from carbon fiber and is much more solid than thin plastic.

I assure you this piece is strong, and is designed well.
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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 07:33 PM
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Thank you all for your preorders by the way. We are close to 10-15% presold and are still about 3.5 weeks away.

Again, I give you my word, and my companies word that there is NO harm in preordering, and that Modern Performance, and myself have been here for close to 10 years now, and we have preordered a lot of products, the first for the Cobalt community being the K&N intake. We released that product to the market and preordered/sold a lot of them !

Thank you all for your interest, for anyone else that has questions, or would like to preorder one, please shoot me an email, call us toll free or post on here !

Thanks !
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