Wicker bill or not?

[Doug Halsey]

My dealer said they would sell it to me for $337.73 (which matches an internet price) & about $120 to install.

[total package]

I know I will never truly recognize the benefits, but the cool factor makes it a must have!

[chimazo]

Originally Posted by Robbie1227

Chimazo,
Thanks for the photos
Is that the GM version?

Yep, GM version. Top pick is of the template (included). As someone else mentioned, once the supply is gone...

As a side note, it appears that GM initially was going to include the wickerbill as standard, at least according to a 11/2013 press release (excerpt below as part of "five primary contributors to the Z/28’s aero supremacy:"

"2. Rear spoiler with ‘wickerbill’
At the outset of development, the aerodynamic coefficient of drag goal was achieved with original Camaro SS content and an accessory rear spoiler, but to meet the downforce requirements for Z/28, the rear spoiler was modified with a “wickerbill” – a small, vertical tab at the edge of the spoiler. Although an aesthetically minor change, it adds approximately 28 counts of drag, improving rear lift performance by 70 counts. That allows the Z/28 to handle turns at higher speeds and delivers greater overall high-speed stability."

[Crushinator]

Originally Posted by Doug Halsey

My dealer said they would sell it to me for $337.73 (which matches an internet price) & about $120 to install.

With the proper tools and lots of measuring, it's really not that difficult to do yourself. Once you have the measurements exact, drill the holes, install the rivnuts and bolt it on. Took about an hour and a half with 45 minutes of measuring, then measuring again...and again. I bought a micrometer to get the center of each hole exactly the same across the spoiler. Use a small bit for the pilot hole, then a larger one, then the proper one. I can't remember the exact size off-hand. But you definitely need a rivnut tool, or you can use the homemade one guys on other threads have used. Hell, drive it up to PA and I'll do it for you.

[phillyflyer]

Originally Posted by Crushinator

Hell, drive it up to PA and I'll do it for you.

Crap...should have posted this a couple weeks ago ...I butchered my install

I think I need to find larger rivnuts now based on how bad the holes came out with my "exactly" sized drill bit

Have one more attempt before going to the body shop for help

[Aero_Sport_Concepts]

The best Drill Bit to drill the holes for the Nutserts is a Multi-Step Bit. This type of bit does Not tear up the Fiberglass or ABS.
Each manufacturer uses their own size Nutserts so there's not just one size fits all.
We have a video on our website for the installation of our kit.

Kurt

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[68camaroz28]

Originally Posted by D2M

Here you go.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Wick...pXLN3I&vxp=mtr

I purchased one over the winter for just under $300 with free shipping and have not put on yet as I was debating whether to do or not but wanted one as others have mentioned to have and wanted the GM part.
Now with this thread I've decided to get that rascal on.

[LT1Zob]

I have Kurt's Aero Sport one. Honestly, don't waste the money paying someone to install it. It's easy, well easy after you drill the first hole then you know there's no turning back. But seriously, there's no room for error on the tiny 2013 1LE spoiler. If I managed it on mine, you guys should have 0 issues on your nice, roomy, tall spoilers.

[kingbambino22]

I had the wickerbill set to it's highest setting and left it there. First, made the car way more stable street and track. Second, I actually gain mpg when driving on road trips. Third, I also had rear camera so I wasn't worried about seeing behind the car. cruising at 80 mph felt like driving at caddy. Also went down the strip with n without the wickerbill and I'll never do it again without it lol. This was all before I traded the Z/28 in with 11K in 11 months. I was my DD

[Robbie1227]

Does anyone actually adjust it up or down?
Can you tell the difference?
I'm seriously considering the OEM or the Aero Sport version.
Could there actually be a difference in performance between the two?

[JusticePete]

You call that a wicker bill? This is a Wicker Bill.

[Robbie1227]

Pete,
That wing is simply out of control, lol
A little over the top for my Z, but still awesome!

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by Robbie1227

Pete,
That wing is simply out of control, lol
A little over the top for my Z, but still awesome!

it needs to be that big to balance out the front splitter. They are AWESOME at speed.

[Robbie1227]

Nice ride!
Love the carbon hood, roof and trunk!
Looks sick!