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FUEGO · 09-05-2016, 02:27 PM

I know guys have changed the factory spoiler with aftermarket spoilers on convertibles - I'm asking if anybody has done the HIGH WING spoiler with pictures maybe? Does it hit the shark fin and do the holes line up? (2011 ss vert)

This is the one I want..

TurboNarwhal · 09-05-2016, 03:20 PM

Convertibles antennae is under the spoiler. You have to have a spoiler with provisions to fit it. either that or you have to relocate it. I have not seen anyone with a high wing on a vert for that reason.

TurboNarwhal · 09-05-2016, 03:30 PM

There will be holes that need either plugs or to be welded shut. Hard top guys have this same issue. The stock spoilers are attached with 5 holes, 3 will bi visible with the high wing.

FUEGO · 09-05-2016, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by TurboNarwhal

There will be holes that need either plugs or to be welded shut. Hard top guys have this same issue. The stock spoilers are attached with 5 holes, 3 will bi visible with the high wing.

Much appreciated brother! How much does welding the holes usually run a guy I can imagine it would need to be painted after the holes are filled? Hmm are the plugs an eye sore?

If anybody has this mod please post a pic so I can decide if itd worth the headache

DRKS1D3 · 09-19-2016, 06:01 AM

It's your car, it's ultimately your decision. With that being said, it going to be an expensive, pain in the a**. As stated, the antennae is inside the stock spoiler, so you'll have to figure out where to remount it. Next, getting the holes welded shut and repainted will be another issue in and of itself. I'd leave it be and mod something else. Your Camaro will thank you for not subjecting it to the vaunted "Grocery Cart" (high-wing spoiler mod).

Mike J · 09-19-2016, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by DRKS1D3

It's your car, it's ultimately your decision. With that being said, it going to be an expensive, pain in the a**. As stated, the antennae is inside the stock spoiler, so you'll have to figure out where to remount it. Next, getting the holes welded shut and repainted will be another issue in and of itself. I'd leave it be and mod something else. Your Camaro will thank you for not subjecting it to the vaunted "Grocery Cart" (high-wing spoiler mod).

FUEGO · 09-19-2016, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DRKS1D3

It's your car, it's ultimately your decision. With that being said, it going to be an expensive, pain in the a**. As stated, the antennae is inside the stock spoiler, so you'll have to figure out where to remount it. Next, getting the holes welded shut and repainted will be another issue in and of itself. I'd leave it be and mod something else. Your Camaro will thank you for not subjecting it to the vaunted "Grocery Cart" (high-wing spoiler mod).

Yea some of us just like to be a little differnt I don't want to look like every other camaro in my town but you are right sounds like a headache but I wounder if id be the ONLY convertible with the high wing... waiting for somebody to prove me wrong.....

ron123 · 09-23-2016, 06:39 AM

Another option ...
You could remove the current trunk lid with the attached spoiler and put that in storage.
Then, install a pristine condition used LS Trunk lid in your car color (without spoiler - no mounting holes from factory). And then drill holes only where needed to mount the new high wing spoiler.

If you want/need to revert back to factory look it would only take minutes to swap out the trunk lid.
Ron

FUEGO · 09-23-2016, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ron123

Another option ...
You could remove the current trunk lid with the attached spoiler and put that in storage.
Then, install a pristine condition used LS Trunk lid in your car color (without spoiler - no mounting holes from factory). And then drill holes only where needed to mount the new high wing spoiler.

If you want/need to revert back to factory look it would only take minutes to swap out the trunk lid.
Ron

That did cross my mind I tried to do a search but I haven't been able to find any trunk lids without a spoiler .... anybody know where I could find one??

ZED SLED · 09-23-2016, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by DRKS1D3

It's your car, it's ultimately your decision. With that being said, it going to be an expensive, pain in the a**. As stated, the antennae is inside the stock spoiler, so you'll have to figure out where to remount it. Next, getting the holes welded shut and repainted will be another issue in and of itself. I'd leave it be and mod something else. Your Camaro will thank you for not subjecting it to the vaunted "Grocery Cart" (high-wing spoiler mod).

But high wings are much more versatile

98_Camaro · 09-26-2016, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by FUEGO

That did cross my mind I tried to do a search but I haven't been able to find any trunk lids without a spoiler .... anybody know where I could find one??

You're going to be looking long and hard. I think the spoiler became stock on all trims in 2012, which means your option is to find a 2011 LT vert, but it's going to have the AM/FM antenna attached to the top like so.

flipstyledsm22 · 09-26-2016, 09:22 AM

No spoiler is ugly in my opinion.

Who cares what others think. The 3rd gens looked great with the high rise spoilers. My friend in high school had it on his vert and it looked stout! Too bad I can't find pictures of it anywhere.

I plan on putting a 14' Z28 spoiler on my ZL1.

FUEGO · 09-26-2016, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by flipstyledsm22

No spoiler is ugly in my opinion.

Who cares what others think. The 3rd gens looked great with the high rise spoilers. My friend in high school had it on his vert and it looked stout! Too bad I can't find pictures of it anywhere.

I plan on putting a 14' Z28 spoiler on my ZL1.

That would look nice man! Yea I dont really care what others say i think it will look pretty sweet with the top down ive seen an even bigger racing high wing on a hard top rally sport that was bagged abd boosted it makes tye camaro look like a super car i can only imagine with the wide body kit ...

KROLIS · 10-10-2016, 06:53 PM

saw a 2017 vert that had a high rise spoiler, looked good

09-05-2016, 02:27 PM	#1
FUEGO BEASST Drives: Murderd convertible Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Sacramento CA Posts: 83	HIGH WING SPOILER ON VERT??? I know guys have changed the factory spoiler with aftermarket spoilers on convertibles - I'm asking if anybody has done the HIGH WING spoiler with pictures maybe? Does it hit the shark fin and do the holes line up? (2011 ss vert) This is the one I want.. __________________ 2011 SS L99

09-05-2016, 03:20 PM	#2
TurboNarwhal Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Twin Turbo Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Elizabethtown, KY Posts: 240	Convertibles antennae is under the spoiler. You have to have a spoiler with provisions to fit it. either that or you have to relocate it. I have not seen anyone with a high wing on a vert for that reason. __________________

09-05-2016, 03:30 PM	#3
TurboNarwhal Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Twin Turbo Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Elizabethtown, KY Posts: 240	There will be holes that need either plugs or to be welded shut. Hard top guys have this same issue. The stock spoilers are attached with 5 holes, 3 will bi visible with the high wing. __________________

09-19-2016, 06:01 AM	#5
DRKS1D3 Drives: '17 Corvette Grand Sport M7 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 3,748	It's your car, it's ultimately your decision. With that being said, it going to be an expensive, pain in the a. As stated, the antennae is inside the stock spoiler, so you'll have to figure out where to remount it. Next, getting the holes welded shut and repainted will be another issue in and of itself. I'd leave it be and mod something else. Your Camaro will thank you for not subjecting it to the vaunted "Grocery Cart" (high-wing spoiler mod). Attached Images __________________ MY RIDE: 2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT--TRIPLE BLACK, 7 SPEED MANUAL, VARARAM TCR-7 INTAKE, BORLA CATLESS X-PIPE, CARBON FIBER STAGE 2 AERO, MGW SHORT-THROW SHIFTER SOLD2011 TRIPLE BLACK SS CONVERTIBLE--6 SPEED MANUAL, MANY MODS, 455 RWHP/435 RWTQ DAD'S RIDE: 2012 ZL1 #1866--BLACK, 6 SPEED MANUAL, EXPOSED CF HOOD, POLISHED WHEELS, SUNROOF, ROTO-FAB INTAKE** "Silly Americans, taking from the rich and giving to the poor only works in fairy tales. Success is earned here!".

09-23-2016, 06:39 AM	#8
ron123 Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,054	Another option ... You could remove the current trunk lid with the attached spoiler and put that in storage. Then, install a pristine condition used LS Trunk lid in your car color (without spoiler - no mounting holes from factory). And then drill holes only where needed to mount the new high wing spoiler. If you want/need to revert back to factory look it would only take minutes to swap out the trunk lid. Ron __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, Z28 CAI and High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 5.1:1 Ratio Short-Throw Shifter, ZL1 Pedals, ZL1 splash guards, NPP Dual-mode quad tip exhaust, Z28 strut tower brace, Camaro LED Cup-holders with footwell Lighting option, Leather visors, and Leather E-brake boot. Chevy dealer sponsored 67 retro SS nose stripe package.

09-26-2016, 09:22 AM	#12
flipstyledsm22 Let's go fishing! Drives: a car with 8 cylinders Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Seabrook, Texas Posts: 1,129 View My Garage	No spoiler is ugly in my opinion. Who cares what others think. The 3rd gens looked great with the high rise spoilers. My friend in high school had it on his vert and it looked stout! Too bad I can't find pictures of it anywhere. I plan on putting a 14' Z28 spoiler on my ZL1. __________________ "When choosing between two evils, I always like to try the one I’ve never tried before." Mae West 1892-1980

10-10-2016, 06:53 PM	#14
KROLIS Drives: 2017 2LT/RS & 2013 2LT/RS vert Join Date: May 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 383 View My Garage	saw a 2017 vert that had a high rise spoiler, looked good