Has anyone except Aserrano tried out the mustangs mach 1 chin spoiler? I think its the cheapest, best looking front end mod that can done. But thats my question, does anybody have any knowledge on how this part fits, if it needs trimming etc. If not i may be willing to shed the $100 to test it out.
Mach 1 chin spoiler
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Boomhower
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Fla02LS said:
I brought this up a month or so ago. It looks great on Aserrano's car and if I'm not mistaken it wasn't a perfect fit but it will flex a bit to fit an LS. However after comparing side by side pics of Aserrano's car to mine, I didn't think it would very good with the LSE sport package, (front bumper and side skirts), that my car has. I don't time right now or i would, but do a search for the mach 1 chin spoiler. I posted a link to a website where I found one for around $100. A lot of other website's I found wanted $250 to $300 IIRC.
Right now on eBay they go for $95 plus shipping. Using the paypal $20 discount that puts the total under $100 which isnt bad at all. I just dont want to have to resell it because it wont fit without major modification. I am looking for something i can do myself in the driveway. I kinda expect that i'd have to take a dremel to it though.Boomhower said:
fonsito
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Thanks for your comments... sincerely I didnt know that this mod would go this far... i thought it was a lousy idea...
Boomhower
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aserrano said:
Definetly not lousy. Very unique considering all the options we all know that the LS doesn't have.......IIRC you said a buddy put this on for you as a gift? Could you ask him how hard it was and if any modification was needed?
fonsito
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Boomhower said:
I will do that when i talk to him this week...
Thanks for your comments...
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GrayGhost1
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It looks real good and isn't a lousy idea. You should write up some installation instructions and post them on here for others to do the modification.aserrano said:
Rodewaryer
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I second the comments previous, and I know those pics don't show any close up detail but so far that looks real good....enough to want to know what problems need to be dealt with to fit it......
jumpman6235
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yea i think it would look a lot better painted
also sprintechs + chin spoiler, need to watch out while parking and not go too forward, the concrete block will just rip it right off... but yea im liking how it looks, im considering this mod
also sprintechs + chin spoiler, need to watch out while parking and not go too forward, the concrete block will just rip it right off... but yea im liking how it looks, im considering this mod
I like it because to me all the other kits (razzi, WW, etc) look too much like a hunk of plastic added on. I guess if its painted really good and had a good install those others are ok, but to me the mach spoiler is very subtle yet definately looks different. I have a black LS so i think the install would look great and they are inexpensive compared to the others.
fonsito
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jumpman6235 said:
In the next 2 weeks im going to install Sprint Springs so ill let you know
DragonDesign
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I also will join the ranks of those who think its a nice simple mod. Question though, what year of Mustang are we talking about here? I'm sure ebay is cheapest, but the dealership should carry these as well right? Now if only it wasn't too cold up in Canada to work on this right now.... can someone post an example eBay link for what we should be looking for if we're interested in this mod?
machlsowner
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The chin spoiler only came on the mach 1 mustangs. The mach 1 was only made during the '03 and '04 (their was one made back in the day, this is a "retro" style mustang). Dealers are fairly expensive and other than e-bay the chin spoilers are difficult to came by at a decent price. This is a great idea and I have been looking for one for a while now, I have a mach 1 hence the name machlsowner. The spoilers look great on the mach and the ls.
Boomhower
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I don't know about ebay but this is the cheapest I found a while back. The part # matches the one aserrano installed on his car.
http://www.dallasmustang.com/page/products.php?product=6929
http://www.dallasmustang.com/page/products.php?product=6929
mharrison
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I like what I see. I went and checked out your cardomain page and I love the chin spoiler! NICE MOD!
mrzeee
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hi guys
That spoiler has a list price os $114.28 and LVC cost is $82.28 the push pins are 0.83 each and LVC cost is 0.62 each (14 needed). The concern is the size of the box puts it into an o/s 2 or 3 with ups/fedx hence the 70pound shipping weight even though it weighs about 8 pounds.
Max
That spoiler has a list price os $114.28 and LVC cost is $82.28 the push pins are 0.83 each and LVC cost is 0.62 each (14 needed). The concern is the size of the box puts it into an o/s 2 or 3 with ups/fedx hence the 70pound shipping weight even though it weighs about 8 pounds.
Max
Aserrano any word on how hard the install was yet? I am in neeed of a lip anyway a racoon got the best of mine. I would rather use that mach 1 over a stock lip though. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Thanks
DragonDesign
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Hey guys,
I ordered one of these from Ford yesterday. I looked at the eBay ones, but by the time I factored in shipping to Canada and the exchange rate, it was only a little more money to buy it from the parts dept. and they had it in stock 18 hours later. So......
All that being said, the thing is put on, and here's how to do it:
Total process took me about an hour and a half, but that was leaving a lot of time for making sure I had things lined up correctly. There is some cutting involved, but it is very minor.
Tools required:
4 Spring loaded clamps; Drill & Bits; Pliers; Rotary Tool (Dremel) or soldering gun with cutting tips or fine tooth saw; Crazy glue (optional); Jack / Jack stands
Materials Required:
00-04Mustang Mach 1 Lower Front Valence (Lip)
"Christmas tree" plastic push plugs X10 or Zip Ties
Step 1: The valence comes with three push screws in it already, the christmas tree type. Push these out and keep for later.
Step 2: Line the valence up with the bottom of your front bumper. It should be about 1/2" Narrower than the width of the bumper and will extend too far back and hit your tires by about 5" each side. Make sure you got the right one because the next step will make this impossible to return.
Step 3: Using the dremel tool, a saw, or a cutting tip on a soldering iron, cut approximately 3-4" off each end of the valence. Optional: don't trim all the way to the end of where the bumper goes, leave it about 1 1/2" too long each side right now. I'll explain why later. The important part for now is that you can hold it up under the bumper without it binding on the wheels.
Step 4: Using the spring clamps, clamp the valence under the front bumper using the lip on the top of the valence (with the holes in it). Take the time to line everything up and make sure you have it the way you want. The sides will stick in too far at this point, but don't worry.
Step 5: On one side of the car, pull the side of the valence out until it lines up properly. The plastic is quite flexible so it's pretty easy to line up. What you're going to do now is decide how you want the ends to be finished. The easiest way is to mark the valence with a chalk pencil so that the end will line up with the wheel well, then cut it. The other option is to make sure that the valence extends into the wheel well the same distance as the height of the valence (about 1 1/2"). Using the dremel tool, cut only the vertical side of the valence. What you're going to do is fold the plastic tab created by cutting the vertical face in behind the rest of the valence, making an end cap for the end of the valence. It sounds complicated, but i'll try to take a picture if necessary. Once you have the cut done to your satisfaction, put krazy glue on the small tab, then fold in behind, and clamp tight, then wait to dry. Repeat other side.
Step 6: Jack up one side of the car, or put the front end up on jack stands (with park brake on and back wheels blocked etc.) You need the front end high enough that you can comfortably get a drill under it.
Step 7: Using a drill bit the size of the three original push pins (christmas tree), Drill into the bumper through the hole that the pin was originally in. Push the pin in. Fit should be tight.
Step 8: Measure the width of the other 10 christmas tree plugs you have and find an accordingly sized drill bit. Using one of the ends you cut off, drill a test piece and see how tight the fit is. Proceed to drill holes through the valence and into the bumper working from the outsides to the middle and insert push pins. If you run out of pins and can see daylight through a crack between the valence and the bumper you can drill additional holes and use zip ties. If you wanted you could run a strip of duct tape around the joint to prevent anyone from seeing through, but if you've pushed the pins in correctly it should fit tight and there should be very little gap.
Step 9: Lower the car, remove the clamps, step back and admire your work.
Hopefully this helps everyone out. It's not tough when you put your mind to it and actually do it, you just need to get over the need to cut a $170 piece of plastic.
I ordered one of these from Ford yesterday. I looked at the eBay ones, but by the time I factored in shipping to Canada and the exchange rate, it was only a little more money to buy it from the parts dept. and they had it in stock 18 hours later. So......
All that being said, the thing is put on, and here's how to do it:
Total process took me about an hour and a half, but that was leaving a lot of time for making sure I had things lined up correctly. There is some cutting involved, but it is very minor.
Tools required:
4 Spring loaded clamps; Drill & Bits; Pliers; Rotary Tool (Dremel) or soldering gun with cutting tips or fine tooth saw; Crazy glue (optional); Jack / Jack stands
Materials Required:
00-04Mustang Mach 1 Lower Front Valence (Lip)
"Christmas tree" plastic push plugs X10 or Zip Ties
Step 1: The valence comes with three push screws in it already, the christmas tree type. Push these out and keep for later.
Step 2: Line the valence up with the bottom of your front bumper. It should be about 1/2" Narrower than the width of the bumper and will extend too far back and hit your tires by about 5" each side. Make sure you got the right one because the next step will make this impossible to return.
Step 3: Using the dremel tool, a saw, or a cutting tip on a soldering iron, cut approximately 3-4" off each end of the valence. Optional: don't trim all the way to the end of where the bumper goes, leave it about 1 1/2" too long each side right now. I'll explain why later. The important part for now is that you can hold it up under the bumper without it binding on the wheels.
Step 4: Using the spring clamps, clamp the valence under the front bumper using the lip on the top of the valence (with the holes in it). Take the time to line everything up and make sure you have it the way you want. The sides will stick in too far at this point, but don't worry.
Step 5: On one side of the car, pull the side of the valence out until it lines up properly. The plastic is quite flexible so it's pretty easy to line up. What you're going to do now is decide how you want the ends to be finished. The easiest way is to mark the valence with a chalk pencil so that the end will line up with the wheel well, then cut it. The other option is to make sure that the valence extends into the wheel well the same distance as the height of the valence (about 1 1/2"). Using the dremel tool, cut only the vertical side of the valence. What you're going to do is fold the plastic tab created by cutting the vertical face in behind the rest of the valence, making an end cap for the end of the valence. It sounds complicated, but i'll try to take a picture if necessary. Once you have the cut done to your satisfaction, put krazy glue on the small tab, then fold in behind, and clamp tight, then wait to dry. Repeat other side.
Step 6: Jack up one side of the car, or put the front end up on jack stands (with park brake on and back wheels blocked etc.) You need the front end high enough that you can comfortably get a drill under it.
Step 7: Using a drill bit the size of the three original push pins (christmas tree), Drill into the bumper through the hole that the pin was originally in. Push the pin in. Fit should be tight.
Step 8: Measure the width of the other 10 christmas tree plugs you have and find an accordingly sized drill bit. Using one of the ends you cut off, drill a test piece and see how tight the fit is. Proceed to drill holes through the valence and into the bumper working from the outsides to the middle and insert push pins. If you run out of pins and can see daylight through a crack between the valence and the bumper you can drill additional holes and use zip ties. If you wanted you could run a strip of duct tape around the joint to prevent anyone from seeing through, but if you've pushed the pins in correctly it should fit tight and there should be very little gap.
Step 9: Lower the car, remove the clamps, step back and admire your work.
Hopefully this helps everyone out. It's not tough when you put your mind to it and actually do it, you just need to get over the need to cut a $170 piece of plastic.
NickLS
Dedicated LVC Member
Now Dragon... you KNOW that you can't do any mod with PICTURES 
... This would have been a good write up w/ pics to keep in the tech article file.
Oh well, I'm sure it looks fierce..
Take some shots and post
... This would have been a good write up w/ pics to keep in the tech article file. Oh well, I'm sure it looks fierce..
Take some shots and post
DragonDesign
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Haha yeah I knew pictures would be useful, but I was too excited last night and just had to type it all out first. There really isn't a whole lot to photograph other than the finished product. I'll take a picture of the way I finished the ends tonight, but unfortunately the krazy glue didn't hold, so I need to find some kind of epoxy that will fuse it together better.
As for paint, I'm leaving mine black, because I have the midnight grey paint and I think it matches pretty well. It complements the black in the grille (upper and lower) and looks more like a trim piece than a body mod. It would probably look good body colored, but if you end up chewing it up on curbs/potholes then the paint won't look as good. The plastic is black all the way through, so you don't really need to worry about it. Also, if you're going to paint, make sure you get a really flexible paint or else it will just flake off.
This is the same part that Aseranno has on his car I beleive, so to clarify, no it isn't a body kit, it is a rubber valence. Yes, I got mine from the Ford dealership in town here by asking for the lower front valence for the Mustang Mach 1 '00 to '04. I dont know the part number, but the list price in Canada is $179.99. I got a 10% discount for being a preferred customer (all I reallty had to do was ask for it). I know that's more expensive than the eBay ones, but it was quick delivery, and shipping to Canada for the eBay ones is substantial.
As for paint, I'm leaving mine black, because I have the midnight grey paint and I think it matches pretty well. It complements the black in the grille (upper and lower) and looks more like a trim piece than a body mod. It would probably look good body colored, but if you end up chewing it up on curbs/potholes then the paint won't look as good. The plastic is black all the way through, so you don't really need to worry about it. Also, if you're going to paint, make sure you get a really flexible paint or else it will just flake off.
This is the same part that Aseranno has on his car I beleive, so to clarify, no it isn't a body kit, it is a rubber valence. Yes, I got mine from the Ford dealership in town here by asking for the lower front valence for the Mustang Mach 1 '00 to '04. I dont know the part number, but the list price in Canada is $179.99. I got a 10% discount for being a preferred customer (all I reallty had to do was ask for it). I know that's more expensive than the eBay ones, but it was quick delivery, and shipping to Canada for the eBay ones is substantial.
I would love to do this to my car, but I don't know what it would look like on a luxary Lincoln ls with the light parchment gold colour. I to would leave it black. I have the lower grille painted black so that would make it match. I have to get a little better at photoshop and then maybe i will be able to see what it looks like and get one.