Doug Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 I'm going to reword this... I have a pair of Millwood wrap around wing protectors and would appreciate advice on the best and smartest way to fit them. I don't want to glue them, since they;ll have to come off if I replace a wing. Thanks 'Have you any idea what it's like to have the wind rushing through your hair!' (Quote:Sq Cdr the Lord Flashheart) Edited by - doug on 6 Oct 2010 16:31:59 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micksmetafors Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Hi, I fitted mine with silicone sealant. neen on for 6 months now and no movement. You should be able to peel them off if the need arises. Cheers, Steve Glos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Day Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 I fitted mine with 4 discrete black aluminium M5 x 16mm bolts from here. Used some suitable plastic nuts but can't remember where they came from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskossie Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 I fitted mine with a number of small black oxide stainless hex-head button bolts and nuts around three edges, spaced about 5 inches apart. I had my Millwoods clear-coated (as I did all my carbon-fiber parts), but after 7000 miles, the protectors are quite pitted and dull-looking. I would have also put two layers of clear-bra on the protectors, if I had thought of it before installing. Does the c/f weave pattern in your Millwoods run on the diagonal? Mine does, and thus they don't blend with the CC c/f rear wings, where the pattern runs vertically. I have been in touch with Millwood about getting a set of protectors with a vertical weave pattern. We are still discussing it... Alaskossie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakeandlizzy Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 Yes, bolted on is a good idea. One thing that I have seen on mine is snow/water/dirt can slip between the protector and eventually you will have to remove/clean behind it. I use plastic bolts/nuts. Two on the top - edge closest to the car and in the middle and a third on the top out edge. Finally, just one in the lowest point next to the body. They are the best though for sure -- as compared to the CC ones which leave the outer edge of the fender exposed. How much are they at Millwoods these days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budjuggler Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 I have used black silicone sealant on two pairs (on two cars) and have had no problems. It makes for a very neat finish and a bead along the top edge smoothed down also prevents ingress of grit. I also think that, if necessary they could be levered off without damage - and the sealant removed from the wing - also without damage. Andy - AR ReHaB The Cat in front is a Toyota .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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