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Old Aug 24, 2020 | 04:08 PM
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comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I was talking to a guy on FB and he mentioned the hawks spoiler was a closer repro I wanted to put this out and see what Y'all have noticed if you have either one, I currently been waiting for a OER 3 months and Hawks say that have that much of a delay also - UGH
what have you guys seen, please post up which one you have and your issues fitting and how it compares to OE
Pics were sent by FB guy same car different spolers
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I believe the picture above is the Hawks spoiler



and this is OER the side spears are "thicker" than the hawks

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Old Aug 24, 2020 | 06:22 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I have the Hawks and like it, slightly different than oem but it’s a good fit.
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Old Aug 24, 2020 | 06:49 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

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I have the Hawks and like it, slightly different than oem but it’s a good fit.
do you have center brake light? Fit issues with that?
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Old Aug 24, 2020 | 07:10 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I do, the fit could be better IMO, but I can’t remember how the original fit. Here are some pictures for you to decide.


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Old Aug 24, 2020 | 11:40 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I have the Hawks wrap around as well. I like it overall. You have to modify the 3rd brake light housing, shave it down on top half. Keep the curve but shave it down. Mine came out fine. If I have 1 complaint its the mounting on the sides They just give you 2 metal clips. It doesnt use the plastic ones form the factory. I may modify mine to use the clips but the ones provided seem to be OK.
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Old Aug 25, 2020 | 09:24 AM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I bought mine from Hawks 2 years ago. We had to do some prepping/sanding and sanded the third brakelight housing a bit. Overall great fit and finish. It depends on prepwork of the spoiler. On and off several times till I was happy. Some of the pictures of hatch while it was popped open.









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Old Aug 27, 2020 | 10:22 AM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

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I bought mine from Hawks 2 years ago. We had to do some prepping/sanding and sanded the third brakelight housing a bit. Overall great fit and finish. It depends on prepwork of the spoiler. On and off several times till I was happy. Some of the pictures of hatch while it was popped open.



Bob I think I've seen pics of your car and spoiler before, I Love that color over my plain red - can I have it ? lol
anyone with OER out there? comments?
by all mean post any A/M wraparound spoilers pics you want
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Old Aug 27, 2020 | 10:43 AM
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My Classic Industries unit looks good. Wasn't perfect fitting, but way lighter than the original and im happy with it.
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Old Sep 2, 2020 | 11:51 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I had mine from Hawks for more than 8 yrs now and still looks like I put it on yesterday

000 0030
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Old Sep 7, 2020 | 01:11 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

Here is a pic of my Hawks wrap around:



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Old Sep 21, 2020 | 06:57 AM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

Well I decided to cancel OER spoiler and order the Hawks with a estimated 3 month wait time
anyone else feel free to post up pics and give your opinions on fitment and comparison to OE
bee my guest
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Old Sep 21, 2020 | 10:52 AM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

Originally Posted by zman1969
Well I decided to cancel OER spoiler and order the Hawks with a estimated 3 month wait time
anyone else feel free to post up pics and give your opinions on fitment and comparison to OE
bee my guest
3 Months? Why so long?
Once you get it you will be happy despite minor changes to the 3rd brake light you will need to do. I really like mine a lot. Its very light and easy to work with. Plus less stress on the lift shocks.
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Old Oct 8, 2020 | 07:29 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I found one in the junkyard. The only thing is the 2 little clips don't seem vey secure bt aside from that I couldn't tell it was a repro!


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Old Oct 8, 2020 | 07:35 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

Originally Posted by Hawkeye1980
3 Months? Why so long?
Once you get it you will be happy despite minor changes to the 3rd brake light you will need to do. I really like mine a lot. Its very light and easy to work with. Plus less stress on the lift shocks.
Guess they're busy and covid who knows?

QUOTE=1989karr;6398547]I found one in the junkyard. The only thing is the 2 little clips don't seem vey secure bt aside from that I couldn't tell it was a repro![/QUOTE]
Hope it's for sale? Oh and local lol
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Old Oct 8, 2020 | 09:53 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

Originally Posted by zman1969
Guess they're busy and covid who knows?

QUOTE=1989karr;6398547]I found one in the junkyard. The only thing is the 2 little clips don't seem vey secure bt aside from that I couldn't tell it was a repro!
Hope it's for sale? Oh and local lol[/QUOTE]


it was and is now mine!

$$& but it really saved on shipping and it was already bodyworked....didnt appear to have issues with the center light though?
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Old Oct 29, 2020 | 07:00 PM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

I have had the Hawks spoiler for 5 years now. I like it. I had my body shop guy paint and fit it. He did have to modify the 3rd brake light a bit but a great fit.
We didn't use the clips provided with the kit, instead I remember a thread here on the install. The thread will probably show up if you do a search. We used pan head sheet metal screws to mount the sides using the stock brackets on the rear window.
The thread even gave the size of screw.
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Old Aug 16, 2021 | 08:44 AM
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Re: comparison of Hawks and OER wraparound spoilers opinions please

Well thought I would update with pics since its done now
this was the before


and this was after




I am happy with this Hawks spoiler was packed well too
I also got a 91-92 Aero for my 90 and here it is (updated rear bumper too)


I actually swapped trunks from car to car 87 was never sealed when 91-92 lid was put on it but now no longer leaks


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