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AJ's 911

01-18-2014 12:29 PM

Adding a Duck tail on a 1984 3.2 Targa

Newbie question....I was wondering if anyone has put a duck tail rear spoiler on an 84 Carrera 3.2?

Besides the painting to match, is this a DIY project? Will there be additional adjustments that needs to be made to make it fit? i.e. Locking mechanism, struts, hardware under the grill ettc...
Not sure if pre-drilled holes are already part of these packages.

I have seen a few available in another site one for $590 and another for $400. Any reviews or recommendations? Thanks in advance!

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Ronnie's.930

01-18-2014 12:47 PM

There are many past threads on this if you do a search with words such as targa, duck and tail (such as the following) -

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/484668-targa-tails.html

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/712796-ducking-targa.html

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/174754-targa-poll-tail-no-tail.html

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/153213-duck-tail-installation-help-cheats.html

AJ's 911

01-18-2014 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Ronnie's.930 (Post 7863386)

Thanks Ronnie. I saw some of the threads, but did not really want a picture fest, but rather a thread of the typical issues others have come across when DIY ing a pre-fab duck tail. The 2nd and 4th link helped as it looks like the fitment may require more work... Sanding, adding shims, adding rubber seals etc...so that it sits properly and aligned to the rear panels.

JQ911

01-18-2014 01:32 PM

duck installation

I installed mine a few months ago. Fortunately, the I got was made of an original deck lid and glassed duck tail on top of it so I only had minor things done like adding shims on the hinge, removed one shock strut and made my own bracket for the engine compartment light fixture. I had to transfer the latch and rubber nipple thingies from my factory whale tail to the duck. Btw, mine was painted by a body shop.

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theclaw

01-18-2014 01:57 PM

Certainly a DIY project. I bought an all fiberglass ducktail. Like with anything glass, you'll have to drill some holes and do some sanding to get it all smooth. I had to fabricate something to mount the rear evap to (short piece of PVC pipe) but I later removed the A/C.

Best solution is to have one mounted to your existing lid but then you can't go back. I think it's Sonjay (?) here on the board that will do it and the feedback on the board is all very good.

I had the body shop paint it. Very pleased with how it all came out.

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theclaw

01-18-2014 02:00 PM

Another shot before the D-Zug grill and bumper mod.

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AJ's 911

01-18-2014 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theclaw (Post 7863468)

Certainly a DIY project. I bought an all fiberglass duck tail. Like with anything glass, you'll have to drill some holes and do some sanding to get it all smooth. I had to fabricate something to mount the rear evap to (short piece of PVC pipe) but I later removed the A/C.

Best solution is to have one mounted to your existing lid but then you can't go back. I think it's Sonjay (?) here on the board that will do it and the feedback on the board is all very good.

I had the body shop paint it. Very pleased with how it all came out.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1390085847.jpg

I really like how flush it sits when compared to some of the pics I have seen elsewhere in the forum. I often wondered whether it was the choice brand of fiberglass duck tail or how it was installed. Btw is the grill you installed custom or universal fit? Looks sharp!

theclaw

01-18-2014 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by AJ's 911 (Post 7863489)

I think it's a bit of both. You have to get a good part first, that helps keep to a minimum the work you have to do to make it fit right.

The grill is from D-Zug. Pelican member "al lkosmal" might be making some too. I tried to do it myself, ordered the screen, cut it out, only to bend it beyond repair putting the trim on.

GothingNC

01-18-2014 02:22 PM

A few photos if the duck I installed on my Targa last year.

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AJ's 911

01-18-2014 02:35 PM

Any particular brand you guys would recommend? The ones I posted are from ***********. Also do these come with any other hardware? Thanks!

weseeeee

01-18-2014 03:06 PM

I agree that it's a DIY project. I change mine often and I have limited mechanical skills. Take your time and good luck.

JQ911

01-18-2014 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJ's 911 (Post 7863523)

Any particular brand you guys would recommend? The ones I posted are from ***********. Also do these come with any other hardware? Thanks!

Here

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/703169-best-fg-ducktail.html

redridge

01-18-2014 05:55 PM

getty was a nice fit, yes it needed work but, just cosmetic stuff.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u...psdfb200d0.jpg

redstack

01-18-2014 07:38 PM

I do like the looks of these, but I guess I was wondering about the "does that belong on an 84" question.
But my car isn't stock anyway and I might as well do what I like and not worry too much about what others think.
I mean come on, I have Pascha seats for goodness sakes.

frankc

01-18-2014 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redridge (Post 7863798)

getty was a nice fit, yes it needed work but, just cosmetic stuff.

Did you go with the Carbon Fiber or Fiberglass tail from Getty?

I am trying to decide between the Getty CF, and the Stratton glass over metal frame, and was curious how well the CF tail fit.

AJ's 911

01-18-2014 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redridge (Post 7863798)

getty was a nice fit, yes it needed work but, just cosmetic stuff.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u...psdfb200d0.jpg

Your pic is what I want my 84 Targa to look like...polished petal wheels, polished targa bar, and the duck tail with the only exception being an aluminum look grill.

j911brick

01-18-2014 09:49 PM

I'm doing one right now. I suggest getting recommendations and buying the right (good) tail. The one I'm working on will cost more to fix than just buying a good one to begin with. Most the tails I have seen did not fit right.

redridge

01-19-2014 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by frankc (Post 7863980)

Did you go with the Carbon Fiber or Fiberglass tail from Getty?

I am trying to decide between the Getty CF, and the Stratton glass over metal frame, and was curious how well the CF tail fit.

I went with FG, went the cheaper route... If I would of done it again, I would go with stratton cause of the fitment, no mocking/tinkering and prep work needed. It really is nice to have an OEM part back there.... But I was watching my $$$ since I was refreshing the whole car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJ's 911 (Post 7864011)

Your pic is what I want my 84 Targa to look like...polished petal wheels, polished targa bar, and the duck tail with the only exception being an aluminum look grill.

that's funny cause Im thinking of put an AL grill on as well...

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u...pse7dcad0b.jpg

here's another pic of the getty, Im happy with it.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u...pse66662fd.jpg

gtc	01-19-2014 12:20 PM

I wouldn't spend any of my hard-earned money at Auto Atlanta.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJ's 911 (Post 7863523)

Any particular brand you guys would recommend? The ones I posted are from ***********. Also do these come with any other hardware? Thanks!

JQ911

01-19-2014 01:48 PM

Stratton duck

I was fortunate enough to get a ducktail from Gary Stratton out of a parts trade for his piece. If I would buy one, I would still consider his product or Getty's / MA Shaw / TRE as I read a lot of positive reviews about them.

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frankc

01-19-2014 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redridge (Post 7864441)

Thanks for the feedback. I was wondering if the Getty CF tail fit any better than their FG tail. I guess I should start searching for a donor lid for a Stratton.

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