should i use betalink for my lip and diffuser?

avex8 · 07-15-2011, 11:47 PM

Hey guys, so i have the arkym lip and diffuser on for a week now. My dealer used 3M double side tape (not sure if it's the super strength one) but the rear are start to coming off and it's bugging me. I don't know if i should try again with a stronger 3m tape or use betalink. People usually use betalink for spoiler and side skirts. Dealer told me betalink are super sticky but it can damage the paint if you remove it. Any suggestion?

If i do decide to use the 3M tape again, what size should i use? Thanks

Grail05 · 07-15-2011, 11:54 PM

for Akrym diffuser 3M is strong enough.

trick on making the side to stick is to put double layer of 3M on both side of the lip.

FVM3 · 07-15-2011, 11:55 PM

I used 3M double sided tape on the front lip and diffuser, never had any problem. Go autozone or office depot and buy one, its in red.

avex8 · 07-16-2011, 12:09 AM

what size 3M you guys using? 1/2' or other measurements?

I am considering betalink because i am not planning to take the lip or diffuser off once it is on. Also there won't be any tape gap and it holds extremely well.

nesrevival · 07-16-2011, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by christopherchenm

I used 3M double sided tape on the front lip and diffuser, never had any problem. Go autozone or office depot and buy one, its in red.

+1

SIIK2NR · 07-16-2011, 01:34 AM

I recommend you use the "heavy duty" over the "exterior mounting" 3M tape.

I would never use betalink on anything...

dvpouldar26 · 07-16-2011, 02:10 AM

Use 3M tape with the red backing. Betalink, can removed, but once it does so can take some paint with it. I only use double sided tape.

Jbook · 07-16-2011, 11:38 AM

+1 I used 3M tape on my lip, diffuser, and spoiler with absolutely no issues

SchnellM3 · 07-16-2011, 05:11 PM

I used the beta link on the diffuser and 3M on the lip

Brucewonder · 12-24-2011, 02:43 AM

Bumping this thread back. I just got an Arkym diffuser installed at a trusted local shop, looked perfect after the install but once I drove it home about an hr later I noticed the driver side and corners on both ends are popping out and isnt quite flush as I like. Do you guys recommend having the shop reinstall using 3M tape again or beta-link it and call it a day?

///M Ryder · 12-24-2011, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Brucewonder

Bumping this thread back. I just got an Arkym diffuser installed at a trusted local shop, looked perfect after the install but once I drove it home about an hr later I noticed the driver side and corners on both ends are popping out and isnt quite flush as I like. Do you guys recommend having the shop reinstall using 3M tape again or beta-link it and call it a day?

Post some pictures and then check this thread...............Phil
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=490921

MisterM3 · 12-24-2011, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Jbook

+1 I used 3M tape on my lip, diffuser, and spoiler with absolutely no issues

me too. no issues at all.

Brucewonder · 12-25-2011, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Ryder

Post some pictures and then check this thread...............Phil
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=490921

Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterM3

me too. no issues at all.

Thanks guys...I guess I might get the guys at LTBMW to do it again with the tape on Monday (also dropping the car

). Im super anal about things like this

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avex8 Major 324 Rep 1,337 Posts Drives: 11 E92 m3, 15 F80 M3, GLC 63 Join Date: May 2011 Location: San Diego iTrader: (3)	should i use betalink for my lip and diffuser? Hey guys, so i have the arkym lip and diffuser on for a week now. My dealer used 3M double side tape (not sure if it's the super strength one) but the rear are start to coming off and it's bugging me. I don't know if i should try again with a stronger 3m tape or use betalink. People usually use betalink for spoiler and side skirts. Dealer told me betalink are super sticky but it can damage the paint if you remove it. Any suggestion? If i do decide to use the 3M tape again, what size should i use? Thanks
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Grail05 Putcha ang ganda... 281 Rep 5,441 Posts Drives: 17 F82 M4 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Los Angeles, Brea CA. iTrader: (10)	for Akrym diffuser 3M is strong enough. trick on making the side to stick is to put double layer of 3M on both side of the lip. __________________
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FVM3 Major General 273 Rep 5,751 Posts Drives: e92 m3, f30 328i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2)	I used 3M double sided tape on the front lip and diffuser, never had any problem. Go autozone or office depot and buy one, its in red. Attached Images
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avex8 Major 324 Rep 1,337 Posts Drives: 11 E92 m3, 15 F80 M3, GLC 63 Join Date: May 2011 Location: San Diego iTrader: (3)	what size 3M you guys using? 1/2' or other measurements? I am considering betalink because i am not planning to take the lip or diffuser off once it is on. Also there won't be any tape gap and it holds extremely well.
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SIIK2NR Lieutenant 51 Rep 598 Posts Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Dog iTrader: (0)	I recommend you use the "heavy duty" over the "exterior mounting" 3M tape. I would never use betalink on anything... __________________ Current: 2006 Lotus Elise SC Previous: 2008 AW E92 M3 6MT - Sold 2004 AP2 S2000 - Sold
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dvpouldar26 Major 64 Rep 1,498 Posts Drives: 2008 e92 328i, Porsche 987.1 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Beverly Hills, CA iTrader: (4)	Use 3M tape with the red backing. Betalink, can removed, but once it does so can take some paint with it. I only use double sided tape. __________________ E92 328i Jet Black / Gloss Black Grilles / 8000k D1S low beam / 6000k HID fogs / GP Thunder 8500k angels & cornering bulbs / black reflectors / gloss black vinyled window trim / tints / smoked rear turn signals / black roundels / AC Schnitzer roof spoiler / VRS style decklid spoiler / Matte black Stripes / Rear fogs / matte mirrors / 19" LM reps / APR lip
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Brucewonder Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,541 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 M3 yea boi Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Socal iTrader: (4)	Bumping this thread back. I just got an Arkym diffuser installed at a trusted local shop, looked perfect after the install but once I drove it home about an hr later I noticed the driver side and corners on both ends are popping out and isnt quite flush as I like. Do you guys recommend having the shop reinstall using 3M tape again or beta-link it and call it a day? __________________ 2011.5 E92 ///M3 SSII/FR
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