How hard is it to swap hatches?

Arrvaxx · 09-11-2013, 11:53 AM

As I have mentioned before I really don't want a wing. Even the Nismo, which I love, it too much for me. However, I plan to road track the car several times (maybe 6) a year so would like one on those days.

From what I have read there are no wings that use the same holes that the stock sport spoiler does. Someone suggested maybe having two hatches. But how much work is it to swap them?

The other idea someone had was to just plug the holes not in use. I wouldn't object to having plugs showing on the hatch. What do you guys think?

Cbtech · 09-11-2013, 01:53 PM

Use plugs if you don't object to having them. Much less work to swap and you dont have to store anything.

XwChriswX · 09-11-2013, 04:43 PM

I'm assuming you have a spoiler on the 40th?

If so, it has 11 mounting points. 4 bolts, and 7 plastic pop rivets. That's a lotta holes to plug... (that's what he said...)

If you swap your rear hatch, you'll need to undo the support braces, undo the mounting bolts, and cut the rear hatch wiring harness for the defogger and 3rd brake light. Most people get plugs installed to make it easier, but that didn't suit me so I had my hatch completely re-done for my wing.

The other concern with having a different hatch on your car, is if you buy one from someone else, the VIN number on the hatch won't match the VIN of your car. So in the unlikely event of an accident, your insurance is not liable to replace the other hatch if it gets damaged in anyway.

Just something to consider...

Arrvaxx · 09-11-2013, 04:52 PM

That is not helpful Chris!

Well, it IS helpful but doesn't present a 'fix'! Haha.

Very good points, thank you.

It is sounding more and more like I'm just going to have to go all Nismo wing all the time. Me...Mr. Mid-forties driving around suburbia with a big-*** wing. At least my girlfriend will match the image.

09-11-2013, 11:53 AM	#1 (permalink)
Arrvaxx A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Whore Island, MN Posts: 1,243 Drives: 40th F.I. Twin Turbo Rep Power: 17	How hard is it to swap hatches? As I have mentioned before I really don't want a wing. Even the Nismo, which I love, it too much for me. However, I plan to road track the car several times (maybe 6) a year so would like one on those days. From what I have read there are no wings that use the same holes that the stock sport spoiler does. Someone suggested maybe having two hatches. But how much work is it to swap them? The other idea someone had was to just plug the holes not in use. I wouldn't object to having plugs showing on the hatch. What do you guys think? __________________ 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary (#480 born 1/19/2010) Fast Intentions Twin Turbo \| Varis Arising II \| Limited Edition Recaro Sportster \| Tuned by Specialty Z \| 604hp 525 torque @14lbs boost on 100 octane

09-11-2013, 01:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cbtech A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,372 Drives: 40th Anniversary Rep Power: 15	Use plugs if you don't object to having them. Much less work to swap and you dont have to store anything. __________________ Are U in Sacramento or Central Valley California? Click here! Foglight Hardwire in less than 10 minutes! DIY: Automatic VDC off

09-11-2013, 04:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
XwChriswX WFLYIDNNE Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: In The Fastlane Posts: 50,648 Drives: 02 GDB WRX Rep Power: 451	I'm assuming you have a spoiler on the 40th? If so, it has 11 mounting points. 4 bolts, and 7 plastic pop rivets. That's a lotta holes to plug... (that's what he said...) If you swap your rear hatch, you'll need to undo the support braces, undo the mounting bolts, and cut the rear hatch wiring harness for the defogger and 3rd brake light. Most people get plugs installed to make it easier, but that didn't suit me so I had my hatch completely re-done for my wing. The other concern with having a different hatch on your car, is if you buy one from someone else, the VIN number on the hatch won't match the VIN of your car. So in the unlikely event of an accident, your insurance is not liable to replace the other hatch if it gets damaged in anyway. Just something to consider... Arrvaxx likes this. __________________ Bonnie - Stage 2, Audio build coming this fall! R.I.P. Abby 3/29/10 - 3/30/14

09-11-2013, 04:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
Arrvaxx A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Whore Island, MN Posts: 1,243 Drives: 40th F.I. Twin Turbo Rep Power: 17	That is not helpful Chris! Well, it IS helpful but doesn't present a 'fix'! Haha. Very good points, thank you. It is sounding more and more like I'm just going to have to go all Nismo wing all the time. Me...Mr. Mid-forties driving around suburbia with a big-*** wing. At least my girlfriend will match the image. __________________ 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary (#480 born 1/19/2010) Fast Intentions Twin Turbo \| Varis Arising II \| Limited Edition Recaro Sportster \| Tuned by Specialty Z \| 604hp 525 torque @14lbs boost on 100 octane

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