"MISSING AIR DAM" UPDATE

[SPYDERPOPS]

You can now go to WWW.SPYDERPOPS.COM to make your orders.

Harvey Clark
SPYDERPOPSTM

[CRUCIFIED]

I have no idea what you are referring to. Do you have a picture of what I am missing?

[SPYDERPOPS]

The "Missing Air Dam" was started on this thread last week, go here: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=18794

[M2Wild]

The "Missing Air Dam" was started on this thread last week, go here: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=18794

Is there an inside edge on the radiator that needs to be "plugged up"? If so, does this air dam cover the inside edge too? Also, what else that's coming out? I might want to get all the goodies all at once and save a bit with combined shipping.

[SPYDERPOPS]

Is there an inside edge on the radiator that needs to be "plugged up"? If so, does this air dam cover the inside edge too? Also, what else that's coming out? I might want to get all the goodies all at once and save a bit with combined shipping.

We will be coming out with new items within a couple of weeks if our plans work out and if you can wait that long.

Harvey

[SpyderWolf]

I received our Missing Air Dam kits and was able to install them today.

Here are the details:

The kit arrived via USPS Priority Mail, and was very nicely packaged:



The back of the package allows you to see the pieces, and the tube of sealant:



This is all of the items that are included in the package:



This is the pre-assembled side piece:



This is the top piece:



You begin by removing the radiator cover panel, and cleaning the side of the radiator with Brake Free, or a similar product:



You then apply weather stripping sealant to the 2 rounded humps:



The press the side air dam piece into place and hold it for a minute until it sets up good:



You then put sealant on the back edge of the upper strip, where it will sit against the radiator, and slide it into place along the lip of the tank seam:


I added a little of the sealant to bond the 2 pieces of the air dam together as well. Let that sit for a few minutes to give it a chance to dry, and then put the radiator cover panel back on.

Here is what it looks like with the cover back on:



I would like to say a big THANK YOU to Harvery for making these available to the rest of us. It is actually a very well thought out design, and the execution of bringing it to market was top notch as well. The directions are clear and easy to follow, and that made installation a breeze.

The only question I have now is, how long before this black weather stripping sealant will wash off my fingers?

[Questions]

We will be coming out with new items within a couple of weeks if our plans work out and if you can wait that long.

Harvey

How about a baffle kit to keep the heat off the right foot. There are some pictures on Spyder Talk.

Thanks

[BLACK WIDOW]

I have no idea what you are referring to. Do you have a picture of what I am missing?

I just got one installed and I can tell the difference in the running temp of the spyder from about 35 mph up. You should run two to three bars cooler (when the outside temp gets hot) . I also noticed that when setting in traffic with five bars showing that it only takes a very short distance (once you get moving) for the bars to really fall off. This is obviously due to the increased air flow through the radiator. It looks like something that the factory forgot to put in. Great value for a option that works.

[groundeffect]

What is the procedure for installing this? Does anything new to be altered or removed or adjusted? How does it actually attach to the rad?
(image from Doc):




Thanks.

[SpyderWolf]

Dean, it comes with a tube of adhesive for sticking it on. I will let you know how the entire procedure works as soon as mine gets here if you like.

[groundeffect]

Dean, it comes with a tube of adhesive for sticking it on. I will let you know how the entire procedure works as soon as mine gets here if you like.

Michael, that would be great! .


I'm tempted to get one, but not really sure I'll need it here in Newfoundland in our temps (highest we get is 85F or so, but not for extended periods of time).

[freebob]

CHANGE IN SHIPPING RATE FOR CANADA AND OTHER COUNTRIES OTHER THAN THE CONTINENTAL U.S.!

Thank You for your interest in the new “Missing Air Dam” for the Can-Am Sypder RS.

I apologize for not being prepared with a website to order these from. I installed 10 “Missing Air Dams” at the Spyderfest in Missouri and instantly they were a hit. I now have them ready to ship. $20.00 plus $5.50 shipping and handling in Continental U.S., Canada $12.00, all other countries email for quote.

If you will give me your email address I will send you an invoice through PayPal and as soon as I receive payment it will ship. The email will be from Harvey Clark, Harvey@repops.com.

Please make sure the address listed with your payment is the one you want it shipped to. I will be shipping by USPS, check your mail box!

Feel free to contact me by email with any questions using the subject of Missing Air Dam: Harvey@repops.com

Thanks again for your interest,

Harvey Clark
SPYDERPOPSTM

SC.
I ordered mine today, Can't hurt All the help I can get here in Southeast
SC......Freebob

[ameobe]

Just a thanks REPOPS

Easy ordering, timely delivery, & easy install.

But my brakes still squeak.

[nudle]

but my brakes don't squeak.

[qasamm]

I'm in the same area BC and have the missing air dam. Similar experience- 4-5 bars if the temp is above 90, hot air, hot feet and eventually hot seat.

I'm starting to restrict my riding to early or late in the day when the temp starts to move down a bit.

[M2Wild]

I'm in the same area BC and have the missing air dam. Similar experience- 4-5 bars if the temp is above 90, hot air, hot feet and eventually hot seat.

I'm starting to restrict my riding to early or late in the day when the temp starts to move down a bit.

4-5 is normal temp range. Hot seat and feet might be exaust leak.

[qasamm]

4-5 is normal temp range. Hot seat and feet might be exaust leak.

This weekend I'm looking at the gaskets. I have under 1500 miles and can't imagine they're an issue but I'll obsess about it until I check.

[SpyderWolf]

Very hot and humid here, many miles on my Spyder with MAD installed, and here is what I found.

Ambient temp < 80 = 3 bars
80 - 90 fluctuates between 3 and 4 bars depending on speed and traffic
90 - 100 stays on 4 bars solid
> 100 fluctuates between 4 and 5 bars depending on speed and traffic

Of course, when stopped for a while at a light, or in traffic, all of these numbers go out the window and I will hit 6 bars and occassionaly 7. The good news is it drops fairly quickly once I get rolling in clean air again.

We rode to the Fireworks event at Fort Gordon in Augusta on July 3. The ambient temp was 105, and we got stuck in bumper to bumper traffic barely moving for 30 minutes. My Spyder threw a Hi Temp warning across the cluster but nothing more than that. My wife's actually went into Limp Mode at one point, but we were forced to stop very quickly after that to put on Jackets per the gate guards instructions. We spent a good 5 minutes or so answering questions the MPs had about the Spyders. When we started them back up, they were still registering 6 bars but traffic was much lighter and they dropped back down to 5 and then 4 within about 1 mile or so.

At this point all I can say is I believe the MAD is well worth the $25 investment.

[spyder3rdr]

I installed the "m a d" last week and i rode around this weekend in temps in the high 90's and it dropped from 4 bars (normal) to 3 bars , so i'm sure this helps and for $ 25. , one of the best mods you can install

[bone crusher]

This weekend I'm looking at the gaskets. I have under 1500 miles and can't imagine they're an issue but I'll obsess about it until I check.

You're riding in the same climate as me. I have to be honest that my bike has felt hotter since adding the air dam. I am at 4-5 bars now, with the air dam, but I also think I have more heat being blown onto my right leg...the seat and metal under the seat seem to be much warmer.

I was figuring the air dam doesn't do any harm, but I'm getting suspicious now that I hear your issues...they are the same as me.

I changed my Y gaskets a month ago...I don't think that is your issue.

I think the heat and humidity create a different issue than just dry heat.

I might remove my air dam and call the dealership for the new fan. It is a warranty issue with hot-running bikes. If you're interested, maybe we can make a call and both have this done.

I go to Talbot in Easton, MD...about 70 miles for us, but nice ride over the Bay Bridge...

Thoughts?

[wyobrit]

This is my first post having just got my Spyder 3 weeks ago, and just want to tell everyone thanks for all the great info on this site. Installed the air dam today and I am really surprised how well it works, very low humidity here in Wyoming so maybe that is why results are so good. Stays at 3 bars all the way up to 90 deg ambient. Great mod and could not be quicker or easier.

[NITSPYDER]

I just got mine today, I am about to install it, my temps here right now are 80-90 but the humidity is awful, I will ride this weekend and post results. I am running 4-5 bars most of the time, 5 more at stop lights or in heavy traffic.

[hotglue]

The humidity should not make a difference on the temp on the Spyder... It does make a difference on the temp YOU feel....evaporative cooling in a dry climate, and the lack of it in a humid climate is what YOU feel . Unless the outside of the radiator is wet.... should not make a difference on the bike's operating temp. I have often wondered if the denser wet air would actually transfer more heat from the radiator than less dense dry air at the same temp.....