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The head of the sheet metal screw rests directly on the tubing, which spreads the load placed on the spoiler.

I found the normal stresses seen by the spoiler tended to eventually lead to structural failure of the spoiler at the screws.

Due to the contour of the spoiler near the body, you cannot use a conventional flat, round steel washer. While one could be used, it would not sit smoothly on the curved spoiler area, and would just create new stress locations. The tubing will fit solidly against the curved portion of the spoiler where it meets the body, and serves as a washer.

Larry
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