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J81 — Rear Spoiler (Duck-Tail)

Trunk-lid spoiler. Standard on AAR 'Cuda and T/A Challenger; option on most other 1970–71 E-body cars; reaches B-body on the late wing-car program.

J81 is the small Duck-Tail trunk-lid spoiler that sits across the back edge of the deck lid. About four inches tall, body-color, integral to the trunk lid contour. On AAR 'Cuda + T/A Challenger the spoiler is a standard part of the package (always present alongside A53). On other E-body trims it was an optional dress-up.

Distinct from the much taller wing on Chargers Daytona / Superbird (which is a structural fixture, not optional) — those cars use a different package entirely. J81 on a Charger Daytona or Superbird tag is a misread or swapped tag.

The 1970 Hemi 'Cuda carries J81 routinely (paired with J78 Sport Slats — the rear-window louvers). Together they're the visual signature of the 1970 'Cuda muscle pack.

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