Jdreg
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Do any of these improve the aerodynamics of the car in any way, or are the strictly for show
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Splitters, spoilers and diffusers
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HuangMoney
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I only know of verus engineerings actually being functional. And its pretty expensive
The rest are for looks afaik
The rest are for looks afaik
Pecasthecat111
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just to make your eyes sparkle when you look at your ride
777-300ER
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Chassis mounted splitters with support struts work great too.
Jdreg
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I guess even if there could be benefit it would be pretty rare to go fast enough to actually engage it. If at all, it would be on a track. All the areo effect on an f1 car doesn’t work well until they’re at or close to max speeds.
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imthanick_a
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inb4 opinion based arguments!
MY version of the answer is - some improve aero, not all. Some improve looks, not all. Usually there is an inverse relationship between the two
Video showing that spoilers on a FWD can actually be useful. Take it for what its worth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ind0kAajBKM
MY version of the answer is - some improve aero, not all. Some improve looks, not all. Usually there is an inverse relationship between the two
Video showing that spoilers on a FWD can actually be useful. Take it for what its worth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ind0kAajBKM
Strange Mud
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I'd be willing to wager that there is a 50/50 split on improve/harm aerodynamics.
no info/proof just gut feelings.
no info/proof just gut feelings.
anotero
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Aerodynamics is a two way street: you harm one thing while improving another. In fact, it's silly to ask "does it improve aerodynamics?". One needs to know exactly what aspect of aero he wants improved, and then push off from there.
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anotero
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What exactly do you want improved? They do work when properly designed and positioned.
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Short answer: Yes, but probably not in a way that is worth the money. It’s expensive and unless you’re on a racetrack it’s probably not worth it.
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Jdreg
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I don't want to improve anything. just curious if they had any real affect.
anotero
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Just like any aerodynamic surface, yes they do. Especially at higher speeds.
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I think to some degree they do...but it's probably up in the air if you can actually tell a difference.
There are a few legit track prepped Mk7's out there...and if you look at the lip spoilers and rear wings...they are really big compared to what's being installed into street cars.