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  1. phantomjock

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    ...- but here is on that could "disguise" anything that you do underneath: A solid windscreen - well placed louvers , that tilt/twist the flow to that nice wing you have... Oh I'd like to see the numbers before/after. Maybe even some streamlines. Hmmmm. Oh yeah - I got work to do too! Cheers...
  2. phantomjock

    Misc Vintage Racing Clips

    ...the Silver State Road Racer C-3s did a roof line version. (looking for the image...) I am similarily interested, for improving flow to a rear wing or spoiler - like the M8. But, I am also "conflicted " regarding any advantage that might given to fluid (air) rolling off fenders and impac on...
  3. rtj

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    This c8 looks good with a straight wing.
  4. mfain

    C8 Z06

    I think the carbon flash paint is a byproduct of imperfect exposed carbon fiber appearance. Like the carbon fiber wing on the Viper ACR, they only released exposed carbon fiber versions if the weave appeared to be perfect. They even changed the wing on mine in QC at the factory due to a visual...
  5. rtj

    Misc Vintage Racing Clips

    ...7-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmission. The aerodynamics were heavily optimized, with an aggressive front splitter and a massive rear wing to generate downforce. Despite its performance capabilities, the C7 ZR1 still had to contend with the limitations of a front-engine design...
  6. rtj

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    Wings would be the most difficult, side skirts and splitters are a lot less complicated. Second hand apr gtc 200 and 300 wings go used for about 50% of new (or even less).
  7. SuperBuickGuy

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    Putting this here • GTV - any spoiler or wing configuration with a maximum of 8" tall from the highest point on the rear of the decklid or a maximum height of 6" above the lowest point of the rear window, whichever is less. The maximum width of the spoiler/wing must be no wider than the original...
  8. phantomjock

    EXTERNAL AERODYNAMICS

    ...an aero perspective, the "shaped" belly pan would be seeing a slightly larger angle of attack and could introduce some more lift - or stall. In either case thee would be more drag - making a minor contribution to slowing the car. A lot there. Hope you can find some useful nuggets. Cheers...
  9. rtj

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    ...into thermal energy. Here's a more detailed explanation: Downforce and Grip: Downforce, generated by the car's aerodynamics (particularly wings and the underbody), increases the force pressing the tires onto the track. This translates to more grip, allowing the tires to handle higher...
  10. BBShark

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    How much does a wing (like the DIY guy made) cost? He probably has a ton a money in the materials to make the DIY version.
  11. rtj

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    Wow, looking at the cost of carbon fiber splitters, side skirts, and wings, this seems to be a skill to develop. 3d printing saved this guy a lot of time.
  12. rtj

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    I was looking around and saw several APR 200 and 300 wings within a few hours at roughly 1/2 price. It turns out young guys are dressing up their cars with them and when they sell the car or just get tired of the look they sell them cheap. So, if you want to experiment with wings, that would...
  13. phantomjock

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    That is way cool. Just one water jet project- or can you get more in the queue? Quick question on when you trailer with the 'vette. Wing on - or wing off? I noted on my SR - with wing on - (open rig like yours) it got a bit squirily above 75. Pulled the wing and better balance. Just...
  14. SuperBuickGuy

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    alrighty.... spoiler is on, looking good, and speaking of looking good, Trio is 1 year old today. other side looks okay too and the Optima spoiler truth is I like the wing better.. looks like there's a lurker
  15. SuperBuickGuy

    Internal Body Aerodynamics

    a wing commercial, but no real data.
  16. SuperBuickGuy

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    I suspect that picture and commentary about the lawn mower will travel for awhile - I got a comment about it this last Friday at the track. it towed fine with the wing on... had a heck of a tailwind both directions - 18 mpg, normal is 15/16 towing.
  17. SuperBuickGuy

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    it arrived and put the old wing back on did an oil change oil looked okay and the spark plugs showed a touch rich and that I might be able to add a degree of timing... but at this point, it's safe so since I'm changing the entire fuel and spark system next.... I'll leave it for now. I'm...
  18. SuperBuickGuy

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    ...I think they changed the rules on the spoiler... so I'm going to have to rethink all of this.... part of me is considering just leaving the wing at home - OR - doing a (can't remember the term) a spoiler extension... the benefit of that is where the wing is at Optima heights is dead center of...
  19. SuperBuickGuy

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    removed the last vestiges of Optima 2023.... put the wing back where it belongs time to start considering what the front is going to look like - I don't think I'm getting enough air for cooling and adding more hp isn't going to help on that front (yes 511 ci is in sight) time to make the second...
  20. rtj

    Plastic Fantastic 2

    ...modify your cnc plasma cutter to be a hot wire cut out machine. Then cut out 5 airfoil sections from foam. Bevel the ends, glue up, and carbon fiber skin like that video in the aero thread. Forward sweep like the Z06/Z07 wing adds a lot of weird stresses/instability so would be best to avoid.
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