View Full Version : RE: Body kits... Since I have a huge opening in the front (more)


saki76
08-21-2002, 05:50 AM
bumper, it seems like my car performs a lil quicker? I think i am just crazy. BUT technically since there is more air coming into the car.... Can that improve the performance of our car?? What's your thoughts?

DRG
08-21-2002, 07:46 AM

saki76
08-21-2002, 08:41 AM
compared to stock... so it was just a silly question... you never know...

April
08-21-2002, 09:07 AM
The stock car has a very good drag coefficient ( .28 to .30 depending on equipment ).

A good example are my Alfas. All have the 3.0 V6 pumping through a 5spd manual. The barn door Milano Verde ( older ) tops out at about 137mph going downhill with a tailwind on a cool day ;-) The 164 ( newer ) is much sleeker, and although it weighs another 400lbs, can knock on the door of 160mph. It is smoother, quieter, and more civilized while doing so.

So you might gain a little around town, but probably not while on the highway.

docjan_uk
08-21-2002, 09:56 AM

April
08-21-2002, 10:06 AM

Moonrokk
08-21-2002, 10:32 AM
The other kits dont have this angular piece (for those with the oettinger bumper, know what im talkin bout). I'm pretty happy with my Oettinger front bumper since the air dams are so huge.

saki76
08-21-2002, 11:27 AM
I know aerodynamic's has a huge impact on race cars like cart and F1. Maybe im just crazy, but the car seems to handle or ride better at higher speeds with the full kit. Do you feel the same or am i just a nut! hahahah