Thread: New Spoiler Cap
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Old Sep 1, 2010 | 12:45 PM
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Default Re: New Spoiler Cap

Originally Posted by IBLUBYU
Hmmm ..... I'm definitely NOT an engineer, but I wonder just what the additional down-force would be added to the real spoiler at 65 to 70 mph when the spoiler deploys, and would it contribute to problems of the "real" spoiler at some point. I personally drive an SRT roadster and don't need the effect of a "spoiler", but I just would re-think the notion of sticking on a plastic body part across the back of my classic car just because it might make my car stand-out. If you think about it, you'd only make it "different" in the eyes of another xFire owner! The average person wouldn't notice anything. Just my $.02

With that said ..... I agree that you are one of the few to think about and try to market new items of our xFires and I encourage you to keep up the work.
Seeing as this is a duck-tail design, I don't believe it would add much downforce. The SRT design is a true wing and adds a very noticeable push down on the hind-quarters.

This new add-on WOULD, however, assist the normal spoiler in disrupting the airflow, especially as speeds climb. Aesthetically, I think it would help immensely as it would add a bit more visual weight to the rear of the car when the spoiler is retracted.

If I still had the small spoiler, I'd be all over it.
 
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