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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 09:20 PM
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Functional Body Kit?

I was wondering if there are any body kits out there that will actually improve aerodynamics? My car is basically being built up as a race car and will undoubtedly reach some pretty high speeds (150+), so having some extra down force is always a plus.

Obviously adding a wing of some sort would help, but I would like to avoid that at all costs.
Old Jun 14, 2006 | 11:02 PM
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Don't forget the JDM s14 k's wing. That would be functional and look good!
Old Jun 15, 2006 | 10:23 AM
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get a front spliter and try to cover ar much of the bottom of your chassis as possible. as ugly as it may be, a rear wing will yield far more noticable results than any aero kit.
Old Jun 15, 2006 | 11:27 AM
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That sounds about right...I just did some reading on various ways that can improve downforce and one of the best things you can do is have a smooth undercarriage.

So about the wing, what do you recommend? I've seen a bunch of these cheap ricer wings on ebay, but I highly doubt these ones actually create downforce...probably more drag than anything
Old Jun 16, 2006 | 06:45 PM
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Seeing as how they use their kits on their race cars, I would certainly expect C-West's stuff to have functionality. I am a big fan of their S14 kit. I plan to eventually use their S15 front clip for a conversion.

As for the wing, they have a few to choose from, my personal favorite, the GT wing I, will run you about 1900 $ plus shipping.

[a wing that expensive da** well do something for my car]
Old Jun 17, 2006 | 07:02 AM
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^^^ word, the GT spoiler from them looks GREAT, it does cost an arm n leg but it should help out and since you have the $$ for a race car build up, the price of the spoiler shouldnt be a big deal :P

Did you read up on how a rear spoiler helps?
Old Jun 18, 2006 | 12:51 AM
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I like the 3d gt carbon wing. but I like the gt 1 wing above!
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