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Old 10-14-2008, 11:31 AM   #31 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by gascort View Post
you could add something on the front bumper right in front of the skirt to divert air around it to make sure air doesn't get under there and lift the skirt away from the car.
I'm not relying on aerodynamics to keep the skirt closed - it'll have two springs fore & aft inside the wheel well to keep it in position. The tire will push against these springs when steering. (I think basjoos also has springs inside his.)

Tango - cutting board plastic is a great idea. Thanks. More durable than coroplast, for sure.


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