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Aerodynamics
01-04-2013, 08:57 PM
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Who uses vortex generators?
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AeroModder
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/tested-h...
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/tested-hatch-spoiler-vs-vortex-generators-vs-stock-16573-3.html#post294139
Forum:
Aerodynamics
11-29-2012, 01:49 AM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
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48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
They're 1" lowering springs from ST Suspensions....
They're 1" lowering springs from ST Suspensions. It doesn't seem like there's any significant gains, but they do seem to help a little bit on the freeway. The handling boost was desperately needed...
Forum:
EcoModding Central
11-19-2012, 12:42 PM
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1997 Civic CX to HX engine/VX trans swap! 63 MPG @ 62 MPH
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71,432
Posted By
AeroModder
You should definitely look at attaching a...
You should definitely look at attaching a kammback, or at the very least adding some sharp corners on the sides there for better flow detachment.
Forum:
Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed
11-04-2012, 11:39 AM
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38
Better MPG at 62MPH then at 55MPH
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7,123
Posted By
AeroModder
I have the same thing with my car, it gets better...
I have the same thing with my car, it gets better cruising MPG at a touch over 60 rather than at 50-55. It's not just a one-time thing, either, it's very consistent.
Forum:
Aerodynamics
10-15-2012, 11:51 AM
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9
Project Sexy Beast 93 Altima
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2,164
Posted By
AeroModder
You need at least 5 posts to attach images, and...
You need at least 5 posts to attach images, and it looks like you have 6 right now, so go ahead!
Forum:
Aerodynamics
10-02-2012, 12:55 AM
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14
For those looking to buy Honda Civic VX Wheels
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15,269
Posted By
AeroModder
Try Craigslist. That's where I found mine. I...
Try Craigslist. That's where I found mine. I found a set painted gunmetal gray for $350.
Forum:
Aerodynamics
09-24-2012, 01:24 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Unfortunately I don't have the effects of every...
Unfortunately I don't have the effects of every single mod I have on the car, because I haven't done much testing outside of just seeing how they affect daily commutes.
Currently, the aero mod...
Forum:
EcoModding Central
07-21-2012, 07:51 AM
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5
Civic VX Wheels on Tercel?
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2,410
Posted By
AeroModder
Get hubcentric rings. I have VX wheels on my...
Get hubcentric rings. I have VX wheels on my Aspire, which has the same center bore as your Tercel. Here's where I got mine: Hub Rings / Spigot rings for wheels 4,75...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
01-13-2012, 01:17 AM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
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48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Added some extensions on the sides and dropped...
Added some extensions on the sides and dropped the angle on the Kammback some after studying wind tunnel footage of slightly steeper angles. Previously, the steepest angle was 8.5*, but now the...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
07-16-2011, 04:26 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
From looking at my instrumentation, the mods have...
From looking at my instrumentation, the mods have made improvements, but my right foot has been cancelling them out. I was driving slower before I started the aeromods.
I recently added a cold air...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
07-16-2011, 03:20 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Finally getting around to updating this thread. ...
Finally getting around to updating this thread.
Diffuser:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/SirFratley/Aspire/IMG_0644.jpg
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Forum:
Aerodynamics
06-09-2011, 12:11 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
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48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
It also has some L-brackets with automotive-grade...
It also has some L-brackets with automotive-grade adhesive holding it down.
Hopefully I'll have some more time now, and I'll be able to get to work on some new mods!
I've been poking around...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
06-08-2011, 03:42 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
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48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
FINALLY got the VX rims installed! I decided to...
FINALLY got the VX rims installed! I decided to go ahead and get them on now instead of waiting to get LRR tires on them. This also eliminates a variable by keeping the same tires. :)
...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
04-11-2011, 12:38 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
After a couple lucky Craigslist finds and some...
After a couple lucky Craigslist finds and some trading, I picked up a set of 4 VX wheels, giving me a complete set plus a spare!
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/SirFratley/IMG_0328.jpg
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Forum:
Aerodynamics
04-08-2011, 12:48 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Update: Here's some pics from the mirror delete: ...
Update: Here's some pics from the mirror delete:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/SirFratley/Aspire/IMG_0321.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/SirFratley/Aspire/IMG_0322.jpg
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Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-26-2011, 07:46 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
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48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Got the Kammback done! ...
Got the Kammback done!
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/SirFratley/Aspire/IMG_0295.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/SirFratley/Aspire/IMG_0296.jpg
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Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-24-2011, 11:43 AM
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25
Tested: hatch spoiler vs. vortex generators vs. stock hatch, 1996 Ford Aspire
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15,752
Posted By
AeroModder
Updated with additional pictures and videos. As...
Updated with additional pictures and videos. As for results, I can't really tell a difference between any of the setups.
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-23-2011, 07:10 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
I finally got around to testing and recording the...
I finally got around to testing and recording the effects of VGs. The test used three setups (hatch spoiler, VGs, stock hatch) in an A-A-B-B-C-C format, using the same stretches of road. The tests...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-23-2011, 06:44 PM
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25
Tested: hatch spoiler vs. vortex generators vs. stock hatch, 1996 Ford Aspire
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15,752
Posted By
AeroModder
Tested: hatch spoiler vs. vortex generators vs. stock hatch, 1996 Ford Aspire
I finally got around to testing and recording the effects of VGs. The test used three setups (hatch spoiler, VGs, stock hatch) in an A-A-B-B-C-C format, using the same stretches of road. The tests...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-23-2011, 03:44 PM
Replies:
127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
It looks like I can keep highway MPGs at a steady...
It looks like I can keep highway MPGs at a steady 50+ now. :)
I didn't notice any change in cabin noise with the VGs, but I did get some videos today of testing comparing the hatch spoiler, VGs,...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-23-2011, 11:43 AM
Replies:
127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
I made sure to leave enough open space under the...
I made sure to leave enough open space under the engine for heat to escape. The entire tray is like the [-shaped opening you described.
The front undertray on my Tempo has a vertical strip of...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-22-2011, 05:44 PM
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127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Also managed to get the front undertray done...
Also managed to get the front undertray done today. I'm quite pleased with how it turned out, and how the underside of the Aspire is laid out.
...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-22-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies:
127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Finally got around to making a template for the...
Finally got around to making a template for the side supports for the kammback. I marked measurements all over the piece and took pictures, using the streamlining template to match up the marks with...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-19-2011, 05:28 PM
Replies:
127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
My two sheets of black coroplast came in...
My two sheets of black coroplast came in yesterday, and I had today off, so I went ahead and made the barn door for the front end.
...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
03-17-2011, 05:36 PM
Replies:
127
AM's '96 Ford Aspire mod thread
Views:
48,934
Posted By
AeroModder
Got some free time to fit a few mods on. Testing...
Got some free time to fit a few mods on. Testing on each one to come.
I started working on a windshield wiper deflector, and finally did the fitting and trimming:
...
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