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Old 05-13-2009, 08:41 PM   #11 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by binarycortex View Post
I was under the impression that diffusers created extra downforce (Formula 1) which is bad for FE. Any Thoughts?
Downforce itself isn't bad for fuel economy.

A diffuser is like a kamm back for the underside of the car. A kamm back creates lift, a diffuser creates downforce, and both reduce drag

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