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Old 05-24-2009, 04:30 PM   #26 (permalink)
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ShadeTree,

copying OEMs is a double edge sword - often what looks like aero work is just styling
I believe it was the chevy volt that had lower drag going backwards - be careful what you copy

as for boattails
you are right - a partial will work

http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...-6-a-6069.html

but the bottom of the boattail is not as important until you clean up the belly
the top and sides have much higher velocity and less disturbed air
thus a boattail/Kamm back have more effect there

But it is not worthwhile to inconvenience your wife for 3.7% FE boost
especially if she is already on board - don't loose your ally
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