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mikeemans · 12-30-2009, 08:27 AM

From I understand, Cd is calculated using the front squared area alone. How does one include things like underbellies, wheel arches etc in the equation? Then, BIG question, what is the correct formula for calculating Cd?

Mike
Kuwait, 1990 Chevy Van

12-30-2009, 08:27 AM	#53 (permalink)
mikeemans EcoModding Lurker Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kuwait Posts: 5 Goldie - '90 Chevrolet G20 "Chevy Van" Sport Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	From I understand, Cd is calculated using the front squared area alone. How does one include things like underbellies, wheel arches etc in the equation? Then, BIG question, what is the correct formula for calculating Cd? Mike Kuwait, 1990 Chevy Van