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Old 01-02-2010, 03:38 AM   #9 (permalink)
orange4boy
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Had some time to work on the aero mods.

Second wheel disc installed. Now with stainless screws!

If you look closely you will see the a-pillar VGs that I made from magnetic strips. (I'm in my vortex generator stage) I'm mostly trying these for noise reduction. Cheap fun.



New front belly tray installed. The old one was a big aero mess. This will also help keep the heat in the engine compartment. I cut up the old tray and left the side panels in which cover the engine sides and such from wheel spray. I used the stock mounting clips on the leading edge.



Grille block's done but there's nothing to see as I blocked the inside.

I also basjoosed the hood and headlights with foam tape which also helps keep the heat in the engine compartment.
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