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Old 09-11-2010, 08:10 PM   #13 (permalink)
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Thanks, Grant. The VW 1L is truncated for compactness, not drag.

Another way to reduce side force is to just arrange for vent flaps to open, defeating any pressure differential. It is unfortunate, but as long as the air stays attached, you can get an actual boost from a side wind, but if you have to spill it to reduce side force, even the drag goes up.
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