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Old 06-30-2011, 06:05 PM   #17 (permalink)
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Looking at the model year, 2400lbs is probably pretty accurate, the previous and post versions (after 67) not a chance.

I agree with Oldteleman, .4 or higher for cd. You might be able to get near .35 with a good aero shell though.

Even with a good manual trans-axle you arent going to have better than a .90 drivetrain efficiency. A front engined rear drive manual should get arround .85 (15% losses).

edit: heh you were posting while I was typing.
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