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Old 05-12-2008, 10:48 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Blackfly - '98 Geo Metro
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Last 3: 70.09 mpg (US)

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90 day: 52.71 mpg (US)

Even Fancier Metro - '14 Mitsubishi Mirage top spec
90 day: 70.75 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by k-series View Post
Rear spoiler
What did you have in mind there? A roofline extension/partial Kammback would aid aero (see AndrewJ's 5th gen Civic), but I'm not aware of anything I'd call a spoiler that'll help a 2 box vehicle. (Maybe this is just a terminology issue.)



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Steelies with disc covers and over inflated tires
OR
Light weight wheels to reduce weight, but not necessarily help with aerodynamics
I know some people can't bear the thought, but why not nice, light alloys with discs over top? That's how you know you're hardcore

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The only gripe I have with a lot of the work that's being done is the fit and finish. I'm a super perfectionist a little surprised that more work hasn't gone into making the cars look a little nicer.
There's the understatement of the year!

It could be the beater factor, or maybe it's that more people here tend to view their vehicles as transportation appliances, so don't worry so much about the spit 'n' polish.

That said, I think that nicely done mods will capture more positive attention from people sitting on the fences. I'm looking forward to what you do.
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